How Does Mold Impact Building Materials in Sandwich Homes?

1/18/2022 (Permalink)

Quick action is required when facing a mold infestation on your property. Team SERVPRO technicians are standing by 24/7 for your emergency call.

Mold damage is destructive to organic materials used in constructing Sandwich residences

When damp areas exist in a home following storm damage or water loss, mold can develop in as little as 72 hours. Our SERVPRO team responds fast to help remove these active colonies.

Why Mold Must Be Addressed Quickly

Mold damage in Sandwich homes can impact the property in several ways, beginning even before physical signs of infestation exist. Some of the threatening qualities of mold include:

• Moves quickly
• Replicates and grows
• Destroys organic hosting material
• Can cause health effects

The Deterioration of Drywall

Drywall is particularly susceptible to hosting spores and organisms moving through a household. Sheetrock is porous, so moist conditions can leave these building materials damp and welcoming to migrating microbes. In a short period of physical signs of mold exposure, the wall system material becomes unsalvageable and requires discarding and replacement.

Delaminating and Damaging Carpets 

Carpeted floors are a common staple for area homes, so when mold damage spreads in the residence, these fibrous floors are commonly impacted. The presence of mold and mildew on carpets, the backing of these upper layers, padding, and subflooring all contribute to the need for removal and replacement when conditions like delamination have started.

Destroying Wood Structure 

Wood framing, subflooring, and OSB board are all surfaces highly likely to support mold and microbial colonies as sufficient conditions exist. Even after only a few days, mold spores can severely compromise the structural integrity of these building elements to the point of requiring repair or replacement. 

Mold can be highly damaging and destructive to multiple types of materials found in the construction of area homes. Our professionals have effective remediation approaches to protect sensitive materials and contents when possible. Give our SERVPRO of Upper Cape Cod and The Islands team a call today at (508) 888-5985.