We’re going to fill you in about something you probably already know – Coastal Georgia and Florida are humid places. When was the last time you could go to your mailbox in August and not break a sweat? That humidity causes more problems than just having to change into a fresh shirt every day during the summer. It also can create problems in your home, the kind of problems you may not notice for a while.

Black mold is a potentially dangerous health issue and when it begins growing in your home or business, it can be costly and difficult to remove. But what is it?

Black mold is particularly happy when it grows on material with a high cellulose content, such as fiberboard, gypsum board, or paper, so drywall and other commonly used construction materials are susceptible. This means that if water damage is not properly and quickly handled, or if leaks or humidity are prevalent, black mold may be a real possibility in your home or business.

Luckily, here in Coastal Georgia and Northern Florida, we have the solutions you need to get rid of black mold and get back to living a healthy and happy life. When you call Restoration 1 of Coastal Georgia, our local experts – certified by the Institute of Inspection, Cleaning and Restoration Certification – will clearly explain our straightforward process so there are no unknowns. If you call us immediately after water damage has occurred, we will do the job correctly the first time and take steps to ensure black mold doesn’t take hold.

Here’s what we do:

• Ensure the safety of you, your family and/or employees, and the technicians completing the work
• Document the conditions and work processes in a straightforward manner for you to review
• Control the contamination as close to the source of the mold as possible
• Remove the mold. Any attempts to just kill, contain or encapsulate it will not correct the problem. Mold must be removed by your local Restoration 1 of Coastal Georgia professional who is trained in remediation.

Tools we may use:

• Thermo-hygrometer: Measures temperature and humidity in affected area
• Moisture sensors: Measures moisture in materials using sensor pins that penetrate the materials for accurate readings
• Moisture meters: A large sensor pad that uses electromagnetic signals to measure moisture
• Thermal imaging devices: Infrared cameras and thermometers detect differences in surface temperatures
• Structural cavity drying system: A system to help dry rooms and areas of the home or business.
• Chemicals: Certain chemicals are useful in the remediation process. Your Restoration 1 professional is experienced in working with these chemicals and will clearly explain how and why they are using them.

We take pride in our work and are available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. We are ready when you are to knock out the mold in your home or office and get you back to living your life. Call us today at 1-912-325-9131