All Star Mold Removal Virginia Beach

Serious Virginia Beach Mold Removal at Affordable Prices: All Star Mold Removal

Mold damages countless properties throughout the Virginia Beach area each year. Don’t put your health and safety at risk; contact All Star Mold Removal today, the most trusted mold remediation company in Virginia Beach. Mold is a four-letter word that every property owner dreads hearing. If you suspect your property has been damaged by mold, don’t delay; contact All Star Mold Removal today! Our fully licensed and insured company has successfully performed thousands of mold assessments and remediated thousands of properties in the Virginia Beach area. When we’re on the job, you can have confidence knowing that your property – and your safety – is in the very best of care.

Is Mold Really a Problem in Virginia Beach?

Virginia Beach is famous for its access to miles of beaches and endless waterways. The close proximity to the Chesapeake Bay, the North Landing River, the Lynnhaven River, and Pocaty River are what people love most about this charming city; in fact, it’s probably the very reason why you settled here yourself. Add to that the pleasant year-round temperatures and it really is a perfect location. However, because the city is surrounded by water, mold is a serious problem in Virginia Beach. Mold is a fungus that thrives in damp, moist environments; the very environment that Virginia Beach offers. There are various forms of mold, and they flourish throughout the outdoor spaces in Virginia Beach. Mold reproduces by releasing spores into the air. These spores can travel indoors through open windows, doors, ventilation systems, and even on shoes, clothing, and pets. Once mold spores enter your property, they land on fibrous materials, and if the conditions are right (warm and moist) they begin to grow.

Why is Indoor Mold Dangerous?

In nature, mold is actually beneficial. Why? – Because it breaks down dead and decaying organic matter, including flora and fauna. As it decomposes these materials, it deposits the vitamins, minerals, and nutrients into the ground. This decomposition may be beneficial for nature, but indoors, it can wreak havoc. Mold eats through fibrous materials. As it eats, it can cause extensive damage. Not only does it cause unsightly black spots and create a musty odor, but it can compromise the structural integrity of your home or business. At All Star Mold Removal, we’ve actually seen properties that have been completely decimated by mold damage. The property damage that mold can cause isn’t the only reason why it’s hazard; it’s also dangerous to your health. Depending on the strain of mold, the spores that it releases can be toxic. Exposure to toxic mold can cause serious health complications, which can include:
• Breathing problems; coughing, wheezing, etc.
• Sore throat
• Sinus infections
• Chronic nasal congestions
• Headaches
• Fever
• Irritated skin
• Itchy, water eyes
• Nosebleeds
• Fatigue
• Mood changes

Where does Mold Grow in Virginia Beach?

Mold can grow on any type of fibrous material (materials that contain fibers). Virtually every material in your home is fibrous in nature; wood, tile, grout, paper, cardboard, fabric, glass, etc. Therefore, mold can grow pretty much anywhere moisture is present. Some of the most common places we find mold growth indoors include:
• Bathrooms. Around toilets, under sinks, ceilings, walls, floors, shower curtains, towels, etc.
• Kitchens. Under sinks, behind and under dishwashers and refrigerators, walls, ceilings, floors, etc.
• Laundry rooms. Walls, ceilings, under and behind washing machines.
• Basements. Walls, floors, behind and under boilers and water heaters.
• Attics and crawlspaces. In insulation, on wood, on roofing materials.
• Bedrooms. Linens, furniture, floors, walls, ceilings, etc.
• Living spaces. Carpeting, furniture, curtains, etc. Essentially, you can find mold growth virtually anywhere indoors in your Virginia Beach property.

Causes of Mold Growth

Mold grows when moisture and warmth is present. Therefore, if your Virginia Beach home or business has been exposed any amount of water, there’s a good chance a mold problem could occur. Examples of some of the most common causes of mold growth include: • Floods
• Heavy rain
• Overflowing cesspools/septic systems
• Leaking plumbing pipes
• Overflowing appliances that contain water; washing machines, dishwashers, etc.
• Broken down water heaters and boilers.
• Poor ventilation
• High humidity levels
• Poor insulation
• Roof leaks
• Foundation cracks

Mold Testing and Mold Removal in Virginia Beach

Since mold growth is so common in Virginia Beach and because it can cause such serious, costly damage, there’s a very good chance that you could fall victim to mold growth; especially if your property has been exposed to any amount of moisture.