Hurricane Season is Upon Us

The 2018 Atlantic Hurricane Season is upon us, and that means properties across Southwest Florida are at high risk for flooding. It doesn't take much water to cause flood damage in your home, and flood damaged homes are prone to mold growth. Keep reading to learn more about hurricanes and flooding from your local Southwest Florida mold company. 

Hurricanes in Southwest Florida


The destruction that Hurricane Irma caused is still fresh in our minds. In fact, some people are still repairing damages caused by this major hurricane. However, it doesn't take a full force hurricane to cause damage to our homes here in Southwest Florida. Tropical storms and even just heavy rain showers, which we experience a lot of this time of year, can cause flooding. When those flood waters get into our homes, even if it's just an inch of water, damage can occur and mold can develop. 

Flood Zones in Florida


While flood insurance is only required for homes in certain flood zones, we've seen in the past that mother nature doesn't play by the rules. When you live in Florida, you could see flooding anywhere in the state. Are you more at risk the closer you are to the coast? Yes. Does that mean you're safe if you're all the way inland? No. Irma is just one example of a weather event that caused major flooding across the state, both on the coast and inland. Just because you don't live in a high-risk flood zone doesn't mean you shouldn't be concerned about flooding. As a homeowner in Florida, it's important to understand that your typical homeowners insurance will not cover mold issues caused by flooding. In order for that to be covered, you will need to have purchased a separate flood insurance policy. 

Flooding and Mold Growth


Mold needs moisture to grow, and what better moisture source than a flood. If your home experiences flooding, water soaks into the flooring, baseboards, walls, etc. A small amount of flood water is all it takes for mold to start growing in 24-48 hours. Therefore, if your home is damaged by flood waters, it's important that you act as quickly as possible. You want to remove anything from your home that can't be "dried out." Then you'll want to get fans and dehumidifiers in there to ensure you get the place as dry as you can. The quicker you can remove the moisture, the less likely you are to experience mold issues in your home. 

If you suspect mold has already started growing in your home, contact the professionals at Catalyst Mold Solutions! We're here for all your mold service needs from mold testing to mold removal in Southwest Florida. Get a free estimate by calling 866-343-6653 today. We are your permanent solution to mold! 

Catalyst Mold Solutions: Your Permanent Solution to Mold! 


Catalyst Mold Solutions
1217 Cape Coral Parkway East
Cape Coral, FL 33904
Phone: 866-343-6653

Location: Cape Coral, FL, USA

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