Impacts of Mold Damage on Different Edgewater Flooring Materials

11/10/2024 (Permalink)

SERVPRO techs can remove extensive mold infestations from Edgewater homes. When needed, we can perform a controlled demolition. Here to Help®

SERVPRO® Tackles Edgewater Mold Infestation Thoroughly

Edgewater is located along the Hudson River and was incorporated as a municipality in 1894.  The borough has five main shopping areas: the Edgewater Towne Centre, the Binghamton Shopping Plaza, Edgewater Commons, Mitsuwa Marketplace New Jersey, and City Pl. It is also the home of a free-flying colony of monk parakeets, also referred to as Quaker parrots. Veterans Field parks offer residents recreational opportunities and areas for a Community Center and American Legion Post 116.  Famous people from the borough include opera singer Ryan Allen and singer Jojo.

Mold damage in Edgewater is a particular concern, especially given the area's susceptibility to moisture and humidity. Also, mold grows and multiply in a structure with water damage from leaks and flooding. With the right conditions, including moisture, temperature, and a food source, mold growth can be rampant.  Wood, paper, drywall, insulation, natural fibers, and indoor dirt are all organic matter that provides an excellent food source. Extensive mold can penetrate walls, floors, and ceilings, requiring specialized treatment. SERVPRO uses tools like infrared cameras and moisture meters to detect hidden moisture. We quickly fix plumbing leaks and other water damage problems since the best defense against mold growth is drying the structure.

Common problem areas

• Basements
• Crawlspaces
• Bathrooms
• Kitchens

How Mold Affects Different Flooring Materials

From carpeting and hardwood floors to vinyl tiles, mold can grow on, under, and between your floorboards. Carpet fibers easily trap moisture, especially if installed over concrete or in high-humidity areas like basements. The humidity can remain within the fibers, providing an ideal mold environment. Our crews tackle active mold growth on carpeting by removing the material itself. To clean semi-porous wood, we first use HEPA vacuum materials to remove loose mold fragments, then clean them by sanding, damp wiping, or wire brushing. However, in heavy, long-duration exposures, we might have to remove wood materials if the infestation has weakened their structural integrity.

Signs of mold on various flooring surfaces

• Dark or black patches
• Musty odor
• Warping, buckling, or discoloration

For professional mold damage remediation in your home, contact SERVPRO of Fort Lee at (201) 496-6024. Here to Help®.