Restoration 1 of Columbia-College Park-Annapolis

Health issues that can develop due to exposure to mold include irritated skin or eyes, sore throat, congestion, headaches, disease, and coughing.

With the use of professional equipment, we can determine where mold is present in the building. Moisture that’s present behind walls or under floors is a common sign of mold. We may need to rip out floors and walls to confirm where it’s hiding.

The mold remediation process includes removing mold and cleaning and sanitizing the affected area. Additional treatments may need to be performed to eradicate it. Preventative steps are also necessary to ensure it doesn’t return.

Removing mold can take several days to a few weeks, depending on where it’s present in the building.

It takes 24 hours for mold to begin to grow. It continues to spread within a day to a few weeks.

The cost of mold remediation is influenced by multiple factors. You’ll need to act immediately once it’s discovered to prevent it from spreading. The cost will vary depending on the extent of the growth. The location of the mold and the repairs that need to be made will also determine the cost.

Mold has a raised surface and looks similar to black or green fungus. It typically grows in areas of excess moisture or high humidity.

Mildew has a gray color shade and can easily be cleaned with the use of household cleaning products. Mold is considered to be more severe and requires the attention of a professional to eradicate it from the building. Mold is known to have a green or black color shade.

We’re glad to perform upgrades and additional remodeling services to ensure you’re fully satisfied with the results. We want you to feel comfortable and happy about returning to your property. In some cases, you may need to work with a different contractor if you’re requesting significant additions to your home.

Our team has the training and experience needed to identify if any harmful chemicals or materials are in your property. Our top concern is your safety, which is why we take rigorous precautions during the restoration process. If your home is beyond our expertise, we’ll call in someone who has more professional experience to handle the situation.

If your adjuster has any questions about our services or the damage, we’ll be happy to answer them.

Every case is unique. You should evaluate if the claim will affect your premiums, which may influence your decision on filing. Contact your insurance company to ensure you understand how they handle claims.

Contact your insurance company immediately to determine how billing works based on your policy. There may be various coverage details or restrictions you need to be informed of after damage has occurred.

We take an inventory of each item we find in the property and include details of its condition and where it’s located. If it can’t be salvaged, we’ll provide you with more information on how it can be disposed of.

The items that can be salvaged depends on the severity of the damage. We’ll make it a point to remove as many belongings as possible and return them to you.

Some of the top safety concerns to remember are to stay out of the building due to structural damage. Inhaling toxic chemicals left by the flames is an additional concern.

Our restoration team attempts to reduce the loss by salvaging as many items and furnishings as possible while handling your possessions with a high level of care. The items can often be cleaned once we recover them. In some cases, they may be damaged beyond recovery.

We suggest leaving the cleanup process to our professional restoration team if the property has been damaged by fire. You can put your health at risk by inhaling harmful residue, which is why we use professional safety gear during the process.

We suggest contacting us to protect your safety so we can examine the damage and perform an assessment. The structural integrity of your property may be compromised, making it important to stay out directly after a fire.

The cleanup process varies depending on the severity of the fire. It may take several hours to a few weeks. The size of your property and the number of contents inside will influence the timeframe of the cleanup process. Once we assess the damage, we’ll provide you with an estimate.

Call 911 to protect your safety. Once the fire is extinguished, you can contact us to have an expert examine the damage. Give us a call so we can provide a full inspection and start the restoration process.