What’s Lurking Behind and Inside Your Walls?

Without any visible signs, there could be a lot going on behind and inside the walls of your home. Whether its mold, asbestos, or even residual water damage, these are all cause for alarm, mainly because of the potential for property damage and personal harm. In many cases, none of these situations may even be visible, and symptoms may be hard to pin down. The good news is that remediation is possible, with accurate diagnosis and viable options for repairs and restoration.    

Asbestos

Old loose-fill asbestos may still be present in attics, lofts, and wall cavities, depending on the age of a home. Regardless of the extent of coverage, material that contains asbestos is dangerous. The most dangerous is when the material is disturbed - it can release harmful fibers that pose health risks when inhaled. Sometimes, asbestos is hard to detect, making for serious hidden dangers.

Mold

Mold is sneaky – it can hide practically anywhere, and is especially prevalent in areas that have high moisture levels and concentrations of humidity. A mold infestation has the potential to cause health problems that range from mild to severe. Indeed, when mold is a long-standing issue it can quickly lead to “sick building syndrome”. Mold will require professional remediation.

Water

Residual water damage can impact the structure of a home, and affect the health and well being of residents. When water damage compromises structural materials, it also provides the ideal environment for mold to grow and spread. As it is, the negative effects of mold are well known, so professional remediation is absolutely necessary to clean, repair and restore the affected areas.

For many homeowners, there’s a tendency to resolve some of these issues with a DIY approach to remediation. And while this might be attractive in terms of cost savings, these are all issues that require professional attention. At Matrix Remediation, the restoration crews are highly trained and highly experienced. Matrix is IICRC Certified - industry certification that assures professional cleaning, repair, and restoration for calamities such as asbestos, mold and water damage.

Matrix crews have the tools and equipment to deliver results. Clean-up products are hard-hitting but environmentally friendly – they are non-toxic and free of biocides. Importantly, whether it’s for mold removal or asbestos clean up, the focus is on an effective and long lasting remedy, while keeping residents and occupants safe. Matrix assesses a situation, provides viable options for the remediation, and expedites the restoration work at the highest standard of workmanship.

Accurate assessment and professional evaluation is key to an effective response. For Matrix, an expert appraisal will lead to an action plan that’s designed to resolve the issue, whether it’s for asbestos, mold or water damage. Importantly, a third party handles the assessments and testing in order to ensure impartiality. Overall, the aim for Matrix is to gain control of the situation, while preventing potential deterioration. Here, quick response and immediate action is key.

Clearly, situations like asbestos, mold, and water damage are best left to the experts - certified technicians who have the equipment, experience and expertise to guarantee results.