Mold is more than an unpleasant smell or a stain on the wall. Left alone, it can spread through building materials, damage your property and affect indoor air quality. Design Restoration & Reconstruction has provided professional mold remediation to homes and businesses across Northeast Ohio since 1994, with IICRC certified technicians working from our offices in North Canton and New Philadelphia.
Concerned about mold? Call (330) 563-0010 to schedule an assessment.
Signs You May Have a Mold Problem
- A musty or earthy odor, especially in basements, crawl spaces or bathrooms
- Visible spots or discoloration on walls, ceilings, wood or carpet
- Water stains, peeling paint or warped materials
- A recent leak, flood or sewer backup that was not fully dried
- Persistent high humidity or condensation on windows and pipes
What Causes Mold?
Mold needs moisture to grow. Common sources include past water damage that was not properly dried, roof and plumbing leaks, poor ventilation in attics and bathrooms, and high basement humidity. Mold can begin growing within 24 to 48 hours after materials get wet, which is why fast water damage response and proper drying are the best prevention.
Our Mold Remediation Process
- Inspection and assessment. We inspect the affected areas, look for hidden moisture and identify the source feeding the mold. When testing is needed, we coordinate with independent industrial hygienists.
- Containment. We isolate the work area with physical barriers and negative air pressure to keep mold spores from spreading to clean parts of the building.
- Air filtration. HEPA air scrubbers capture airborne spores during the work.
- Removal of affected materials. Mold damaged porous materials such as drywall, insulation and carpet are safely removed and disposed of.
- Cleaning and treatment. Remaining surfaces and framing are cleaned and treated to remove mold growth.
- Drying and moisture control. We correct the moisture problem so mold does not return.
- Restoration and reconstruction. Our reconstruction team replaces removed materials and restores the space, so one company handles the job from start to finish.
Mold Remediation vs. Mold Removal
Mold spores exist naturally almost everywhere, so no company can honestly promise to remove every spore. Remediation is the professional process of containing and removing mold growth, cleaning affected areas and fixing the moisture source so mold levels return to normal. That is the standard we follow on every job.
Why Choose Design Restoration
- Locally owned and serving Northeast Ohio since 1994
- IICRC certified technicians and Restoration Industry Association member
- A+ rating with the Better Business Bureau
- Experience with insurance claims and documentation
- Full reconstruction in house, so you do not need a separate contractor
Residential and Commercial Mold Remediation
We remediate mold in homes, basements, crawl spaces and attics, as well as offices, rental properties and commercial buildings. For property managers and businesses, we plan the work to limit disruption to tenants and operations.
Areas We Serve
We provide mold remediation throughout Stark, Portage, Wayne, Summit, Tuscarawas, Holmes and Carroll Counties, including Canton, North Canton, Massillon, Akron, Green, Hartville, New Philadelphia, Dover, Wooster, Sugarcreek, Uhrichsville and the surrounding communities.
Mold Remediation FAQs
Is mold dangerous? Mold can affect indoor air quality and may cause health concerns for some people, especially those with allergies, asthma or other respiratory conditions. If you have health concerns, talk with your doctor.
Can I clean mold myself? Very small areas on hard surfaces can sometimes be cleaned by a homeowner. Larger areas, mold inside walls, or mold that keeps coming back should be handled by professionals, because disturbing it can spread spores to other parts of the building.
Does homeowners insurance cover mold remediation? Coverage depends on your policy and the cause. Mold from a sudden covered event, such as a burst pipe, is more likely to be covered than mold from long term humidity or neglect. Check with your agent; we can help document the damage.
How long does mold remediation take? Most residential projects take a few days, depending on the size of the affected area and how much material must be removed and replaced.
Will the mold come back? Mold returns when moisture returns. That is why we find and correct the moisture source as part of every remediation project.
Schedule Mold Remediation With Design Restoration
If you see or smell mold, do not wait for it to spread. Call our North Canton office at (330) 563-0010 or New Philadelphia at (330) 440-6126.