Some situations can’t wait until Monday. Whether you’re dealing with a burst pipe flooding your property, mold discovered during an urgent renovation, or asbestos unexpectedly disturbed during construction, certain situations require immediate professional response to prevent further damage, protect health, and minimize costs.
MoldRx offers emergency services for water damage restoration, mold removal, and asbestos removal when urgent response is critical. Our vetted emergency response professionals understand that time-sensitive situations require fast action, clear communication, and experienced hands on-site as quickly as possible.
? Emergency services are not always available. Availability depends on current demand and specialist scheduling. If you have an urgent situation, call +1 (888) 609-8907 immediately to check current availability and discuss your options.
Emergency Services We Offer
Emergency Water Damage Restoration
Water damage is the most time-sensitive emergency we handle. Every hour water sits, it spreads further, soaks deeper into materials, and increases the likelihood of mold growth and structural damage. Emergency water damage restoration response focuses on stopping the source, extracting standing water, and beginning the drying process as quickly as possible to minimize total damage.
- Burst pipes and plumbing failures – Broken supply lines can release hundreds of gallons per hour. Learn about Hidden Water Leaks.
- Appliance malfunctions – Water heater failures, washing machine overflows, dishwasher leaks
- Sewage backups – Category 3 water requiring immediate extraction and sanitization
- Storm damage and flooding – Roof leaks, foundation breaches, and flash flooding
- Sprinkler system discharges – Fire sprinkler activations causing widespread water damage
Emergency Mold Removal
While most mold situations can be scheduled, some require urgent response—particularly when occupant health is at immediate risk, when mold is discovered mid-project and work cannot proceed, or when contamination is spreading rapidly. Emergency mold removal prioritizes containment to stop the spread and protect building occupants.
- Severe health reactions – Occupants experiencing significant symptoms requiring immediate environmental intervention
- Mold discovered during renovation – Construction projects halted due to unexpected mold finds
- Rapidly spreading contamination – Active water intrusion feeding aggressive mold growth
- Commercial operations affected – Business closures or tenant displacement requiring fast resolution
- Real estate transaction deadlines – Closings at risk due to mold discovered during final walkthrough
Emergency Asbestos Removal
Asbestos emergencies typically occur when materials are unexpectedly disturbed during construction or demolition, or when damaged materials are actively releasing fibers. Emergency asbestos removal response focuses on immediate containment, air monitoring, and preventing further exposure while developing a full abatement plan.
- Accidental disturbance during construction – Workers unknowingly cut, drilled, or demolished asbestos-containing materials
- Fire or storm damage to ACMs – Damaged asbestos materials releasing fibers into occupied spaces
- Regulatory stop-work orders – Projects halted by inspectors requiring immediate asbestos abatement
- HVAC contamination – Asbestos fibers introduced into air handling systems
- Tenant or occupant exposure incidents – Situations requiring immediate containment and air quality assessment
What Makes a Situation an Emergency?
Not every urgent-feeling situation is a true emergency. Here’s how to determine whether your situation requires emergency response:
True Emergencies
- Active water intrusion – Water is currently entering or standing in your property
- Immediate health risk – Occupants are experiencing severe symptoms or known hazardous exposure has occurred
- Contamination is spreading – The problem is actively getting worse hour by hour
- Property is uninhabitable – Occupants cannot safely remain in the building
- Work stoppage with significant costs – Construction projects or business operations halted with mounting losses
- Regulatory deadline – Government orders requiring immediate action
Urgent But Schedulable
- Water damage that’s been dried – The immediate crisis is over but remediation is needed soon
- Mold discovered but contained – Growth exists but isn’t spreading or causing immediate health effects
- Asbestos identified but undisturbed – Materials contain asbestos but aren’t damaged or being disturbed
- Pre-renovation testing needed – Testing required before planned work can proceed
- Real estate transactions with reasonable timelines – Closings scheduled weeks out rather than days
If you’re unsure whether your situation qualifies as an emergency, call us. We’ll help you assess the urgency and determine the best response—whether that’s immediate dispatch or scheduling priority service.
What to Expect from Emergency Response
When emergency services are available and your situation qualifies, here’s what happens:
- Immediate Phone Assessment
We gather critical information about your situation—what happened, what’s currently happening, who’s affected, and what immediate risks exist - Availability Confirmation
We check current emergency availability and provide honest information about response timing. If emergency response isn’t available, we discuss alternatives - Rapid Dispatch
When available, emergency response professionals are dispatched to your location as quickly as possible with appropriate equipment for your situation - On-Site Stabilization
The immediate focus is stopping the problem from getting worse—extracting water, establishing containment, or securing hazardous materials - Assessment & Communication
Once the situation is stabilized, you receive a clear assessment of the damage, what’s needed to fully resolve it, and options for proceeding - Continued Response or Scheduled Follow-Up
Depending on the situation, work may continue immediately or transition to scheduled service once the emergency is controlled
Why Emergency Response Matters
Water Damage Gets Exponentially Worse
In the first hour, water spreads across floors and wicks into walls. Within 24 hours, drywall swells, wood begins warping, and moisture reaches insulation. By 48 hours, mold growth typically begins. Within a week, structural damage accelerates and restoration costs can double or triple. Fast response dramatically reduces total damage and cost.
Mold Spreads When Conditions Allow
Active water intrusion feeding mold growth creates rapidly worsening contamination. Each day of delay means more affected materials, more airborne spores, and more health exposure for occupants. Emergency containment stops the spread while full remediation is planned. Learn about How Fast Does Mold Grow After Water Damage.
Asbestos Exposure Happens in Moments
When asbestos materials are disturbed, fiber release happens immediately. Every minute of continued disturbance or air circulation spreads contamination further. Emergency response focuses on stopping exposure, containing affected areas, and preventing fibers from reaching clean spaces or HVAC systems.
Before You Call: Immediate Steps You Can Take
While waiting for professional help, these steps can help minimize damage and protect safety:
For Water Damage
- Stop the water source if possible and safe (shut off main water valve, turn off appliance)
- Turn off electricity to affected areas if water is near outlets or electrical panels
- Move valuable items and furniture away from standing water
- Do not use household vacuums on water—they’re not designed for it and create electrical hazards
- Open windows for ventilation if weather permits
For Mold Emergencies
- Stop any water intrusion feeding the mold growth
- Do not disturb visible mold—touching or scrubbing releases spores
- Turn off HVAC systems to prevent spreading spores throughout the building
- Close doors to isolate affected areas from the rest of the property
- If experiencing health symptoms, leave the affected area
For Asbestos Emergencies
- Stop all work immediately—do not continue disturbing materials
- Evacuate the immediate area and restrict access
- Turn off HVAC systems to prevent fiber circulation
- Do not attempt to clean up debris—this spreads fibers further
- Leave the area sealed until professionals arrive
⚠️ Safety first. Never put yourself at risk to minimize property damage. If there’s any question about electrical hazards, structural stability, or hazardous material exposure, evacuate and wait for professionals.
Check Emergency Availability Now
If you’re facing an urgent situation involving water damage, mold, or asbestos, don’t wait to find out if help is available.
Call +1 (888) 609-8907 now. We’ll assess your situation, check current emergency availability, and help you determine the best path forward—whether that’s immediate emergency dispatch, priority scheduling, or guidance on steps you can take right now.
Emergency services are subject to availability. If emergency response isn’t currently available for your situation, we’ll be honest about timing and help you explore alternatives. Either way, you’ll talk to a real person who can help you understand your options.