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2012年9月11日星期二

Mold Is Toxic Protect Your Health - Hire A Professional Cleanup Service

Mold can be a pretty troublesome problem in the sense that it can affect the health of people living in the house in addition to damaging walls and ceilings. If you have been attacked with mold infestations, it would be very wise on your part to hire the services of a mold removal contractor who will be carry out an effective job for you.

Some homeowners attempt to carry out mold removal on their own. While you can definitely eliminate small amounts of mold on your own, the complete process of eliminating widespread infestation and also preventing it from coming back will require a full scale effort that only a professional mold damage removal company can do.

Here are some of the techniques used by a mold cleanup contractor that you might not be able to replicate

Freeze blasting with dry ice - Some companies have begun to use dry ice to freeze blast various infected surfaces such as wood and cement.

Dry fog - This is a great technique as it creates a fog that will kill most of the mold in room without any real physical force that can otherwise damage the materials that need to be cleaned of mold.

Vacuum - A commercial mold cleanup company will use wet vacuums to clean up water sources that could be triggering the growth of mold.

Damp wipes - Damp wipes, scrubbing and detergent can be used on non porous surfaces such as glass, plastics and certain types of wood.

HEPA vacuum - HEPA stands for high efficiency particular air and these powerful vacuums can be used in the final process of cleanup once most of the mold damage removal is carried out.

A professional mold removal contractor will need several pieces of equipment to carry out a cleanup. Some of the most commonly used equipment is mentioned below.

Moisture meter - The drying and cleaning process will depend on the moisture level in the affected area and mold cleanup companies will first check the moisture levels before proceeding with work.

Humidity gauge - Humidity is another friend to the growth of mold and a humidity meter will show potential problematic areas where humidity might be too high.

Dehumidifier - Though many homes will have a small dehumidifier, it will often not be enough to get rid of mold infestations. Commercial mold damage removal companies will carry large dehumidifiers that can make a lot of difference in a very short amount of time.

As you can see from the points mentioned above, a fair amount of knowhow and technical equipment is needed to tackle a mold cleanup and it is best that you hire the services of a mold removal contractor who would usually have lot of experience with these problems.

Not only will you not have the equipment and know how to tackle a mold cleanup on your own, you could potentially be risking your own health as mold can easily pose several health risks such as asthma, infections, allergic reactions and even pneumonia in some cases.

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2012年9月8日星期六

Got Water Damage? Hire The Services Of A Professional And Reputed Fire And Water Restoration Company

If you have come in here to read this article, you are probably looking for a fire and water damage restoration company that will do a professional restoration job in your house or commercial property. This article will give you a few tips about picking the right Fire and water restoration company.

It is preferable that you only call for fire and water damage restoration companies that have a solid reputation in the field. Stay away from one man teams or free lancers who will promise you a great job only to give you a run around with poor results.
Look for a company that will offer 24/7 services. Damage restoration is essentially an emergency service and a company that offers that service should ideally have service availability around the clock.
Ask if the company has the latest equipment. Some small companies will often be short handed when it comes to quality equipment. A professional water damage repair company should ideally have state of the art commercial grade equipment such as dehumidifiers, blowers, truck mounted water extraction units, portable extraction units and other tools such as moisture gauges and humidity meters and emergency generators. If the water damage is significant, a good company will use a lot of equipment to bring about the best results in the fastest way possible. Hiring a small company that will have very limited equipment will mean longer water damage restoration times which will in turn greatly increase the related losses. When it comes to the effectiveness of a water damage repair company, their responsiveness and speed should be of utmost concern to you as it can save you a significant sum of money.
Help with the insurance process - Fire and water damage restoration companies are not just important to fix up your house. They in fact play a very important role in your damage situation by helping you with the insurance process. Insurance, as you might already know, can be a very daunting process when approached on your own. You might not know how to fill out the forms correctly or you might ask for too little when you file a form. A good fire and water restoration company will appoint an insurance specialist or insurance consultant to your case. This person will then work with the insurance adjustor appointed by the insurance company. With the insurance consultant on your side, you can relax and be assured that a professional is helping you.

