How fast can mold start after a pipe bursts?

FAQ: How fast can mold start after a pipe bursts?

Mold can start growing in as little as 24 to 48 hours after water hits drywall, flooring, or framing.

That means if a pipe bursts in your home—even a small one—and water isn't dried out fast, you’re at risk. Mold spores are always around us in the air. All they need is moisture and something to grow on.

Once mold takes hold:

• It damages materials like wood, carpet, and insulation

• It can affect your indoor air quality

• And it becomes a whole separate problem that’s more expensive to fix

We’ve seen it happen often in basements and behind walls—homeowners wait to see if it’ll dry on its own. But by then, it’s too late.

What we do:
At Total Home Water Restoration, we don’t just clean up the water. We dry your home fast, using commercial-grade equipment that pulls moisture from hidden places—inside walls, under floors, and in the air.

Fast drying = fewer problems. It’s that simple.

If a pipe burst in your home, don’t wait. We’ll inspect it for free and give you a straight answer on whether you’re at risk for mold.

Serving Grove City and Surrounding Areas:
Columbus, Hilliard, Galloway, Westerville, Dublin, Worthington, New Albany, Upper Arlington, Reynoldsburg, and Pickerington

Contact Total Home Water Restoration

• Address: 4141 Hoover Rd, Grove City, OH 43123

• Phone: 380-246-1837