Job completed for Heath J.Hidden mold found during baton rouge bathroom remodel

United Fire & Water Damage responded to a residential water damage restoration project in Baton Rouge, LA after the homeowner reported a slab leak that affected multiple areas of the home. Wet carpet was discovered in several rooms, along with water-damaged laminate flooring. Upon inspection, our mitigation team identified five affected rooms and determined that the water originated from the laundry room. Due to the extent of the damage, the team began removing affected flooring and materials to properly address the moisture throughout the home.

During the Baton Rouge, LA water damage mitigation, our technicians removed vinyl flooring from the hallway, living room, and kitchen. Affected baseboards and sections of wall were also removed in the bedroom and living room. During demolition, some mold growth was discovered on affected materials. The exposed areas were thoroughly HEPA vacuumed and treated with an antimicrobial solution to clean and treat the impacted surfaces. All demolition debris was then removed from the property.

Professional drying equipment was placed throughout the affected areas to begin the structural drying process and help remove remaining moisture. This water damage restoration project in Baton Rouge, LA demonstrates the importance of quickly addressing a slab leak, especially when water has traveled into multiple rooms and affected flooring and wall materials. United Fire & Water Damage provides professional water mitigation in Baton Rouge, LA, including moisture detection, selective demolition, HEPA cleaning, antimicrobial treatment, structural drying, and complete restoration services.