Mold Can Grow Quickly

Mold can grow in as little as 24 to 48 hours after a water damage event, such as a leak or flood. Mold itself is not always easily visible, as mold can grow within:

• Wall cavities
• Air ducts
• Crawl spaces
• Basements, attics
• Carpeting
• Windowsills
• Wallpaper
• Refrigerator drip pans
• Washing machines, etc.

Mold spores themselves are microscopic and can infiltrate furniture, clothes, walls, books, etc.

Despite Western Colorado and Eastern Utah’s arid climate, your residence and commercial space often presents the ideal environment for mold growth: warm indoor room temperatures, sources of water (sinks and showers), food sources (organic materials, such as wood), and oxygen.

Have Mold Removed Right Away

Mold is more than just unsightly—mold can damage and endanger your property, as well endanger your health. Mold exposure can result in respiratory issues, eye irritation, headaches, etc. Signs of possible mold growth can include:

• Musty or sour odors
• Dark spots or fuzzy-like like growth on walls or corners
• Cracked surfaces
• Peeling wallpaper
• Musty-smelling AC or heating systems

Removing mold on your own can be dangerous. Disturbing mold colonies can release toxic spores, further contaminating your property and threatening the health of your loved ones. For example, mold spores can infiltrate your HVAC system, leading to mold contamination throughout your entire home.       

In addition to exposing yourself to harsh chemicals, household cleaners are not effective in killing and preventing mold growth. The result? Constant cleaning that perpetuates, rather than resolving, mold problems. For professional mold remediation, contact Encompass Environmental: we’ll get the job done right the first time.

Our Mold Removal Process

Proper mold remediation involves much more than simply removing mold growth. Our certified technicians possess extensive knowledge when it comes to mold growth, airflow, humidity levels, how different materials affect mold growth, etc.

Our mold remediation process involves assessing your property to determine the type of mold growth and the extent of the damage. Based on our findings, we then form a customized plan for your situation. To prevent further contamination, we properly contain the affected area and remove the mold using the latest technology and advanced methods. We also take preventative measures to decrease the likelihood of mold growth on your property in the future.

With any of our clean-up processes, we explain to our clients all removal steps, so you understand both the process and safety standards of our operations.

Mold Types

Mold can be separated into three broad categories:

Allergenic

This type of mold can cause allergic reactions.

Pathogenic

Pathogenic mold can trigger illness in individuals with weakened immune systems.

Toxigenic

Toxigenic mold is the most harmful type of mold. These molds release their own toxins (mycotoxins) into the air, which can lead to severe health problems.