Project Overview
Project Description
Where
Oakland, CA
When
Feb 12th - Feb 16th, 2024
We received a service call from a client in Oakland. They had gradually expanding cracks in the ceilings, and some visible water damage was gradually expanding in one of the bedrooms. So, they needed someone who could help identify the cause and then potentially fix the issue.
Our team started with the water damage assessment and detected Class 1 water damage. Excessive moisture was detected on the ceiling. Water damage mitigation was recommended, and the client made the decision to proceed with our company’s service, including partial demolition of affected materials.
After performing the partial ceiling removal, our technicians discovered mold on the wooden structures. Mold remediation was required, taking all necessary safety precautions. After the drying was complete, we were able to identify the source of the leak. It was a roofing issue.
In order to protect the property from water damage while the ceiling is open, our team covered it with plastic.
The scope of work included:
- Building containment to protect the undamaged area from spreading of mold spores and dust
- Protecting the flooring from damage by covering it with building paper
- Partial cut-out of drywall on the ceiling
- Mechanical and chemical anti-mold treatment
- Complete dehumidification and drying with the help of professional equipment
- Moisture level control during and after the drying process
- Leak-source investigation
- Applying the mold-resistant coating in order to prevent mold growth in the future
- Protecting the property with plastic as a temporary solution to prevent water damage
- Cleaning the job site