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Mold remediation & removal

Mold Remediation & Removal in Des Moines, IA

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What does mold remediation involve?

Mold remediation means finding and stopping the moisture, isolating the affected area, removing contaminated porous materials, and cleaning and drying what stays. Elite Restoration Services of Iowa, an IICRC Certified Firm, does this for homes and businesses across the Des Moines metro, starting with a free on-site inspection. Call 515-216-4293, answered 24/7.

Signs you may have a mold problem

Not every spot is a big job, but these are worth a closer look.

  • A musty smell in a basement, closet or crawlspace
  • Spots or staining on drywall, ceilings, baseboards or window frames
  • Peeling paint or bubbling on walls near plumbing
  • Growth on stored items, boxes or furniture in the basement
  • A past leak or water event that was never fully dried
  • Condensation that keeps coming back on windows or ducts

How we handle mold remediation

The industry standard is the IICRC S520. Elite is an IICRC Certified Firm, and we have an IICRC Triple Master on staff. Every job starts with the moisture.

  1. Free inspection

    We look at the visible growth and, just as important, look for the moisture feeding it: a leak, a wet basement wall, poor bathroom or attic ventilation.

  2. Find and stop the moisture

    Mold returns when the water does, so the source has to be fixed first or alongside the remediation. If a plumber or roofer is needed, we tell you.

  3. Isolate the area

    The IICRC S520 industry standard describes isolating the affected area. Containment and HEPA air filtration are commonly used so spores are not spread to clean rooms.

  4. Remove contaminated porous materials

    Moldy drywall, insulation, carpet pad and similar materials generally come out. You get the reason for each item before it is removed.

  5. Clean and dry what stays

    Remaining surfaces are cleaned and the area is dried so growth does not restart.

  6. Hand over the file

    Photos and a written scope go to you, your adjuster if there is a claim, and the repair contractor you choose. Some owners choose independent post-remediation testing; that is your call.

Seeing or smelling mold?

Call any hour. The on-site inspection is free, with no obligation, within our service area.

Call 515-216-4293 Request a free inspection

Free, no-obligation inspection within our service area. Work is billed only if you approve it in a signed work authorization.

Where mold shows up in Des Moines-area homes

These are common places, based on Central Iowa weather and housing. They are general, not a statement about any one property.

Mold and insurance

Coverage varies. Mold that follows a sudden, covered water loss is often treated differently from mold from long-term humidity or slow leaks. Here is the usual order when there is a claim.

  1. Make the area safe and stop the source

    Shut off the water or wait for the fire department to release the building. Call 911 first for any fire, gas smell or electrical danger.

  2. Call your insurance company

    Opening the claim early lets you ask what your carrier needs from you. Only your policy and adjuster can say what is covered.

  3. Call Elite for a free inspection

    Our phone is answered 24/7. We look at what got wet or smoke-damaged and explain what it needs before any work is authorized.

  4. Document as we go

    Photos, moisture readings and a written scope are kept for the job, which is the record your adjuster reviews.

  5. Pick your repair contractor

    Once mitigation is done, the file goes to the contractor you choose.

You choose who does your repairs

Elite handles the emergency side: stopping further damage, drying and cleaning, and documenting the job. When it is time to rebuild, the choice of contractor is yours. Our photos, moisture logs and scope go to whichever contractor you pick, so nobody has to start from scratch.

  • You are never required to use any particular repair contractor
  • Your documentation goes with you: photos, moisture logs and a written scope
  • Work is billed only if you approve it in a signed work authorization
  • We're not a public adjuster, so we don't negotiate or settle claims

Mold remediation across the Des Moines metro

Our office is at 751 NE 46th Ave in Des Moines, and we serve homes and businesses across the metro and Central Iowa. Commercial buildings can also request a free pre-loss walkthrough.

Straight answers

Mold remediation: questions people ask us

Don't see yours? Call 515-216-4293 any hour and ask.

How fast does mold grow after water damage?

The EPA says mold can begin growing on damp materials within 24 to 48 hours. That is why wet materials should be dried or removed quickly.

Can I clean small mold spots myself?

The EPA says small areas, less than about 10 square feet, can often be cleaned by a homeowner. Growth on drywall, wood or insulation, or larger areas, is better handled professionally.

Is black mold more dangerous than other mold?

Color does not tell you the species or the risk. Indoor mold growth should be removed safely and the moisture fixed. If someone in the home has health concerns, talk to their doctor.

Will mold come back after remediation?

It can if the moisture comes back, which is why the water source has to be found and fixed.

Does insurance cover mold?

Coverage varies a lot. Mold from a sudden covered water loss is often treated differently from mold caused by long-term humidity or leaks. Only your policy and adjuster can answer that.

What is the difference between mold removal and mold remediation?

People use both words. Remediation is the fuller job: stopping the moisture, isolating the area, removing contaminated materials and cleaning what stays, so the problem does not simply return.

Do I have to use you for the repairs afterward?

No. You choose who does your repairs, and we hand over our photos and scope to that contractor.

Is the inspection free?

Yes, within our service area, with no obligation. Work is billed only if you approve it in a signed work authorization.

Elite Restoration Services of Iowa, LLC and M&B Contractor Services LLC have the same owners. If you need repairs or rebuilding after mitigation, M&B is one option, but you are never required to use M&B. You are free to choose any contractor, and your choice will not affect the mitigation services Elite provides. We share your information with M&B only with your permission.

About Elite Restoration Services of Iowa

Elite Restoration Services of Iowa, LLC is a locally owned, independent restoration company at 751 NE 46th Ave, Des Moines, Iowa 50313, offering water, fire and smoke, mold, storm and sewage damage restoration. It has been fully operating since February 2026. Elite is an IICRC Certified Firm, BBB A+ accredited and Iowa registered contractor #C151765. Phone 515-216-4293, answered 24/7.

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Elite Restoration Services of Iowa, LLC and M&B Contractor Services LLC have the same owners. If you need repairs or rebuilding after mitigation, M&B is one option, but you are never required to use M&B. You are free to choose any contractor, and your choice will not affect the mitigation services Elite provides. We share your information with M&B only with your permission.

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