Within a few days after water damage, a disaster recovery project can shift from a drying project to a complex, potentially dangerous mold decontamination project.

Mold is usually the result of moisture damage from water intrusion or from uncontrolled ambient conditions – a combination of the right temperature, humidity and available nutrients to feed and promote the growth of mold spores. Wet organic building materials are a great food source for fungi. Since mold can cause serious illness, only professionals trained in mold removal should deal with such conditions.

Home Solutions of America’s subsidiary P.W. Stephens understands how to evaluate the severity of the contamination and its associated dangers. Certified industrial hygienists or microbiologists will determine the extent and type of contamination and, partnering with restoration specialists, recommend remediation measures that are safe, effective and require minimal replacement of construction material.

To avoid mold contamination, we provides the following immediate mitigation services after water damage:

• Rapid stabilization of the environment to retard/prohibit mold growth (using water extraction, dehumidification, temperature control, etc.)


• Inspections using moisture detection equipment to track hidden moisture in walls and hard to reach places


• Daily monitoring and recording of moisture levels


• Removal and disposal of wet materials that are low cost and easily replaced or require replacement due to loss of structural integrity


• Application of anti-microbial solutions to wet materials to retard mold growth


• Reconstruction in areas where restoration is not reasonable or cost-effective

P.W. Stephens’ mold removal professionals follow these steps:

STEP 1: Visual Inspection
Surveys the degree and extent of damage from mold and microbial growth (according to the CIH report) to develop a cost estimate and plan of action.

STEP 2: Containment
Contaminated work areas are isolated from clean areas using plastic sheeting barriers to prevent contaminants from spreading.

STEP 3: Contents Cleaning
Our technicians remove contaminated personal contents from the remediation areas of the home or office and take them to our remediation facility for cleaning.

STEP 4: Structure Cleaning
Anti-microbial solutions are used to clean, clear and treat surfaces for contaminants. Areas with heavy mold growth may require sanding, rebuilding and re-painting or removal.

STEP 5: Testing
After the treated area passes environmental testing, we turn over your home or office to the general contractor of your choice for building reconstruction.

STEP 6: Restoring Lives
Once treatment and cleaning is complete, we return your valuables to your home or office or will store them in our facilities until you facility is complete.