Mold in your Florence Restaurant

4/9/2024 (Permalink)

Dishwasher station leak in Florence Texas restaurant caused this mold damage. SERVPRO of Georgetown, Florence, Sun City cleaned up the mold

Mold has a role in nature.  It is to decompose organic materials.  Mold in your Florence Texas restaurant does not have a role.  Mold can cause major damage to the construction materials in commercial buildings.  While mold spores are everywhere in our environment, they need moisture, warmth, and a food source to thrive.  In a restaurant, mold growth can lead to an unnecessary amount of waste, making foods inedible.  Call SERVPRO® of Georgetown, Florence, Sun City to clean up the mold.

Three common places mold can grow in a restaurant are the dishwashing station, the refrigerator, and under sinks.    

1. Dishwashing Stations
   The dishwashing station can be a major contributor to mold. Pipes or water supply line leaks are common causes. This area has all the factors mold needs to grow, warmth, moisture, and organic material.  To help prevent any fungus from thriving in these areas, install a central ventilation system.
2. The Refrigerator
   Behind freezers and refrigerators is a location mold can be found. Mold found behind appliances is a by-product of the cooling system. The motor produces the warmth.  Moisture is produced by the condensing unit.  The food source is items that end up underneath and behind the appliance.
3. Under sinks
   Both the kitchen and bathrooms have sinks that are prime locations for mold to grow. High volume of people going in and out of these areas make them even more prone to mold. People track debris into these rooms providing a food source for mold.  Running faucets and flushing toilets contribute to standing water in these areas. 

If you find mold growth in your restaurant, contact SERVPRO of Georgetown, Florence, Sun City to thoroughly clean the area. Though airborne microbial particles cannot be avoided, you can keep their growth under control with routine cleaning and maintenance.

SERVPRO of Georgetown, Florence, Sun City should be your first choice for any residential or commercial water damage.  Our team of professionals is trained to assess the damage, identify potential threats, and respond quickly to restore your property to preloss condition.  SERVPRO of Georgetown, Florence, Sun City is available 24/7 by calling 512-843-5943