Voorhees Microbial Growth and SERVPRO's Remediation Methods

12/22/2019 (Permalink)

SERVPRO's Skilled Technicians Can Rig Negative Air Pressure Devices to Stymie Mold Spore Circulation in a Voorhees Property

Methods for Stopping the Spread of Mold in Voorhees Homes

Microbial threats are among the most destructive forces to affect Voorhees homes. With how quickly these mold organisms can spread throughout the property, the production of volatile organic compounds (VOC) and other health hazards could overwhelm a household. Containment becomes a vital component of the work that our SERVPRO Applied Microbial Remediation Technicians (AMRT) perform.

Containment practices, in general, can help to slow the spread of a hazardous organism throughout the property, but this stage of mold remediation in Voorhees homes varies based on several factors. Determining the severity of moisture and dampness throughout the household is an excellent gauge of the perimeter of the containment barrier. Spreading mold spores can be limited in dispersing beyond the sealed boundaries surrounding the work area.

Establishing a drying zone and work area involves the application of thick 6mil plastic sheeting attached to a temporary constructed framework (tension poles and PVC pipes) or directly to existing structural elements. Sealing up pathways for VOCs and spores to travel to new areas reduces the affected surfaces and construction materials in the household. We can seal over HVAC vents and registers, and shut these air circulation appliances off, to prevent the movement of spores to new areas of the property.

We have effective remediation practices that can remove the organisms from specific surfaces, such as sanding and media blasting with either bicarbonate of soda or dry ice pellets. In situations where degradation has exceeded the limitations of the material, we have licensed (HIC #13VH01276600) general contractors to oversee controlled demolition and build back.

Containment is ideal for more thorough drying practices as well, as plastic sheeting around the perimeter can help our SERVPRO professionals regulate the airflow and temperature. Elevated temperatures, especially during the colder winter months common to New Jersey, can make evaporative drying more efficient and cost-effective for our customers. Air scrubbers can work especially well in confined, segregated zones to produce negative air pressure--forcing interior air to the exterior of the structure.

Mold remediation is one of the most complex services that our SERVPRO of Haddon Heights / Voorhees team offers. We have a qualified team of professionals accredited through the Institute of Inspection, Cleaning and Restoration Certification (IICRC) that can help you make mold damages “Like it never even happened.” Give us a call anytime at (856) 566-3388.