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Mold Spores

9/16/2019 (Permalink)

mold growing on drywall under a sink. The longer materials remain wet, the more likely mold can grow on affected areas and cause damage.

According to the Indoor Environmental Professionals (IEP) report, in a lab setting, spores begin to germinate in as little time as a few hours. Depending on the type of mold, colonies may be visible in about three days. Generally, restoration professionals will adopt the time frame of 24-48 hours based on the U. S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) recommendation that a water damage be cleaned during that time frame to prevent mold growth. However, variables such as temperature, humidity, and food source can affect the timeline for mold to grow. Initially, musty smells and odors may not be present but may develop after several days if materials that have been wet are not dried thoroughly. In some instances, treatment with an EPA-registered antimicrobial is necessary to counteract unwanted mold growth. Structural materials that are affected by the water loss are especially important to ensure they are thoroughly dried for they run the risk of losing their structural integrity and stability.

Take the guess work out of mold remediation, contact SERVPRO of Greater Waco at 254-224-5999 and let us make it “Like it never even happened.” 

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