Mold Damage Emergency Tips

What you can do until help arrives

Water Tips  |  Fire Tips   |  Biohazard Tips   |  Mold Tips

Stock up on useful cleaning tools and supplies

  • Protective gloves (made from rubber or latex)
  • Plastic buckets and scrub brushes
  • A mop and some large sponges

Make sure your bathroom stays fresh and well-ventilated

  • Wipe down the shower after use to keep moisture from accumulating
  • Spread out your wet towels so they dry quicker
  • Use shower curtains that are easy to clean in order to prevent soap residue, which encourages mold growth
  • Reduce the number of bottles and containers you keep in the shower to make cleaning easier and minimize surface areas conducive to mildew build up.

Prevent mold from growing:

  • Prevent rain water from dripping into your home. After a storm, make sure no water has collected, and make a point to regularly check any problem areas.
  • Fix any plumbing leaks ASAP
  • Clean the upholstery and fabrics in your home regularly and make sure to keep them dry, especially after any spills or messes.
  • Store your belongings in places that are dry and well-ventilated.
  • Make regular use of fans, open windows, and dehumidifiers to minimize moisture in your home.
  • When the weather outside is humid, be especially vigilant.

Have a Mold Problem?
Call Us Today – (201) 742-5920

If you have a mold problem in your home or business, consider the following facts:

  • Significant mold growth can occur in 48-72 hours.
  • Mold may present a greater risk to children, the elderly, and anyone with respiratory problems.
  • A strong, musty odor may indicate hidden mold behind drywall or under carpeting.

What to Do:

  • Stay out of affected areas.
  • Turn off the HVAC system and fans.
  • Contact SERVPRO of Hackensack / Little Ferry for mold remediation services.

What Not to Do:

  • Don’t touch or disturb the mold.
  • Don’t blow air across any surfaces with visible or suspected mold growth.
  • Don’t attempt to dry the area yourself.
  • Don’t spray bleach or other disinfectants on the mold.

Mold Remediation Services

If you suspect that your home or business has a mold problem, SERVPRO of Hackensack / Little Ferry has the training, equipment, and expertise to handle the situation.

Visit our updated page

We are proud to serve our local communities:

  • Hackensack
  • Little Ferry
  • Ridgefield Park
  • South Hackensack
  • Maywood
  • Hasbrouck Heights
  • Bogota
  • Moonachie
  • Teterboro