Mold Damage Remediation in Milton in the Wintertime

1/14/2022 (Permalink)

When water leaks go unnoticed, mold damage can often result. Contact our certified SERVPRO team to assess the situation and remediate the mold damage.

SERVPRO Can Provide Attic Mold Inspections in Milton

Several incidents can cause water to leak into your home in the winter. For example, an ice dam can form on your roof after a snowstorm. Once a dam forms, it can continue to grow as the snow melts and the water attempts to drain off your roof. If moisture cannot drain down your gutters like it is supposed to, it will find somewhere to go, and it could get underneath your shillings and leak into your attic.

Our SERVPRO technicians find that attics are common places for fungal contamination when conducting mold damage remediation in Milton. If your roof leaks due to an ice dam, there is a chance that moisture has been slowly entering your attic. If your roof trusses and insulation in your attic stay wet for too long, a fungus could form and then quickly spread throughout your attic. Once fungi form, they release microscopic, seed-like spores that could get into your HVAC system and contaminate other parts of your house. 

Most homeowners do not inspect their attic regularly, giving the mold more time to spread and grow. If you do ever notice a fungus in your attic, it is wise to seek assistance from a professional restoration company like SERVPRO. We can use the industry's most advanced technology to return your home to its preloss state. Our highly trained team can provide fast, 24/7 service when conducting the following procedures:

• Emergency Services After a Water Damage
• Water Extraction Services
• Repair Leaking Roofs After a Storm
• Black Mold Inspections
• Attic Mold Remediation
• Mold Damage Debris Removal

If you ever happen to look inside your attic after a snowstorm and notice a fuzzy black substance forming on your roof trusses, call SERVPRO of Sullivan and South Ulster Counties at (845) 791-7647.