Water Damage, Mold and Restoration Companies in the Gainesville Area

What Makes Gainesville Different

Gainesville is inland, but heat and humidity still shape every water problem here. Wet drywall and carpet can grow mold within 24 to 48 hours, so drying has to start the same day. Air conditioners run most of the year, and a clogged condensate line or a rusted drain pan can soak a ceiling or a closet without anyone noticing. Keep indoor humidity below about 50 to 60 percent to hold mold back.

The ground here is limestone, and sinkholes open from time to time across Alachua County. Heavy summer storms can flood low streets, and hurricanes that cross the state can bring days of rain, wind and fallen trees. After a tree hits the roof, cover the opening with a tarp as soon as it is safe and photograph everything before cleanup.

Thousands of students rent homes and apartments near the university, and many of those buildings are older. If you rent, tell your landlord in writing about any leak or mold right away, take photos with dates and keep copies. Homes built before 1978 may have lead paint, so test before any repair that disturbs it.