Mold Remediation

Mold Mitigation & Remediation

Certain types of mold may present concerns for your health, as can excessive amounts of any mold.  Because mold can result from water damage, it is important to have any water damage extracted and cleaned promptly by a professional.  Signs that could indicate the presence of biological growth and damage may include: 

  • Visible evidence of mold growth on walls, ceiling, etc.
  • The presence of  strong, musty odors.
  • Any signs of moisture damage in the past that may have caused undetected mold growth.
  • An excess of humidity.

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Fire Damage

The Behavior of Smoke

Because of the unique way in which smoke behaves, a loss due to fire can result in complex damages.  If you have experienced such a loss, a trained professional is necessary to determine what damage may have occured to building materials and contents as a result of fire, heat, smoke, and moisture.

An experienced fire restoration professional understands the way in which smoke may penetrate deep within a structure, filling hidden cavities and causing damage and odor which may not be visible to a surface inspection.  Their understanding of building systems helps them determine the extent in which smoke damage may have spread.

Here are some other facts that you may not know about smoke: (more…)

Water Damage

Water Removal

Water damage can occur at any hour of the day.  Certified Indoor Air Professionals are available around-the-clock with the equipment and experience necessary to handle whatever situation may arise by safely drying, deodorizing and disinfecting areas affected by flooding or water damage. (more…)

New Findings on Toxic Mold Help Clear the Air

Tuesday, January 27, 2009 by: Kathlyn Stone, citizen journalist
(NaturalNews) Mold toxins in buildings damaged by moisture are much more prevalent and more potent than previously thought, according to new international research from Lund University in Sweden. Scientific research concerning toxic mold has broad implications for not only patients with respiratory illnesses but also U.S. home sellers, building contractors, trial lawyers and insurance companies.

Researchers in the university’s medical microbiology lab analyzed dust and material samples from buildings damaged by mold using mass spectrometry. The 167 samples studied came from numerous sources, including some buildings flooded in New Orleans during Hurricane Katrina. They found that 67 percent of all of the samples contained at least one mold toxin.

“Previously it was claimed that the occurrence of mold does not necessarily mean that there are toxins present. But they are! (more…)

Should You Be Concerned About Black Mold in Your Home?

There are certain things that make a home quite inviting then there are things that make you wish you were as far away from the home as possible. Or, at the very least, they will make you want to greatly alter your approach to taking care of the home. One such “creature” that can make living in or selling a home somewhat difficult is the presence of mold, more commonly referred to as “black” or “toxic” mold.  Is “Black’ mold the only form of mold to be concerned about? 

There are thousands of species of mold.  Simply because one species may be “black” in color, does not mean that it is “toxic.” The only way to truly determine the species of mold is under a microscope, through laboratory testing.  Mold is a living microscopic organism that can start to grow on wet surfaces within 48-72 hours.  Whether it’s black, white, green, or orange in color is not the issue.  The key is, if you see it gowing indoors, then steps should be taken to remove any porous materials (such as sheetrock), or to clean the hard surfaces (vinyl, tile, etc.) using an approved disinfectant cleaner.  However, special care should be taken to protect oneself and other areas from cross-contamination when performing any work in an affected area. 

Any type of mold is not the healthiest thing to be exposed to indoors, but especially not any molds considered to be “toxic” to humans. There have been reports over the years of respiratory problems that can develop when one does not take the proper steps to remove toxic mold from a household. Of course, in order to remove the mold you have to know where it is hiding. While mold can be tough to spot at times, it usually hides in a few common spots. That is why having a little knowledge of what these hiding places generally are is well worth exploring. (more…)

Water Damage Prevention Before it Costs You Money.

One small water leak can create a huge amount of damage to your home, and often it goes undetected, and by then it is too late and you are up for costly repairs. Damage to ceilings, carpets, walls can be costly to repair. You would be surprised to know that even a minor repair could cost you a few thousand dollars.

As homeowners, you should always take precautions to reduce the chance of water damage to your homes. Here we will show you a few simple steps: (more…)

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