mold remediation Articles
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Why a Mold Inspection before Remediation is Always a Good Idea
There are several important reasons why Indoor Environmental Technologies, Inc. (IET), and published industry standards, recommend that a mold inspection be performed by a separate company prior to starting mold remediation. In fact, many of the better remediation contractors in Florida will not start a remediation project without a mold protocol in hand. Consider the following four reasons: 1. ...
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Wet Ice Blasting for Mold Remediation vs Dry Ice Blasting
Before we discuss the use of wet ice and/or dry ice blasting in the mold remediation process we need to provide a simple explanation of the difference between mold removal and mold remediation. If you own a company that provides mold remediation some of today’s post will be old hat; but for those reading who are just learning, we need to first start with understanding what “mold ...
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Drawing the Line between Water Damage Restoration and Mold Remediation
Background of Water and Mold Damage In recent years, many insurance policies have instituted limits or caps on the amount that will be paid for “mold or microbial damage.” Often, what constitutes microbial damage is defined poorly, if at all, in the policy. Meanwhile, the funds available for water damage restoration are generally not separately capped, and are available up to policy ...
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Texas Mold Inspections by Texas Licensed Mold Consultant with No Conflict of Interest
Texas Mold Inspections and Mold Remediation Many Texas Mold Assessment Consultants also do mold remediation. The Texas regulations on Licensed Mold Consultants do not prevent mold inspections and mold remediation being performed by the same organization. Clearly, this is a conflict of interest. Mold Remediation is far more lucrative than mold inspections in most cases. It is clear that most ...
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A Brief Guide to Mold in the Workplace
OSHA Provides Guidelines on Mold Allergy Symptoms, Mold Prevention, and Mold Clean Up Steps If you are an office building owner, facility manager, or mold remediation professional you should use the link below to read an excellent, thorough article provided by the Occupational Health and Safety Administration (OSHA). Sick building syndrome and mold allergy symptoms are not isolated to office ...
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Mold In Schools and What to Do
Based on the EPA guidelines for mold remediation in schools and commercial buildings Mold allergies can be a serious problem when there is hidden mold. When this happens at schools, the health of our children is at risk. Every year there are news stories about health problems for students and teachers that are believed to be caused by mold. Improper maintenance and infrequent inspections at ...
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Mold Remediation Guidance For Indoor Environment
Remediation contractors are generally very conscientious, trying hard to bring each project to a condition where it will pass “clearance testing” (the Post-Remediation Verification [PRV] inspection) on the first try. Sometimes the cleaning attempts are unsuccessful. This will certainly cost the contractor additional cleaning time and therefore money, and it may damage their ...
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Louisiana State Mold Laws
The Louisiana State law requires landlords to maintain the rental property so it is safe and liveable with adequate heat, water, and electricity. Although there are no specific state laws in Louisiana regarding mold specifically, a rental property needs to be free of hazards. This includes lead, asbestos, and mold. If there are fundamental recurring mold issues, you are within your rights to ...
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Black Mold Symptoms – Know the Enemy
Black mold symptoms are nothing to play around with. Black mold can be extremely dangerous, and it can cause a wide range of symptoms, varying in severity. Some are easy to deal with and more of an annoyance than anything else. Others can be debilitating and potentially life threatening. If you think your home or business may have a black mold problem but can’t locate the source of it, you ...
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InfoGraphic – DIY vs Pro Mold Removal and Prevention
Submitted by Our Friends at 1800WaterDamage.com Are you thinking about tackling your own household mold problem all by yourself? It can’t be that difficult, right? After all, why spend the extra money to have a professional mold remediation company clean up your mold problem when all it takes is a bucket of bleach and some scrub brushes? Well, removing mold and preventing ...
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Northern Gulf Coast Government Building case study
Client: Federal Courthouse Location: Northern Gulf Coast Completion: Sept 2005 thru Dec 2005 Corrections Cost: $4 Million+ Key Project Team: Timothy Toburen, Don Brewer IET worked with two different restoration and remediation contractors to develop procedures allowing efficient water damage restoration and mold remediation to be performed on 8-story and 2-story federal courthouse buildings ...
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The advantages of working with EnviroVantage
Asbestos in the walls and mushrooms in the carpet are among the interesting things Frank Ronan has discovered and abated with EnviroVantage, the environmental cleanup company in Epping. Mold remediation is something that has kept the 24-year-old company extra busy over the past couple of years, as parts of New Hampshire have experienced severe flooding.“It was brutal,” Ronan says. “Before we see ...
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Mold remediation resulting from Hurricane Katrina case study
Service performed: Mold remediation Summary: To address water and mold damage incurred as result of Hurricane Katrina hitting the Mississippi coastal areas in 2005, EFI Global performed mold investigation, surveying, and remediation services at one of the nation’s leading facilities for the design, engineering, construction, and life cycle support of major surface ships for the U.S. Navy, ...
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After the Flood – Mold Prevention and Mold Remediation
How to Prevent Mold after a Flood & Water Damage Whether it is a leaky roof, a broken pipe, or a flood there are steps you can take to prevent—or minimize—the mold growth. The first step is to determine if the water came from a sewer or flood involving sewage—If it could be sewage then bacteria, as well as mold may be involved. Regardless of the source—sanitary ...
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How To Safely Remove Moldy Drywall and Kill Black Mold
This video gives good, step by step instructions on how to safely remove mold damaged drywall in a way that minimizes the spread of mold spores and protects your health. With over 1M views, this video is certainly one of the most popular for providing moldy drywall removal tips. Note: For large moldy drywall jobs, we recommend that you contact a mold remediation professional to ensure the moldy ...
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How to Apply our Mold Prevention Spray in Large Areas
Non-toxic. Zero VOCs. Tips to improve results for residential or commercial mold prevention. For large application areas, Endurance BioBarrier Mold Prevention Spray is available in 1 gallon jugs via our Online Shop and in 5 gallon buckets and larger sizes for mold remediation contractors. This article and video briefly describe how to apply our long lasting mold preventative in large areas. ...
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How to Remove Mold from an Attic
Suggestions For How To Find Roof Leaks and Improve Attic Ventilation If you discover mold in your attic, then you can bet it is caused by either a roof leak or excess moisture caused by insufficient attic ventilation. Roof leaks. We recommend that you consult with a professional roofing company to identify and repair a leaky roof. Insufficient attic ventilation. Here are some common ...
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Why Mold containment is important
The first question a person will have after the discovery of mold in their home or business is whether or not the mold is toxic. Many molds are not, but others are. It’s vital to know what you’re dealing with so that you and a mold professional can respond quickly and effectively. In all cases, containing mold is important, but when the mold is toxic, the stakes are raised ...
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Air Antimicrobial System Case Study
In 2014, after complaints from residents of a 11 story residential building located in Toronto, a mold & bacteria analysis was performed with initial results showing extensive airborne and surface bacillus bacteria (e.coli) within in the HVAC & the 5th floor. Three days after the installation of the Green Pure Air system to the buildings air handler, analysis detected no signs of bacillus ...
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What Temperature Does Mold Grow in a House?
Mold is a dangerous contaminant. It not only affects your health and that of your loved ones, but it can significantly lower the value of your property. Therefore, if you notice any signs of mold, you should immediately get rid of it. But, there are some preventative measures that homeowners can take to prevent this contaminant from growing in their houses. These include keeping their homes ...
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