Mold Removal & Mold Services Photo Album: Water Meter in Utility Closet Leaks and Mold Forms in Matawan, NJ

A condominium unit in Matawan, NJ, had a water meter in a hall closet that had been leaking for quite a while. Because this closet was used for storage and stuffed to the gills with items, the homeowner hadn't noticed the leak until he attempted to retrieve an item that was toward the rear of the closet and discovered mold.

A Lot of Mold

Once mold takes hold, it will spread by releasing microscopic mold spores that travel on air currents throughout the home. Mold can not only attach elsewhere, but the home's occupants are breathing in these spores as well, which is a serious health hazard.

Water Damaged Sheetrock

Because of the length of time that the leak went undetected, the water damage was severe and the sheetrock was compromised. We had no choice but to remove it.

Kills Mold

We treated the mold-affected areas with MAPS 1, which is an EPA registered antimicrobial that attacks mold at its DNA and immediately kills it. Next, we used our mold stain remover and scrubbed away all the mold growth throughout the area.

Time for the Sealant

Afterward, we applied our patented sealant called MAPS 2. MAPS 2 is a moisture-sensitive application that encapsulates the surface mold is growing on, renders it harmless, inert, and non-allergenic, will reactivate whenever it gets wet to prevent future mold growth.

A Happy Customer

The homeowner was pleased that we could deal with the mold problem so efficiently. The lesson with this particular mold job is that homeowners need to periodically inspect all areas of the home to ensure that there are no hidden water intrusion issues.