Air Technology We Get the Mold Out!    If mold is in your home, what is the best step? ANSWER: 4 step Estimate 1. ASSESSMENT: In depth "pre-remediation" evaluation of the infected area to identify the cause of the mold. 2. PREPARATION OF YOUR HOME: A. Containment and isolation of the infected area to prevent spread of mold spores to other areas of your home. B. Containment is setup with negative air pressure; this is the MOST IMPORTANT PRECAUTION TO REMOVING MOLD, by preventing the spread of mold spores during work. 3. CLEAN YOUR HOME: Remove the source of contamination, dry, HEPA vacuum and sanitize non-porous materials and surfaces. 4. AFTER THE PROJECT: Follow-up with a certificate of completion and consultation on prevention steps. ------------------------------------------------- Air Technology utilizes state-of-the-art equipment including portable scrubbers, digital measurement devices and HEPA vacuums to ensure thorough mold remediation or clean-up. HEPA is an acronym for "high efficiency particulate arresting". HEPA units effectively remove 99.97 of all pollen, dust, mold spores, dust mites, bacteria, and animal or bird dander that pass through the filter. Who will treat mold in your home? Air Tech Professionals have over ten years of experience. Specialized crews will clean your home.  Indoor Air Quality Association certified personnel are involved on every project.  Air Technology also has on staff an IAQA Certified Microbial Remediator, a designation attained through education at IAQ Training out of Pennsylvania, and certified by the IAQ Council. ------------------------------------------------- Our services include: * A Project Manager to ensure your home is professionally remediated. * Proper disposal of all mold-contaminated materials. * HVAC Hygienic Cleaning (additional fee applies) What we do is more than just clean your air ducts. Your HVAC system is more than just the ducts that you see. We clean your registers and returns, the duct work, and the air handler. To take it to the next level of clean, we then disinfect the system. We ensure that when we are done, your system truly is clean. ------------------------------------------------- What Else Should I Know? A typical home remediation project includes: * Lab work-up * Job scope and estimate * Mold removal and treatment * Post project testing The Key Is Moisture Control When mold spores land on a damp spot indoors, they can begin growing at a rapid rate. Molds can grow almost anywhere -- on wood, paper, carpets, and foods. When excessive moisture or water accumulates indoors, mold growth will often occur, particularly if the moisture problem remains undiscovered or unaddressed. There is no practical way to eliminate all mold and mold spores in the indoor environment. According to the Environmental Protection Agency the way to control indoor mold growth is to control moisture. If you have a mold problem in your home, here are some basic mold cleanup tips: 1. The key to mold control is moisture control. 2. It is important to dry water damaged areas and items within 24-48 hours to prevent mold growth. 3. If mold is a problem in your home, clean up the mold and get rid of the excess water or moisture. Fix leaky plumbing or other sources of water. 4. If the mold growth covers more than 10 square feet, then a professional should be consulted. 5. Wash mold off hard surfaces with detergent and water, and dry completely. 6. Absorbent materials (such as ceiling tiles & carpet) that become moldy may have to be replaced. Keep in mind that toxic molds need to be handled by professionals. If you suspect toxic mold, get out of the house immediately and have it professionally tested. Your health could be at risk. For additional information on molds, please refer to the collected Internet links. http://allergies.about.com/cs/molds/a/aa111201a.htm