The Three Types of Mold Growth

Mold is an omnipresent fact of life, being the single most common form of fungi on the planet. No matter where you are, indoors or outdoors, mold spores are always in the air, serving as a natural means to recycle dead organic matter so that new life can grow. Most of the time, these spores are completely harmless and pose no threat due to low concentration and natural air circulation. However, when conditions are right for mold to breed in confined areas, they can pose a serious health hazard to living things around them.

The Water Damage Restoration Process

Water damage restoration is a complicated task that requires a variety of techniques and equipment in order to ensure that the job is properly done. Depending on the size and scale of the emergency, different steps are taken in order to remove the water and remediate any contaminated areas. Today, we will continue from our previous article and go over the various things that are typically done on a water damage job as well as the scope of the equipment used.

An Overview of Water Damage Classifications and Categories

Water damage comes in a variety of forms that can be merely annoying or potentially dangerous, depending on the source of the flow. Today, we will go over the general categories of water leaks, the type of damage they can cause and the recommended steps to treat them. Water damage is split up into various categories and classifications according to standards set by the IICRC, the Institute of Inspection, Cleaning and Restoration Certification.

The Basics of Preventing Mold Damage

One of the common side effects of water damage in a household is mold. Mold can develop in a variety of conditions when excessive moisture is concentrated in a warm area without much ventilation. In the aftermath of a flood, water can leak into areas typically not accustomed to moisture, and if left unchecked, mold spores will settle and begin feeding off of the material they land on and grow.       

Four Basic Water Damage Prevention Tips

Before we get into discussing the nitty-gritty of water damage restoration, we feel that it's important to go over some information many homeowners overlook. By taking a few basic preventative steps around the house, you can actually help prevent potential sources of water damage before they happen, resulting in costly restoration work and weeks of time lost. Here are some of the basic guidelines for maintaining your household to make it as safe as possible.

Welcome to Superior Restoration!

Welcome to Superior Restoration's blog for water damage! We have recently done a revamp of our websites and will be providing our clients with a wealth of information about the entire restoration process, our company philosophy, and much more. Everything is still under construction right now so there will be many changes in the next few weeks. Please bear with us while we work on things.