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Glossary Of Terms

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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Preventing Black Mold In Your Northern Virginia Home

As most people know, black mold and all types of mold grow in damp, dark places – perfect description for the corners of a basement or in a storage room or closet that is opened infrequently. There are some mold prevention techniques that can help turn your home into a home free of black mold.

Aside from keeping the atmosphere of your home inhospitable to the growth of mold spores and black mold, other techniques and products available may be able to assist in keeping mold at bay.

Consider purchasing an air purifier for your home. Most home improvement, hardware, department stores and general merchandise retail stores sell air purifiers that will aid in deterring mold growth. But, for even better results, consider purchasing a professional quality air purifier for your home.

The most effective type of air purifier uses HEPA technology. High Efficiency Particulate Air (HEPA) air filters remove 99.97 percent of all particles in the air that are great there 0.3 microns in diameter – including mold spores. In order for black mold to grow, mold spores must be present in the air; it’s when the spore lands on a surface that growth occurs.

Ultraviolet light is another effective measure taken against black mold growth in homes. Ultraviolet rays are used to kill germs of all types, and are deadly against mycotoxins – the basic element of black mold.

When you find black mold in your home, contact the mold specialists at RTS Environmental Services for help. Serving all of Northern Virginia, including Herndon, VA, Kensington, MD, Knoxville, MD, Laurel, MD, Mt. Airy, MD, New Market, MD, Oakton, VA, Olney, MD, Potomac, MD and Reston, VA, the experts at RTS Environmental Services specialize in black mold removal, mold testing and mold inspection.