Westwego is a small city on the west bank of Jefferson Parish, one of the older west bank communities with housing stock ranging from pre-war bungalows to 1970s ranch-style construction. Older homes in Westwego present specific mold challenges: original construction used materials more susceptible to moisture damage than modern equivalents, and they lack the vapor barriers and housewraps that newer construction incorporates.

Wood framing that has experienced decades of moisture cycling, lathe-and-plaster walls that hold moisture once wet, and aging plumbing with slow leaks behind walls — these are the conditions that create long-term mold problems in Westwego’s older homes. By the time mold is visible or odors develop, the affected area is often significantly larger than it appears.

Remediation in Older Westwego Homes

Big Easy Mold Removal has experience with the specific construction characteristics of older West Bank homes. We understand how these buildings were built, where moisture typically accumulates, and how to remediate thoroughly without unnecessary demolition. Call (504) 949-4925 for a free assessment.