Mold Remediation in San Bernardino After Hidden Leaks

Dry Climate, Wet Walls

The common causes we see:

• slow drips from supply lines under sinks and behind toilets
• slab leaks that wet flooring and baseboards
• water heater leaks in closets and garages
• roof leaks after winter storms
• runoff or mud that got into a house and wasn't fully dried

Many San Bernardino homes are decades old. The Census Bureau's 2024 estimate shows nearly two-thirds were built before 1980, so original plumbing is common.

Our Steps

1. Inspect. Moisture meters and thermal imaging find wet areas.
2. Contain. Plastic barriers and negative air pressure protect the rest of the house.
3. Remove. Moldy drywall, insulation and flooring are bagged and removed.
4. Clean. Remaining framing and surfaces are HEPA-vacuumed and wiped.
5. Dry. Equipment runs until materials are back to normal.
6. Rebuild. After the leak is fixed and readings are normal.

Small Jobs and Prevention

The EPA says homeowners can usually tackle mold covering less than about 10 square feet, wearing an N-95 respirator, gloves and goggles. Scrub hard surfaces with detergent and water and dry them fully. Absorbent materials like ceiling tiles and carpet may need to go.

To prevent mold, EPA recommends drying water-damaged materials within 24 to 48 hours and keeping indoor humidity below 60 percent, ideally between 30 and 50.

A sudden line break is a different job from mold; see San Bernardino burst pipe repair. Visit water damage help for San Bernardino for the full list.