Water damage in a property can result in not only primary but also secondary damages. Among the latter, mold growth is one of the most common issues that flood cleanup professionals encounter. Mold spores thrive in moist environments, which makes areas affected by water damage particularly prone to mold growth.

Mold is not just unsightly; it can also cause health problems, especially for people with allergies or weakened immune systems. Moreover, some types of molds produce mycotoxins, which are toxic substances that may have long-term health effects over time.

That's why detailed evaluation and remediation of mold growth or other secondary damages from water is essential following a flood event. Here are some steps that professional flood cleanup companies take to address these issues:

1) Inspection: The first step is to assess the extent of mold growth and any other damages caused by water intrusion. This may involve taking moisture readings and air samples to identify hidden pockets of moisture behind walls or under floors.

2) Remediation Plan: Once the inspection is complete, a remediation plan will be developed based on the severity and extent of damage observed during inspection.

3) Removal & Cleaning: Any materials that show signs of visible mold will need to be removed immediately - this might include drywall, insulation etc - followed by thorough cleaning process aimed at removal/reduction all traces left behind.

4) Antimicrobial Treatment/Fogging- To ensure all microbes including fungi/molds are neutralised possible porous surfaces sprayed using disinfectants like hydrogen peroxide/vinegar etc else non porous surfaces undergo fogging using disinfectant specialized machines designed for sterilization purposes alone wherever areas inaccessible easily otherwise UV lights/Heat treatments done as alternatives where applicable..

5) Drying & Restoration- After cleaning up all potential causes such as molds/fungi present post infected compounds there should be enough time left until opening up areas sealed prior preparations, ensure that air movers and dehumidifiers are used to eliminate any residual excess moisture present in the environment to inhibit growth of further microorganisms.

In conclusion, detailed evaluation and remediation of mold growth or other secondary damages from water is a critical aspect of flood cleanup work. Identifying possible case scenarios as those mentioned earlier above with subsequent execution reduce health risks at home thereby ensuring it remains safe for inhabitants. By following these steps listed herein carefully by professionals using professional equipment and expertise, homeowners can restore their properties safely without having to worry about long-term damage caused by floods alongside its side effects down the lane along if not timely fixed before causing much havoc around our daily lifestyle routines.