Restoration firms for drying and mould removal.
Burlington's water damage history is tied to the July 2023 flood. On July 12, Public Works staff found a break in the sewer line under the Winooski River that carries east-side New North End wastewater to the North Plant, and the mayor said it was believed to be caused by scouring from extreme stormwater conditions in the river, or possibly by large debris. Across the state, the National Weather Service described catastrophic flash and river flooding. For you, the timing matters: Vermont's Department of Health says wet materials should be cleaned and dried within 48 hours after flooding, and that mold needs moisture to grow. When you hire, ask how the crew will dry the space, remove moldy items and find the source of the water. The Department also says testing for mold after a flood is not necessary or recommended, so ask why a company wants to test before it explains the work. If plumbing repairs are part of the job, ask who holds the licence and who pulls the permit.
Open around the clock, every day, the family-owned firm handles mould remediation and water damage restoration, along with fire and smoke damage and asbestos work. It serves Burlington, Williston, Fairfax and Colchester.
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In the July 2023 flood, Burlington's Public Works staff found a break on July 12 in the sewer line under the Winooski River that carries east-side New North End wastewater to the North Plant. The mayor said it was believed to be caused by scouring from extreme stormwater conditions in the river, or possibly by large debris.
The National Weather Service Burlington summary of the 10-11 July 2023 Vermont flood describes catastrophic flash and river flooding across much of the state. Damage was greatest in the central part of the state, including Barre and Montpelier, where much of downtown Montpelier was inundated by the Winooski River and its tributaries.
National Weather Service Burlington (source, opens in a new tab)
Ask how fast they will start drying: Health Canada says a home dried within 48 hours is less likely to grow mould.
Health Canada suggests professional help for extensive mould, meaning a patch larger than 3 m².
Get written quotes from at least three contractors for the same work, and check references from recent clients.
Vermont's Department of Health says testing for mold after a flood is not necessary or recommended. Whatever kind or amount is present, the steps are the same: remove moldy items, dry out the space, and fix the source of the water. Ask any company that insists on testing to explain why. Vermont Department of Health (source, opens in a new tab)
Vermont's Department of Health says wet materials should be cleaned and dried within 48 hours after flooding, and indoor relative humidity kept between 40 and 60%. Ask a company how soon it can start and how it will measure that the space is drying. Vermont Department of Health (source, opens in a new tab)
The Vermont Department of Health says you may be able to clean up a moldy area under 10 square feet yourself. Mold needs moisture to grow, so the source of the water has to be fixed too. For larger areas, get written quotes that describe the scope of work. Vermont Department of Health (source, opens in a new tab)
In Burlington, plumbing work on public buildings, including rental single-family homes, requires a plumbing licence. In an owner-occupied single-family home where you live, you may do your own plumbing, but you must get the permit, pass inspection and follow state and local codes. City of Burlington (source, opens in a new tab)