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.
Indoor Air Quality Association- www.iaqa.org
American Indoor Air Quality Council- www.iaqcouncil.org
U.S. Environmental Protection Agency- www.epa.gov/mold/
Institute of Inspection Cleaning and Restoration Certification ( IICRC)- www.iicrc.org/pdf/buydocs.pdf
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The best shot at complete mold removal and mold cleanup comes from professional mold remediation services. You can always help by doing a bit of cleaning yourself. The general rule of thumb is if you see mold on the wall, ceiling or in closets, you have a mold problem. If mold spores are present on the outside surface, they certainly are active on the inside as well.
Mold can leave a very nasty stain on many surfaces so even if you remove the mold spores, the stain may still be around to haunt another day. Most home improvement and hardware stores sell specialty paints and primers that may reduce the color and saturation of the stains on painted surfaces.
The mold removal process must begin with nipping the source of the problem in the bud. Mold spores grow in moist, warm, dark places and if the conditions are for mold, they are not right from something else. Mold needs water to grow, so begin inspecting your pipes for leaks, ductwork for excessive condensation and the foundation of the house for cracks or poor ventilation. If any of these problems are present, mold will simply return as quickly as you can call the mold remediation specialists.
Mold removal should begin with scrubbing or scraping off the mold with hot water and typical dishwashing detergent. After the area is scrubbed clean, wait for the surface to dry completely before moving on to priming or painting. The stain left by the mold may still be there – even after a couple spins in the washer! – try painting or priming over it, with drying time in between applications.
Victory Mold Remediation saves you time, money and the health risks associated with attempting to remove mold on your own. Serving commercial and residential customers throughout Northern Virginia, including the communities of Adamstown, MD, Alexandria VA, Collge Park, MD, Frederick, Maryland and Great Falls in Virginia victory Mold Remediation takes the time to understand your individual needs and delivers results every time. Call the professionals at Victory Mold Remediation today for a consultation.