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Mold remediation should be performed by certified and licensed mold remediators who adhere to strict industry standards and guidelines for mold removal.
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WHY USE A PROFESSIONAL MOLD REMEDIATIOR
Certified mold assessors and remediators establish specific mold remediation procedures and safety plans for performing mold removal. Technicians remove materials and structural components that cannot be salvaged, and treat all affected areas with antimicrobial cleaning agents, and in some cases may even apply an antimicrobial paint to help prevent the future growth and reproduction of mold.
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WHAT DOES IT MEAN TO BE A LICENSED MOLD REMEDIATOR?
In the State of Florida Mold remediators must have at least 2 year degree in microbiology, engineering, architecture, industrial hygiene, occupational safety, or a related field of science from an accredited institution and a minimum of one year of field experience, or, a high school diploma or equivalent with 4 years of documented field experience. Each biennial, continuing education is also required to renew a state license.
HOW TO KEEP YOUR HOME DRY & MOLD FREE
Although you can’t see it there is always moisture in the air. Warm air holds much more water vapor than cold air. Modern homes are significant producers of water vapor. An average family of four, through activities like washing, cooking and drying clothes, can produce as much as 19 liters every 24 hours. This damp environment can cause mold or toxic mold to grow on walls, flooring, fabric and furniture, which can eventually lead to rotting. It can cause paint to bubble and wallpaper to peel off.
It is very important to be aware of the water vapor produced inside your home and how to reduce its impact. Water vapor can be produced by cooking, bathing, showers and doing laundry. A damp atmosphere in a property can lead to mold or toxic mold growth, which is unsightly and unhealthy. Mold or toxic mold gives off spores which float in the air and can make health conditions such as asthma worse. Ventilation is vital to replace moist, stale air with fresh clean air.
TIPS FOR A MOLD FREE HOME
Bathrooms
- If possible, ventilate the bathroom while in the bath or shower.
- Always open the window after you have finished in the room to allow the moisture out.
- If you have an extractor fan in the bathroom make sure it is switched on when you are bathing.
Laundry
- Ventilate your tumble dryer to the outside.
- If your dryer is not self-condensing make sure you put the hose outside the window to ensure the hot moisture filled air produced by the machine does not condensate inside your home. Opening a nearby window is not enough.
- If you have been unlucky enough to suffer flooding any resulting mold can be very difficult to deal with and may need treatment by specialized flood damage and mold removal specialists.
How to Tackle Bathroom Mold
Mold Removal
If you’ve never experienced bathroom mold, perhaps you aren’t looking deep enough into the corners of your bathroom. It’s one of the most common problems in any house; it’s also one of the easiest to prevent and cure, as long as you haven’t let it get out of hand.
Common Causes of Bathroom Mold
Lingering moisture caused by lack of ventilation. Leaky toilets, sinks, and plumbing pipes. Damp cellulose materials such as rugs, paper products, wood, wallpaper, grout, drywall, and fabric. So how do you know if you have a mold problem? If you can see it or smell it, you’ve got it.
Finding the Mold in Your Bathroom
Bathroom mold isn’t always obvious. Check out hidden areas, such as under sinks, access doors to shower and bath fixtures, around exhaust fans, even in crawl spaces above and underneath bathrooms. It could be starting in the bathroom but actually forming in another room, lack of proper ventilation is the biggest culprit for mold growth.
Preventing Mold
- The best defense is preventing mold from occurring in the first place.
- Keep household humidity levels below 50%; an air conditioner or dehumidifier can help.
- Use a mildew-resistant shower curtain, and wash or replace it frequently.
- Wash your bathroom rugs frequently.
- Use your bathroom ventilation fan when you shower or bathe, and leave it on for 30 minutes following the end of your bath; if you don’t have an exhaust fan, install one.
Getting Rid of Mold:
If you have a problem area bigger than 10 square feet call Dry Tech Restoration at 321.368.3399 for a free assessment.