Mold is a stealthy adversary. It's present nearly everywhere, yet is rarely seen...
While it can remain dormant for months, even years, without being noticed, when conditions are right it can grow with amazing speed, causing potential health concerns for some people.
As a leading mold remediation company for commercial and institutional buildings, we often are asked to describe our remediation processes. While every situation is unique, the following describes a typical remediation process:
Assessment Process
If mold spores are resting on a food source (organic material such as drywall paper, ceiling tiles, etc) they can grow rapidly once moisture is introduced. Seemingly overnight, you can notice a scent that initiates a mold assessment call.
Since moisture is required for mold growth, our inspection may utilize high-tech, infrared cameras and moisture meters to identify potential areas of growth.
Remediation Process
If suspect mold is found, we rely on an independent industrial hygienist (IH) to conduct testing and to write protocols for remediation, avoiding any potential conflict of interest between testing and remediation. We work very closely with the IH throughout the entire process, which can include the following steps:
Identification of affected and suspect areas of contamination.
Identification and correction of moisture sources.
Testing of air/surface areas, followed by issuance of an analytical report and protocols which are reviewed and discussed by Woodard and the IH.
Establishment of containment areas at the start of remediation. We typically generate negative air pressure, which ensures that no spores escape the work area. We utilize HEPA air scrubbers within the containment area to capture mold spores, guarding against cross-contamination.
Remediation of the area, using well-trained mold remediation technicians who are outfitted with appropriate personal protective equipment. We remove affected non-salvageable materials in the prescribed manner, using EPA-registered biocide agents and HEPA vacuums within the containment area to kill and remove mold spores.
The IH will test again once remediation is completed, generating a report detailing how the remediation goals were met.
Removal of containment walls once the area passes testing.
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While it can remain dormant for months, even years, without being noticed, when conditions are right it can grow with amazing speed, causing potential health concerns for some people.
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