Fungal colonization begins within 24 to 48 hours of flooding, requiring immediate photographic evidence for claim approval

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Mold begins growing within 24 to 48 hours after a flood, which is why immediate cause-of-loss documentation and photographic evidence sequencing are critical to securing your insurance claim approval