Water Removal/Dryouts

Broken pipes, leaking roofs or sprinkler systems, hurricane or storm damage, or compromised appliance hoses can cause a water intrusion in your home or business. Quick action to remove water and moisture, as well as drying out and dehumidifying water damaged areas, is the first step in preventing further damage and loss to your property.

It only takes 24 hours for MOLD to begin its growth. Depending on what type of MOLD, contamination of your property can happen very quickly in a short period of time.

It is imperative that a knowledgeable company performs this process. If proper steps are not taken, areas could be missed that might harbor hidden MOLD, such as the interior of walls, attics, under flooring and etc. There are no guarantees that MOLD will not grow after a water intrusion issue, however, prompt attention to the water intrusion by proper removal, drying and dehumidification can help to alleviate the long term impact the water intrusion will have on your property.

MOLD BLOCKERS INC. uses state of the art equipment to remove, dry and dehumidify your property as well as highly trained professionals who understand water intrusion and the damage it can do to the structure of your property.

We offer water removal, dry-outs and dehumidification as the first step in returning your property to its pre-existing condition.

What happens when you have a water intrusion issue?

Within Minutes

• Saturation spreads to other areas, causing secondary damage thereby rapidly increasing the scope and cost of your loss.
• Transfer stains occur due to furniture, especially antiques, staining carpeting.
• Discoloration of furniture.
• Paper goods and wood start to swell, and warp.

Within Hours

• Furniture delaminates or swells, legs begin to split.
• Pressed wood swells and disintegrates.
• Odor becomes apparent.
• Tarnishing of uncoated metal surfaces.
• Normal household odors become more apparent.

Within Days

• Fungi appear, along with the characteristic "musty" odor.
• Internal components in pianos and organs swell in the presence of condensed moisture or elevated humidity (>60% RH).
• Drywall (Sheetrock, gypsum board, durarock) swells and disintegrates.
• Uncoated metal surfaces begin to rust.
• Door and window casings swell and distort or delaminate.
• Wood decking, joists, studs begin to swell, warp and split.
• Electronic components may malfunction.
• Occupants with respiratory problems or compromised immune systems experience distress.

Within Weeks

• Fungi associated with prolonged dampness damages natural fibers, paper coverings on drywall, paneling, wood, etc.
• Wood components warp and split, while chemicals within wood dissolve, discolor or destroy finishes.
• Claim costs escalate dramatically; demolishing and replacing contaminated materials may be necessary.
• Serious occupant health hazards abound; liability increases.