Chicago, IL Mold Damage Remediation

With a humid continental climate complete with an annual 40 inches of rain and nearly as much snowfall, storm systems can dramatically impact the structural integrity of homes and the moisture damage they experience. When prolonged humid conditions and damp pockets exist, moist environments can be ideal for facilitating the development of mold colonies. As leading mold remediation professionals, our mold removal team can help:

  • Mold specialists
  • Basement mold remediation
  • Bathroom mold removal
  • Black mold
  • Mold remediation
  • Attic mold

Is Quick Mold Removal Possible in Chicago Homes? 

It is always ideal to get mold removal and mold remediation services started as soon as possible in Chicago homes and businesses. To accomplish this, responding SERVPRO remediators must know what practices work best for varying degrees of mold damage and exposure. Our careful evaluation of the situation ensures our technicians have the right products, tools, and personnel to provide efficient black mold and attic mold removal services. 

What Black Mold Damage Repairs Are Necessary in Chicago? 

Because of how destructive black mold and other fungal threats can be to your property, reconstruction and repair are inevitable. We have a general contractor license to help, providing an array of critical services to help us continue to be a one-stop-shop for mold remediation, mold inspection, and black mold damage repairs. We have the personnel to make mold disasters "Like it never even happened."

Check out our main page for how mold specialists address black mold.

SERVPRO of Downtown Chicago / West Loop / Bucktown / Greektown

If You See Signs of Mold, Call Us Today – (773) 434-9100

Understanding Mold

Microscopic mold spores exist almost everywhere, outdoors and indoors, making it impossible to remove all mold from a home or business. Some restoration businesses advertise “mold removal” and even guarantee to remove all mold, which is a fallacy. Consider the following mold facts:

  • Mold is present almost everywhere, indoors and outdoors.
  • Mold spores are microscopic and float along in the air, and may enter your home through windows, doors, or AC/heating systems or even hitch a ride indoors on your clothing or on a pet.
  • Mold spores thrive on moisture. Mold spores can quickly grow into colonies when exposed to water. These colonies may produce allergens, irritants, and toxins. 
  • Before mold remediation can begin, any sources of water or moisture must be addressed. Otherwise, the mold may return. 
  • Mold often produces a strong, musty odor and can lead you to possible mold problem areas.
  • Even higher-than-normal indoor humidity can support mold growth. Keep indoor humidity below 45 percent.

Faster to Any Size Emergency

In as little as 48 hours, a minor mold issue can quickly spread through a home or business. Once you contact us, we’re dedicated to starting the remediation process quickly. This fast response lessens the mold damage, limits additional damage, and reduces the remediation cost.

Locally Owned, with National Resources

SERVPRO of Downtown Chicago / West Loop / Bucktown / Greektown is locally owned and operated, so we are part of the Chicago community too. When you have a water or mold damage issue, we’re already nearby and ready to help. We’re also part of a network of over 2170, including special Disaster Recovery Teams placed strategically throughout the country to respond to large-scale fire, water, and storm disasters.

We are proud to serve our local communities:

Highly Trained Water and Mold Restoration Specialists

We specialize in water and mold damage restoration, with advance training in restoration techniques and the experience and specialized equipment to quickly restore your property.  Learn about our water damage training and certificates.

The Mold Remediation Process

Every mold damage scenario is different and requires a unique solution, but the general mold remediation process stays the same. The steps listed below illustrate our “typical” process:

Step 1: Emergency Contact - (773) 434-9100

We’re available 24 hours, 7 days a week to answer your phone call. Our consultant will guide you through this process, asking questions that will allow us to better understand your situation and to determine the needed equipment and personnel.

Step 2: Inspection and Mold Damage Assessment

We carefully inspect your property for visible signs of mold. Mold feeds on cellulose and water and can be hidden from plain view. We use various technologies to detect mold and hidden water sources.

Step 3: Mold Containment

Our professionals use various containment procedures to prevent the spread of mold. We may use advanced containment procedures like negative air chambers to isolate the contaminated area with physical barriers and negative air pressure to keep the mold spores from spreading during the cleanup process. All fans and heating and cooling systems will be turned off to prevent the spread of mold.

Step 4: Air Filtration

We use powerful air scrubbers, HEPA vacuums, and other filtration equipment to remove microscopic mold spores out of the air. This air filtration process and our mold containment process help to prevent the spread of these mold spores while the mold remediation is in process.

Step 5: Removing Mold and Mold-Infested Materials

The mold remediation process depends on the amount of mold growth and the types of surfaces on which the mold appears. We’ll use antifungal and antimicrobial treatments to eliminate mold colonies and to help prevent new colonies from forming. It may be necessary to remove and dispose of mold-infested porous materials, like drywall and carpeting, to remediate heavy mold growth.

Step 6: Cleaning Contents and Sanitizing

SERVPRO of Downtown Chicago / West Loop / Bucktown / Greektown will use a variety of cleaning techniques and products to clean your furnishings and personal belongings. Since mold infestations also cause a persistent musty odor, our professionals are also trained to remove odors and provide deodorization using fogging equipment.

Step 7: Restoration

Depending on the level of mold damage, drywall, subfloors, and other building materials may have been removed. Restoration may involve minor repairs, such as replacing drywall, painting, and installing new carpet; or it may entail major repairs such as the reconstruction of various areas or rooms in a home or business. The restoration step gets your home or business back to normal.

SERVPRO knows Mold

In Chicago, IL, SERVPRO of Downtown Chicago / West Loop / Bucktown / Greektown is ready to tackle and resolve any mold issues that arise. SERVPRO professionals understand the anxiety that can happen when a homeowner uncovers mold. Let us help put your worries to rest. Our knowledgeable crew is ready with the gear needed to tackle any mold job. Reach us at (773) 434-9100 - We’re ready to activate our team to remediate your mold.