Mrs. Reed was packed and ready to leave for a weeklong Caribbean cruise with longtime friends. Just before catching her Uber to the airport, she started her dishwasher and headed out—unaware that it would soon overflow and flood her home.
When she returned a week later, the water damage was extensive. Her kitchen and living room were soaked, and the house smelled like a pile of old gym towels. Having worked with Flood Pros USA in Bradenton before for a small roof leak, she didn’t hesitate to call again—only this time, the problem had escalated to a full-blown water and mold emergency.
Water Damage Assessment and Emergency Response
The team at Flood Pros USA responded quickly and helped Mrs. Reed take immediate steps to stabilize her home and begin the insurance claim process.
Emergency Mitigation Steps for Dishwasher Overflow:
- Referred a trusted plumber who confirmed the dishwasher was the source
- Helped Mrs. Reed file a homeowner’s insurance claim
- Installed dehumidifiers and air scrubbers to reduce moisture and odor
- Scheduled immediate indoor air quality testing for mold
- Used thermal imaging to determine the full extent of water damage
The air quality tests revealed high mold levels, and the moisture had spread far beyond the kitchen and living room.
Mold Testing and Remediation Plan Bradenton
Although only a few rooms sustained visible water damage, mold spores had spread throughout the HVAC system and into unaffected rooms—likely due to elevated humidity while the home was closed up.
Mold Inspection Results and Spore Identification:
- Detected elevated levels of Aspergillus, Cladosporium, and Chaetomium
- Found cross-contamination in the HVAC ductwork and other rooms
- Noted visible black and green mold behind removed baseboards
- Confirmed that running the AC at a high temperature during vacation accelerated mold growth
The entire home would now require full mold remediation, not just cleanup of the original water-damaged zones.
Full Mold Remediation and HVAC Decontamination Bradenton
Flood Pros USA deployed a certified mold remediation team to tackle the job safely and efficiently, following all containment protocols and working closely with the environmental consultant.
Mold Removal and Decontamination Services Provided:
- Carefully removed kitchen cabinets and preserved quartz countertops
- Demolished affected drywall and baseboards per thermal moisture readings
- Installed containment barriers and HEPA air scrubbers to prevent spore spread
- Used negative air pressure machines to vent contaminated air outdoors
- Vacuumed the entire home using HEPA backpack vacuums
- Sprayed antimicrobial solution throughout the structure
- Coated all exposed wood studs and framing with antimicrobial sealant
Toward the end of the process, Mrs. Reed was instructed to stay away while the HVAC system was professionally cleaned and the home was fogged with antimicrobial mist. An ozone machine was also used for final disinfection.
Reconstruction and Rapid Restoration
After passing a rigorous clearance test confirming the home was mold-free, the Flood Pros USA team immediately transitioned into rebuild mode—completing the job with speed and attention to detail.
Reconstruction and Final Restoration Services:
- Installed new kitchen cabinets and re-set the quartz countertops
- Hung new drywall, matched texture, and painted affected areas
- Coordinated trades to work simultaneously for rapid turnaround
- Returned for a few final punch list items to ensure total satisfaction
Mrs. Reed was impressed by how efficiently the reconstruction was handled. What started as a cruise vacation nightmare ended in a beautifully restored home—and a renewed trust in the team that got her there.
Need Dishwasher Leak Cleanup or Mold Remediation in Bradenton, FL?
If a hidden appliance leak or vacation disaster leads to mold and water damage in your Bradenton home, call Flood Pros USA. We provide expert drying, mold remediation, air quality testing, and complete reconstruction services to restore your home quickly and safely.
