The Modern Rules of Mold Removal
Mold is a fungus that grows in areas with a lot of moisture. It can be found inside your home and outside. There are thousands of mold species on earth, most of which are harmless. However, certain species of mold can be toxic for humans, and if they infest your home, you need to get rid of them as soon as you can as they cause various diseases. Mold removal is challenging; you must follow specific methods to eliminate it.
Here we give you an overview of proper mold removal techniques.
Identifying the mold problem
The first step in dealing with the mold issue in your home is to identify whether you have a mold problem—the easiest way to determine if there is mold in your home is to look for its musty smell. If you notice that smell and can't see anything, look for mold behind the sinks, under the carpets, and other places where it is dark and damp. If you notice a black and dark green growth in such areas, you must call mold removal services.
Assessing the mold problem
Once you call the mold damage removal services, they will first assess the extent of mold spread in your home. They will do a visual assessment using Fiber-optic borescopes. After that, they will take moisture level tests. The team will determine the extent of the mold in your home before taking further steps.
Mold sampling
Once the mold removal team determines the extent of mold spread, they will take samples and send them to the lab for testing. The piece must be sent to a lab accredited under the American Industrial Hygiene Association Environmental Microbiology Proficiency Analytical Testing program.
Application
Once the results arrive, and the type of mold is determined, further action for eliminating them can be executed. It is always recommended to leave the removal process to the professionals. They have the training experience and tools to eradicate mold from your home. The team takes the following step for mold removal in your home:
- Add polyethylene sheeting to contain and separate mold-infested areas in your home.
- Wear protective gear such as a PPE kit to protect themselves against infection or disease. If the mold case is severe, several types of equipment are used. Also, you need to stay out of the home during the process to protect yourself.
- Remove the mold from all the affected areas using tools like HEPA-filtered vacuums.
- Seal the removed mold and material in 6-mil polyethylene bags and dispose of them correctly.
- After removal, the team will also clean the area with damp wiping to ensure your home is safe.
About Us
Mold is a serious issue, one for which you should trust none but professionals with years of experience in mold remediation and removal. Environmental 911 is there to help restore your property to its previous state! Founded in 1999, we have been helping residents of California restore their homes struck by any natural or human disasters. Our services include asbestos and lead abatement, mold and fungus removal, and water extraction. You can reach us at (626) 316-6651 or fill out our contact form.
