Commercial Mold Remediation and Removal

What Business Owners Need to Know about Commercial Mold Removal

What Is Commercial Mold Removal?

Commercial mold removal is the process of eliminating mold from a business and preventing it from spreading to other parts of the building. Businesses with a generally high humidity or moisture content are more prone to mold, such as restaurants, certain types of manufacturing, and food packaging plants. However, all businesses can be susceptible to mold, as it tends to grow in places which stay damp, like carpet, entryways, HVAC equipment, trash cans, kitchens, and bathrooms. During commercial mold removal, professionals will inspect to find leaks, dry out damp areas, contain and eradicate existing mold, and advise you on future prevention.

How Do I Know If I Need a Commercial Mold Removal Service?

Mold can be toxic and produces many unpleasant symptoms in employees. Besides the need to protect the health of your workers, business owners are obligated to protect themselves from lawsuits resulting from “sick building syndrome” — a condition which consists of headaches, respiratory problems, and other feelings of unwellness due to unhealthy working conditions. Signs that your business may be affected by mold include:

Physical symptoms including dizziness, fatigue, nausea, irritated or itchy skin, difficulty breathing, irritation of eyes, nose and throat, and headaches. Frequent nosebleeds can also be an indication.
A moldy or musty smell is present.
Your building has water leaks, high humidity, or consistent moisture.
You’ve noticed specks of mold (it can be black, white, yellow, brown, green, or gray) or mildew (often white or yellowish and powdery) on surfaces.
The building has a history of flooding.
Odd smells emanate from your HVAC system.
There are discolored spots, like water damage, on drywall or other material.
Condensation on metal pipes or glass doors and windows.

How Should I Treat Mold Growth in My Business?

The first problem to tackle in remediating mold growth is that of excess water or moisture. If you’re unsure where the leak is coming from or why the humidity is so high, hire a professional plumber to do an inspection and perform any repairs needed.

Because large areas usually need to be treated and the health of your employees is at stake, don’t try to remove the mold yourself. Additionally, commercial insurance often covers mold remediation. Twin Home Experts has over 30 years of experience in commercial mold remediation in Van Nuys, California. After performing an inspection, they’ll be able to advise you on the extent of your business’ mold problem, and what steps will need to be taken to eradicate it.

Your mold remediation professionals will close off contaminated areas with plastic sheeting and duct tape. They’ll remove any wet materials or items damaged by fungus. Anything which can’t be salvaged will be sealed in plastic bags and discarded per EPA guidelines. Other items will be thoroughly cleaned.
Once the affected area or rooms have been cleared and prepared, technicians will eradicate the mold using commercial-grade, microbial cleaners. They’ll use a HEPA (High-Efficiency Particulate Air) vacuum on all surfaces and a HEPA air scrubber to remove spores from the air. An air exchange will replace unhealthy, fungus-containing air with fresh, clean air.
When all visible mold has been removed and the air has been purified, mold remediation experts will dry the air using fans and dehumidifiers.
Any remediated furniture or other work materials can now be put back in place.

How Can I Manage It Over Time?

The best way to manage mold growth in your business over time is by preventing it. Staying on top of plumbing issues and having commercial dehumidifiers installed will do wonders to keep your building mold-free. Remember, fungus can’t grow without water or moisture.

Why Call Twin Home Experts for Commercial Mold Removal?

With over three decades of experience, we know that mold can be a big problem in commercial buildings in the warm climate of Southern California. Twin Home Experts will use the latest equipment to eradicate mold from your business and make sure it never comes back. Let us make your business’ mold problem a thing of the past, so you and your employees can breathe easier. Give us a call today.