What Causes Mold In A Home?
Mold can develop when plumbing leaks, roof leaks, exterior water intrusion, condensation, or other moisture problems leave building materials damp for extended periods.
Identifying where the moisture is coming from is an important part of preventing the mold from returning after remediation.
Mold From Water Leaks & Damage
Plumbing and appliance leaks can allow water to spread beneath flooring, behind drywall, and into subfloors and framing where mold may remain hidden.
We evaluate both the visible damage and surrounding building materials to determine how far the moisture and mold have spread.
Mold On Drywall, Wood, & Framing
Mold can develop on drywall, wood framing, subfloors, trim, and other building materials exposed to excessive moisture.
Depending on the condition of the material, affected areas may be cleaned and remediated or removed and replaced as part of the repair.
Mold Under Flooring & Inside Walls
Mold beneath flooring or inside walls is often discovered after homeowners notice discoloration, soft floors, musty odors, or evidence of a previous leak.
When necessary, we open the affected area, remove damaged materials, remediate the mold, and evaluate the subfloor and framing for additional damage.
Finding & Correcting The Moisture Source
Successful mold remediation requires more than treating the visible mold because an unresolved moisture source can allow the problem to return.
We identify the underlying leak, condensation, water intrusion, or moisture condition and incorporate the necessary correction into the overall repair plan.
What Happens During An Inspection?
Every inspection is performed by owner Robbie McCarty to identify the moisture source, determine the extent of visible damage, and evaluate the building materials that may be affected.
We then develop a practical scope for remediation, removal of damaged materials, moisture correction, and repairs needed to restore the affected area.
Why Do Homeowners Choose Patriot Crawl Space Repairs?
Patriot is a Virginia Class A Contractor with experience in certified mold remediation, water and moisture damage, structural repairs, plumbing systems, and crawl spaces.
This allows us to approach mold as a building problem and provide a turnkey solution from finding the cause through remediation and repair.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do you provide mold testing?
Our primary focus is identifying moisture problems, remediating mold, and repairing affected building materials rather than providing testing-only services. If specialized environmental testing is appropriate, it can be performed separately from the remediation and repair work and we can recommend a 3rd party testing service.
Does mold always mean the drywall or wood has to be replaced?
No. Whether a material can be remediated or should be removed depends on the type of material, its condition, and the extent of moisture and mold damage.
Can a plumbing leak cause hidden mold?
Yes. Leaks from toilets, showers, sinks, supply lines, drains, and appliances can allow water to reach areas beneath flooring or behind walls where mold may develop before it becomes visible.
Can mold grow underneath flooring?
Yes. Water can travel beneath hardwood, laminate, tile, and other flooring and affect the subfloor and surrounding materials, sometimes causing mold, discoloration, soft flooring, or wood rot.
Do you repair the damage after mold remediation?
Yes. When needed, we can repair or replace affected subfloor, framing, drywall, flooring, trim, doors, and other damaged building materials so the homeowner does not have to coordinate multiple contractors.
Do I need to file an insurance claim for mold or water damage?
No. Homeowners can hire Patriot directly to evaluate the problem and provide a defined scope for remediation and repair without filing an insurance claim.
Will mold come back after remediation?
Mold can return if the moisture condition that allowed it to grow is not corrected. Our approach is to identify and address the underlying moisture or water source along with remediating the affected area.
