Before

After

Mold damage to a home in Princeton, Mn.

 Warning Signs of Mold:

It is important to be aware of what the signs of mold are.  2 common ones include:

• A strange odor: Mold has a pungent smell. When it is confined to one area of your home, you may notice an unpleasant odor when you are in that area. Mold can sometimes live within the walls or behind wallpaper, and so you might not immediately associate the smell with mold. If you do notice an unusual persistent odor in your home, the culprit may be mold.

• The appearance of mold: In your shower stall or bathtub, its easy to distinguish normal soap scum from mold. However, in the basement or cellar you may have to investigate a little further to find the mold. Mold will take hold of damp areas, so if you have a wall or floor where dampness collects, mold could very well be there as well.

This home in Princeton, Mn had water damage that was unnoticed for an extended period of time.  When it was found, mushroom like appearance was growing on the ceiling.  SERVPRO of St. Cloud removed the affected area and treated the materials. 

Should you detect water damage or mold in your home or business, please contact SERVPRO of St. Cloud for professional advice.  We can be reached 24/7 at (320) 248-5400