ProServs Remediation & Cleanup
Techniques
Our technicians are trained in the latest containment procedures,
ensuring that contamination does not spread to other areas of your
home. HEPA air filters and vacuums are utilized extensively to
reduce the likelihood of cross contamination. Without these stringent
procedures, thousands of mold spores could be released allowing possible
mold contamination
in other areas of the structure.
We offer the following services:
* HEPA air filtration.
* HEPA vacuuming.
* Negative air containment procedures.
* Demolition, removal and replacement of damaged materials.
* Cleaning and disinfecting of remaining building materials.
* Antimicrobial treatment.
* Attic and crawlspace treatment.
Important Information on Flood and Water Damage
Flood
and water damage can be difficult to repair and requires immediate
action. Bacterial and fungal growth can begin within
hours. Any areas showing signs of mold should be treated-- a professional
mold remediation specialist is recommended. Call ProServs today
at 1 (818) 419-2814.
Water damage can result from a number of different events like floods,
broken pipes, sewer function failure, leaky roofs, storm damage,
washing machine
leaks, etc. The severity of water
damage can differ based upon the source that the water came from,
the structure
of the building, the duration
of
the exposure, and the possessions affected.
No matter how severe the damage,
it's in the owner's best interest to employ a professional restoration
contractor to carry out the restoration
process. Inadequate techniques or incomplete drying by unqualified
contractors can cause more damage and possibly result in additional
cost to the owner.
Tips to Remember After Flood and Water Damage:
- Wash your hands properly if you have been in contact with
floodwater or silt. Take particular care when preparing
or eating food.
- If relevant, contact your insurance company and make an
inventory list of all damaged goods, including food. If
you can, take photos or videos of the damages. Check
with the insurance company before disposing of the goods.
- Put contaminated, flood-damaged food in black plastic garbage
bags, seal, and place in animal-resistant garbage cans for
the next collection.
- It is best not to try and salvage damaged food as it may
be contaminated with sewage or chemicals left from the floodwater.
- Don’t switch on electrical appliances that have been
in contact with the floodwater unless a competent electrician
has checked and tested them. Your local electric company
may be willing to check portions of the electrical supply
circuits.
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Frequently Asked Questions When are antimicrobial treatments necessary?
Treatments are useful when dealing with building materials that are
not easily removed. Areas such as attic sheathing or crawlspace subflooring
are expensive to replace and typically the mold growth is only superficial.
Our chemical treatments provide an economical yet effective solution
for these difficult areas. Additionally the area can be sealed with
a stain blocking primer after the mold growth has been eliminated.
Where can the antimicrobial treatments be
applied?
Any accessible bare wood within the home can receive the antimicrobial
treatment. This includes attic sheathing and rafters, crawlspace materials
and exposed framing.
Are the antimicrobial chemicals toxic?
No, the chemicals we use are registered with the EPA as non-toxic
and are commonly used in both the hospital and construction industries.
Will I have to vacate my home during the mold cleanup?
Generally, mold remediation does not compel you to temporarily move out
of your home. This is because the work area is enclosed in plastic
sheeting (forming an air containment), and isolated from the remainder
of the house. Exceptions include the remediation of a critical room,
such as the kitchen or the sole bathroom of the dwelling. For example,
if your house or apartment has only one bathroom (and that room requires
remediation) it may be necessary for you to arrange for temporary quarters
elsewhere. Individual room mold abatement can typically take four to
ten days to complete (your unique situation may vary from this),
and will not be accessible by you during that time. Other work condition
considerations are covered in the next question.
What conditions can I expect to encounter during the mold removal?
While working in the containment, our certified technicians will wear
Tyvek® suits
(made of white tear-resistant paper that provides a dry particulate barrier)
and air filtering respirators. Many of the moldy and water damaged materials
will need to be removed from the premises. All affected wood studs
will be "scrubbed" (sanded)
to remove discoloration, vacuumed with a vacuum cleaner (HEPA filter
equipped), and then sprayed with a fungicide. Air-moving blowers called "negative
air machines" take in air from the containment and are exhausted
to the outside. These blowers can also be used as air "scrubbers" to
filter out mold spores while recirculating air. Dehumidifiers may also
be used to remove moisture from the structure. These machines make a
loud noise, and some must run constantly for the duration of the remediation
and post-remediation testing periods.
Why must I test for mold again after the remediation?
It is very important to verify the effectiveness of the cleanup. Work
can be evaluated using what is called post-remediation sampling, or
clearance sampling. The clearance inspection and sampling are performed
after the remediation is complete, but before the rebuilding (restoration)
of the affected area. When the post-remediation
sampling test results are satisfactory, the Post-Remediation Sampling
Report provides professional third party documentation that the mold
was effectively and completely removed.
Certifications [Administered
by The Indoor Air Quality Association, Inc.]
- CMR--Certified Mold Remediator
- CIE--Certified Indoor Environmentalist
Additional Course Completion [Administered by Restoration
Consultants]
- Mold Remediation Training
- Project Management Training
A Member of:
- IAQA--The Indoor Air Quality Association, Inc.
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Mold
Abatement