The challenge
- Mold behind the drywall of a bathroom wall
- Tile, shower glass, fixtures and a window that had to be protected
- Mold spores that must not spread to the rest of the home
Local project case study
Bathroom Mold Remediation in the San Fernando Valley
Mold behind a bathroom wall. Here is how our San Fernando Valley crew contained the room and removed it under negative air.
- San Fernando Valley, CA
- (818) 717-0203
- CategoryMold remediation
- LocationSan Fernando Valley, CA
- PropertyHome
- Handled byGreen Planet Restoration of LA
Project summary
Mold was growing behind a bathroom wall. Our San Fernando Valley crew sealed the room with containment, ran a HEPA air scrubber to keep the area under negative air, removed and bagged the moldy drywall, and cleaned and sanitized the space while protecting the tub, tile, window and floors.
- Project type
- Mold remediation
- Location
- San Fernando Valley, CA
- Area affected
- Bathroom wall, shower area and fixtures
- Local branch
- Green Planet Restoration of LA
Our response
- Sealed containment barrier around the work area
- HEPA air scrubber ducted out to keep the room under negative air
- Shower, window, tile, floors and fixtures covered and taped
- Moldy drywall removed and bagged inside containment
- Area cleaned and sanitized
The result
- Moldy materials removed from the home
- Bathroom finishes protected through the work
- Room ready for repairs
Photos from this job
Real photos from our crew on site. No stock images.
Common questions
What does negative air mean in mold remediation?
An air scrubber pulls air out of the sealed work area through a HEPA filter, so air flows into the room rather than out. Spores stay inside the containment.
Why do bathrooms get mold behind the walls?
Small shower or plumbing leaks and steam keep the wall cavity damp. Mold can grow there long before it shows on the paint.
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