Removing Mold in a Commercial Space: Why Ignoring It Isn’t an Option

At First In Restoration we have seen our fair share of water and mold damage. One case we had last year really stands out—we got a call from a commercial event space that was dealing with a serious toxic mold problem.

The mold was discovered in the main event hall and a bathroom, creating an unsafe environment for guests of the event space as well as their employees. We assessed the situation and conducted air test. Unfortunately we found high levels of toxic mold, which can be extremely dangerous—especially for seniors, young children and those with respiratory issues like asthma.

However, this business owner’s biggest concern wasn’t the potential health risks; it was...

"Do we actually have to remove this? Do we have to shut down our facility?"

The reality is, that when toxic mold is present you can't just ignore the problem. It isn’t just a bad idea to leave mold—it’s a liability to your business. Mold exposure can cause respiratory issues, severe allergies and long-term health problems. We know that being in the hospitality industry, the event center welcomes guests daily so bad air quality could lead to customer complaints, legal consequences as well as a tarnished reputation.

Removing Mold In A Commercial Space: Protecting Health & Business

We worked with our customer to develop a plan that would remove the mold, restore air quality and we rebuilt the damaged areas—all in record speed to minimize the event hall's downtime. We understand that shutting down temporarily can be inconvenient but the alternative is far worse: you don't want to put your customers and employees at risk.

Fortunately, most commercial insurance policies cover lost income due to mold remediation and reconstruction. This means that while closing for mold mitigation might seem like a financial hit, insurance can reimburse lost wages—protecting both your business as well as your customers.

At the end of the project we successfully removed the mold and reconstructed the affected areas. Now the event space has clean and safe air for their guests to enjoy. Had the owner delayed any longer, the damage—as well as the risk—could have been much worse.

Don’t Wait Until It’s Too Late

If you suspect you have mold growing in your commercial space you have to act fast. Not removing mold in a commercial space is not an option. The longer you wait the greater the health risks and structural damage. First In Restoration specializes in commercial mold remediation and reconstruction. We will make sure your space is safe, clean and up to code. Protected yourself and your customers, call us today: 470-748-0225 or visit www.firstinrestoration.com to schedule an inspection.

First In Restoration can remove mold growing in a commercial event space.