When your house becomes flooded it can be just as devastating as any other disaster such as a fire or earthquake. You want to make sure that when you have a home that was flooded you work with a professional to have the home remediated. The water may seem quite unassuming but it is very damaging and when the water and the moisture is left it will continue to cause more and more damage. The water is only part of what will cause the troubles within your home. The outcome from water damage happens to also be mildew that will start to grow as well as mold. When mold is in the house it can be a problem for your health and should not be taken lightly. After the house has been flooded even if it is minor it can have a devastating outcome. The water damage should be handled by a professional that has the expertise in cleaning up after that type of disaster. You want to make sure that the work is done right so that you do not have mold and mildew coming back up. American Hometown Services considers what could cause mold to grow in your home after water damage.

Home Not Cleaned Properly After Water Damage

When you have your home flooded the moisture will soak into anything and everything. This includes the dry wall, wood, furniture, carpet and anything else that is in the space. As the water settles and is allowed to sit in the space it will cause mold and mildew to grow. The mold is a growth that has to be cleaned properly and remediated. The remediation should be done by someone that knows what should be done to clean the mold up. If all the pores are not removed and cleaned properly they will be able to grow back with just a little bit of moisture. That is why it is important to know what you are doing when you are cleaning up after a flood or water damage.

Moisture is Not Dried Out

Another mistake that is sometimes made when you have your home cleaned after water damage is that it is not dried out. Sometimes people want to rush the process and they may start to rebuild of paint the home when there are still signs of moisture. When you seal them up this can lead to mold growth that you thought was cleaned already. The drying process is very important and a professional knows what to look for to ensure that everything is dry before they start to make the repairs.

Contamination of Other Areas

When the mold is being cleaned it should be done with care. The spores are able to get in the air and land in other areas of the house. When moisture joins that area you will find out that mold will start to grow. It is important to be prepared to deal with the mold as it is being agitated so that it is not left to get in other areas of the house.

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