Mold Damage Emergency Tips

What you can do until help arrives

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It's not the visible water damage that can be a concern- it's what happens when the water sits for a while that can be the concern. In as little as 48 hours, mold can quickly become a problem in your home or business when there’s a water intrusion. Mold can cause health effects as well as significant damage to your property. SERVPRO of Dover/ Middletown has the training and specialized equipment necessary to handle your mold problem.

If you have a mold problem in your home or business, consider the following facts:

Significant mold growth can occur in 48-72 hours.
Mold may present a greater risk to children, the elderly, and anyone with respiratory problems.
A strong, musty odor may indicate hidden mold behind drywall or under carpeting.

What to Do:

Stay out of affected areas.
Turn OFF the HVAC system and fans.
Contact SERVPRO of Dover/ Middletown for mold remediation services.

What Not to Do:

Don’t touch or disturb the mold.
Don’t blow air across any surfaces with visible or suspected mold growth.
Don’t attempt to dry the area yourself.
Don’t spray bleach or other disinfectants on the mold.

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If you have a mold problem in your home or business, consider the following facts:

Significant mold growth can occur in 48-72 hours.
Mold may present a greater risk to children, the elderly, and anyone with respiratory problems.
A strong, musty odor may indicate hidden mold behind drywall or under carpeting.

What to Do:

Stay out of affected areas.
Turn off the HVAC system and fans.
Contact SERVPRO of Dover / Middletown for mold remediation services.

What Not to Do:

Don’t touch or disturb the mold.
Don’t blow air across any surfaces with visible or suspected mold growth.
Don’t attempt to dry the area yourself.
Don’t spray bleach or other disinfectants on the mold.

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If you suspect that your home or business has a mold problem, SERVPRO of Dover / Middletown has the training, equipment, and expertise to handle the situation.

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