SERVPRO Can Help to Identify Microbial Growth

1/10/2022 (Permalink)

What is Microbial Growth?

Mold or mildew is a microbial growth. Microbial growth can be visible or hidden but is usually first indicated through smell. Microbes can begin to grow wherever there is excess moisture and a steady “food source.” In commercial spaces, microbes can grow and spread due to leaks, undetected water damage, elevated humidity, or the presence of attractive food sources such as sheetrock, ceiling tiles or carpeting. 

Microbes will feed on any substance that contains carbon atoms, which is anything made up of organic matter. Many natural materials found in commercial buildings provide suitable foods for microbial growth and tend to thrive in warmer environments. Microbes also require high levels of moisture to grow at least 70% humidity, and most outbreaks occur in buildings where porous materials contain persistent amounts of moisture.

Signs That Your Business Has Been Threatened by Microbial Growth:

• Musty odors
• Noticeable moisture
• Visible mold or mildew
• Water stains in the building

The best way to identify if your property is experiencing growth, is to call SERVPRO® of Augusta to examine your property, help identify problematic areas, areas of contamination spread, and to mitigate. SERVPRO will conduct a visual inspection of your property, run moisture reading tests to help identify the cause, and conduct air quality tests. After inspections are complete, an extensive report will be created to provide information regarding areas of concern, types of mold present, along with the level of contamination. 

Microbial remediation involves an abatement process, this meaning the spores will be removed. However, it is best to conduct additional preventative steps to stop growth from occurring again in the future. SERVPRO professionals will inspect the premises, contain all areas of contamination and thoroughly treat the space. This process will remove all elevated levels of spore contamination your commercial property and help to give a concise procedure explanation on how to prevent growth in the future.

Think you have a microbial growth issue? SERVPRO professionals are Here to Help® 24/7/365. Give our team a call at 706-843-1990 to schedule a consultation today.