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Accredited Laboratory — A lab that has been accredited by a recognized agency to the ISO 17025 Standard.

Aflatoxin — A Mycotoxin which is known to be one of the most toxic naturally occurring substances which is from Aspergillus flavus mold growth.

Allergen — A substance such as mold or pet hair which can cause an allergic reaction.

Ambient air — Outdoor air or representative of a general volume of indoor air.

Amplification of molds — Any indoor scenario which may increase the concentration of molds such as moisture in a wall cavity or mold growth in an HVAC system.

Anti-fungal treatment — Any mold remediation activity which removes, disinfects, or treats surfaces contaminated by mold.

Asbestos — A naturally occurring mineral fiber used in hundreds of building and insulation materials. Exposure to asbestos is a known health risk for cancer especially due to occupational contact. Asbestos is a regulated material and professional removal using engineering controls is recommended in most cases.

Asthma — A condition of respiratory sensitivity when lung tissue swells in reaction to exposure to particles which irritate the small passages of the lung tissue.

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Mold Remediation Steps for your Northern Virginia or Maryland Home

The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) states that mold remediation is the process of removing mold to prevent human exposure and further contamination to building materials and its furnishings. Simply put this means your mold remediation contractor seeks to eliminate the mold in your Maryland home or business place before the situation gets any worse.

When mold is found, the need for mold remediation tactics depends on the amount of mold present. For instance, if mold is found only in one small area of the kitchen - like under the sink - a full-blown mold remediation plan may not be needed. However, if the entire basement of your Adamstown, MD or Chantilly, VA home or business is covered in mold growth, a mold remediation plan is more than necessary - it is crucial.

When mold is allowed to continue reproducing and spreading throughout the structure, serious dangers are present. Mold is a known allergen, causing extreme discomfort to allergy sufferers around the world. But, mold spores found in the air can lead to more than a minor case of the sniffles for some people. In fact, individuals with respiratory problems or concerns are likely to suffer great pain and suffering resulting from mold exposure and in some cases it can be fatal.

During mold remediation, our specially trained mold remediation specialists at RTS will use plastic barriers or enclosures to confine and control the amount of mold that is in the air. This minimizes the spread of mold spores through the air, reducing the likelihood of further airborne contamination to other parts of the home or business.

Using negative air pressure during the mold remediation also helps control air quality in the structure. Maintaining a flow of air through filtered air handlers provides continuous draws of negative pressure removing the particulates from the home or business.

After the mold is removed, our trained technicians will use anti-fungal cleaning solutions that kill mold growth and render remaining mold spores unable to reproduce. These treatment solutions are applied to walls and floors as a way to provide continued mold prevention.

With more than 16 years experience in the environmental, mold and asbestos industry, RTS Environmental can protect your family and your home from the dangers of mold.