1. A Complete Guide
To Mold
Remediation
Presented by:
Mold Aid
http://www.moldaid.com/

2. Mold Can Live In Any
Environment
Mold testing has shown that mold can grow
indoors or outdoors and can exist anywhere.
Mold prospers in damp, warm and humid
environments.
Mold spores can survive under conditions in
which mold cannot grow and can be found in
harsh, dry environments.
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3. It’s Not Impossible To Find A
Qualified Mold Inspection
Company
Even though the EPA does not have specific
guidelines for mold inspection, there are ways to
find a qualified mold inspection company.
Find companies that have certifications from well-
known organization such as the indoor Air Quality
Association.
Ask for references from previous clients because
they will be able to give a first hand experience
with the company.
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4. Do Some Homework To Find Out
What An Inspector Should Be
Looking At
An inspector doing mold testing should look
in:
typical areas such as basements and shower
stalls.
Atypical areas such as behind drywall, under
ceiling tiles, under carpets, in furniture, around
ductwork, under shingles, behind paneling,
under wallpaper and around plumbing pipes.
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5. Mold Testing Procedures
Air sampling is a key component that involves forcing air
through a collection device that catches mold spores.
Swab testing collects bacteria and provides immediate
answers about the mold type and whether or not it is
reproducing.
Tape testing confirms the presence of the fungus and assists
in determining the type of mold present in the structure.
An optical device such as a borescope that can go into hard
to reach spaces and gives the home inspection specialist an
accurate view of what is happening out of sight.
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6. Determining The Cause
Of Mold Contamination
A mold inspection specialist will often use a moisture
diagram to identify wet ceilings, walls and floors, as well as
wet/damp surface moisture patterns to determine the
perimeter of the water damaged areas.
Moisture mapping identifies the location of contents affected
by water and includes diagrams of ceiling joints, subfloors,
HVAC, plumbing and electrical conduit that could carry
water from one area to another.
Thermal imaging uses infrared cameras to scan a structure by
using a heat differential to find moisture which eliminates the
need to take apart ceilings, walls and floors.
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7. Mold Remediation
The goal of mold remediation is
to eliminate as much mold as
possible.
Mold removal is comprised of
eliminating visible mold sources,
cleaning the air of spores, wiping down
surfaces, applying anti-microbial treatment,
disposal of items that cannot be cleaned and
treating ventilation systems.
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8. Mold Removal
Protection
Mold removal specialists wear protective clothing
because coming in contact with mold in elevated
levels can cause health related issues.
They also protect their lungs with a mask or
respirator to filter out mold spores.
They wear goggles to protect their eyes.
Mold removal specialists also wear rubber gloves
and long sleeves to protect their skin.
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9. Mold Remediation Begins
After Physical Security
Measures Are In Place
Scrubbing the infected areas with a non-ammonia
based detergent or sanding structural wood to remove
mold.
Apply a disinfectant to cleansed areas.
Rapidly dry the area with fans and dehumidifiers.
Apply anti-microbial agents to cleaned surfaces to
prevent future mold contamination.
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10. Removal Of
Contaminated Items
Porous surface such as paper, drywall and
carpet padding are nearly impossible to clean.
Mold remediation includes removal of infected
items and replacement with non-infected
material.
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11. At The End Of The Mold
Remediation Process
The mold removal team will cleanse the air
with an air purifier to remove lingering spores.
Complete a successful clearance test.
Present client with a certified clearance letter.
Client receives the one year warranty
paperwork.
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12. About Mold Aid
Mold Aid and Acquired Home Services Inc.
is a mold testing, mold remediation and
home inspection company serving Virginia,
Maryland and Washington D.C. The
company has been in existence for over 10
years and offers mold remediation, general
contracting, air duct cleaning, air purifying,
structural drying and other services.