If you've been told you need mold remediation, you probably have questions: What exactly happens? How long does it take? Will you need to leave your home? Here's a complete walkthrough of the professional mold remediation process as performed by Absolute Water Damage and Mitigation in Colorado Springs.

Step 1: Mold Assessment and Scope of Work

Before any remediation begins, we conduct a thorough visual inspection and moisture assessment. We identify all visible mold growth, locate the moisture source that caused it, and determine the extent of hidden mold behind walls or under flooring. This assessment forms the basis of our scope of work.

Step 2: Containment Setup

To prevent mold spores from spreading to unaffected areas during remediation, we establish containment using heavy-duty plastic sheeting and negative air pressure. HEPA-filtered negative air machines create airflow from clean areas toward the containment zone, ensuring spores don't escape.

Step 3: HEPA Vacuuming and Air Scrubbing

Before removing any materials, we HEPA vacuum all surfaces to capture loose spores. Air scrubbers with HEPA filtration run continuously throughout the remediation to capture airborne spores.

Step 4: Removal of Affected Materials

Porous materials with mold growth — drywall, insulation, carpet, wood framing — are carefully removed and double-bagged in heavy-duty plastic. Non-porous materials like concrete and metal can often be cleaned in place using antimicrobial solutions.

Step 5: Antimicrobial Treatment

All remaining surfaces in the affected area are treated with EPA-registered antimicrobial solutions. This kills any remaining mold and helps prevent regrowth. We allow adequate dwell time for the antimicrobial to be effective.

Step 6: Clearance Testing

After remediation is complete and containment is removed, a third-party industrial hygienist performs clearance testing — air sampling and surface sampling to confirm that mold levels have returned to normal. This independent verification protects you and documents that the remediation was successful.