Recent Requests
need to remove mold from basement floor due to flooding from recent rain storm
Juan V
Frozen pipes burst and mold is everywhere in this house a total 2,708 sq feet. Growing on the walls all floors all doors both levels ceiling on bottom level.
Rick N
Saint Louis, Missouri
Nick's Inspection Services
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Choosing A Mold Removal Contractor
There are many mold removal companies passing themselves off for specialists, but the truth of the matter is that there are very few established guidelines that govern the industry. Mold removal is unlike other forms of hygiene processes like air duct cleaning or HVAC cleaning. Mold is an organic growth, not grime, and therefore, no amount of brushing and scrubbing can remove it permanently without the use of special products. With the industry not having established any commonly accepted certification that all mold removal specialists should possess, it's up to you to use your common sense and good judgment to select a mold removal contractor who's right for the job.
Since there are no industry guidelines for mold remediation companies, the best factor to look for is experience. The mold removal contractor should not just have extensive experience removing mold, but should specialize in the sort of mold removal your house needs. For instance, if the mold growth in your house is due to moisture, then you will need a mold removal contractor who ha the necessary experience in that field. If on the other hand, your mold growth problem is concentrated in the HVAC unit, then you will need a mold removal contractor who has experience getting rid of mold from the systems. Look for qualifications from the Indoor Air Quality Association, or the National Air Duct Cleaner's Associations, but again, these are not hard and fast rules, and an experienced mold removal contractor with no certifications that you recognize is better than one with no experience, but lots of certification.
Your mold removal contractor should be aware of all industry regulation requiring the sort of material to use, and methods of containment of mold that are allowed by the law. He must be familiar with environmental regulations governing the disposal of mold spores, and should make adequate efforts to control these. He has to be insured, and bonded, to avoid the risk of you being liable for damages in the case of an accident on your premises. Ask for a written estimate of his work. In the event that new mold formations are discovered after the commencement of the remediation, inquire about the kind of rates that will be charged additionally. These should preferably be by the square foot, rather than by the hour.