Mold Removal & Remediation in Dartmouth, NS
Containment, removal, and treatment of mold so it doesn't come back. Done the right way, not painted over.
Mold remediation is the safe removal and treatment of mold so it doesn't grow back. We contain the area, remove the affected materials, treat the surfaces, and fix the moisture that caused it, for homes and businesses across Dartmouth and the Halifax area.
Mold isn't a cleaning problem, it's a moisture problem. If you only wipe it off, it comes back, because the thing feeding it is still there. So we do two jobs at once: remove the mold properly, and find and fix the moisture source behind it.
Done right, mold removal means sealing off the room so spores don't spread to the rest of the house, removing what can't be saved, treating what can, and running HEPA air scrubbers the whole time. It's careful work, and it matters that it's careful.
Our remediation process
- Inspect and find the moisture source feeding the mold
- Seal off the work area with containment so spores stay put
- Run HEPA air scrubbers to clean the air during the job
- Remove mold-damaged drywall, trim, and materials safely
- Treat remaining surfaces with antimicrobial product
- Fix the moisture issue so it doesn't come straight back
Why Maritime homes get mold
Our climate does mold no favours. Damp coastal air, long shoulder seasons, and a lot of older housing stock with basements and crawl spaces add up to ideal conditions. Add a small leak or poor ventilation and mold takes hold fast. It's one of the most common calls we get across Dartmouth, Halifax, and Sackville.
Serving Dartmouth and the whole Halifax area
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Mold Removal & Remediation: common questions
Do you handle both water damage and mold?
Yes. Water damage is the most common cause of mold, so we do both. We dry the structure properly first, then deal with any mold that's already started. One crew, one call.
My basement flooded. What's the first thing I should do?
Stay safe around any standing water and electrical. Shut off the water source if you can. Then call us. The faster water comes out and drying starts, the less damage and mold you'll deal with later.
Will you work with my insurance company?
Yes. We document everything with photos and moisture readings and deal with your adjuster directly, so the claim is backed by proper evidence and goes through cleanly.
Can you tell if it's black mold?
Not just by colour. Plenty of dark mold isn't the toxic kind, and some that is doesn't look black. The only way to know for sure is a lab test. We swab or air-sample and send it off, then walk you through the results.
Got water damage or mold? Let's sort it out.
Call and tell us what's going on, or send a message and we'll get right back to you. We cover Dartmouth and the whole Halifax area.