Guarantee on the insurance claim - There could be a situation where you might commission water damage restoration work before being approved by the insurance company. It can be a rude shock to receive a check for an amount that does not cover all the expenses of the restoration work. A professional water damage restoration will help you avoid that pickle of a situation by putting out an estimate that will be accepted by the insurance company. Also, they will guarantee their repair estimates in such a way that they will not charge you personally if the insurance company's check does not cover all of the expenses then the fire and water restoration contractor agrees to waive the additional expenses.

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2012年5月2日星期三

The Benefits Of Hiring A Professional Basement Waterproofer

Why Hire A Waterproofing Contractor To Fix Your Wet Basement?

1. Regain A Floor Of Space In Your Home

Whether you're using your basement as storage or are planning on finishing it into additional living space, waterproofing the space will help you reclaim a substantial amount of usable space.

If a basement is worth having, then it's certainly worth it to make the space into a usable area. Basement flooding can lead to a series of expensive problems over the years, as appliances, utilities, and everything in the area is gradually destroyed by flooding water.

Conversely, a complete waterproofing system can be installed in a single day. When it's provided complete with a battery backup system, your space becomes reliably dry and ready for storage. The installation crew can do all the work, remove all the debris, and provide you an annual service plan - so you know your system is maintained in working order.

2. Create A Healthier Living Space

Moisture means humidity, and humidity means mold. As mold grows on everything in the space, it will damage personal property and create an ugly space.

More importantly, this mold will release allergenic and potentially toxic spores into the air, which will then be carried upstairs via the natural air movement in the building (commonly referred to as the "stack effect"). All mold spores are allergenic - even dead spores - and can hang in the air for days.

In extreme cases, thousands of mold spores may be present in a single cubic centimeter of air. A human breathes in 10-12 cubic meters of air each day, and it only takes 2-3 mold spores to cause an allergic reaction.

What is the likelihood of a resident having a mold allergy? Approximately 50% of homes have at least one resident with allergies - and 90% of individuals with allergies show mold spore sensitivity.

They key to eliminating mold is to dry the space out - mold needs relative humidity levels of 60% or higher to thrive. Waterproofing, sealing, and dehumidifying the space is a surefire way to address a mold issue and keep it under control in the future.

3. Restore Value To Your Home

Nobody wants a wet basement! And while you're stuck with your basement, home buyers have a choice. To entice them to consider the purchase, a homeowner will generally have to discount the home by 10% of its value or more.

In less common cases, a realtor may arrange a waterproofer to visit the home and write a proposal for the work to be done. In this case, the seller will often either agree to discount the home by the value of the waterproofing system, or will offer to waterproof the home before selling it to them. This is a great compromise all around.

However, if this is your plan, why not just waterproof the space now, and enjoy the benefits of a waterproofing system in the months, years, or decades before you sell your home? Many waterproofers offer a written warranty that can be transferred to the next homeowner at the time of sale - so you'd still have that selling edge.

When you're ready to look into a professional waterproofing job, be sure to consider Larry Janesky's Connecticut Basement Systems. Their experts serve throughout the state, as well as providing basement waterproofing in Westchester county, NY. We're standing by to help you transform your basement into dry, usable, valuable space!

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2012年2月9日星期四

Mold Is Toxic And Can Be A Serious Health Risk - Why You Should Hire A Trained Professional

Mold is not a simple problem as you might think. Many people think that it is just an unsightly or ugly stain that they have to deal with although the problems related with mold are much more complex. It can pose several health risks such as asthma, allergic reactions, pneumonia, infections and certain breathing disorders. Children, elderly people and pregnant women have increased susceptibility to the harmful effects of mold.

If you think you have a mold infestation in your home or office, it would be very wise to hire the services of a mold removal contractor to eliminate the problem professionally.

There are many types of mold with the official records showing more than 100,000 varieties. Some will leave the characteristic black, green or brown stains while some will spread without any stains or obvious marks. Mold spreads in an air borne fashion and it usually thrives in moist environments that are also very humid. Winters are the worst time when it comes to mold infestations as houses generally lack good air circulation. The mold will then begin to grow in these humid conditions and will be spurred on by moisture content that can come from wet laundry or a water leak that would have sunk into the walls and so on.

A professional fire and water restoration company will first tackle the source of moisture. This will ensure that the further growth is immediately hampered. Removing the source of moisture will also reduce the chances of a mold attack in the future. Once a professional fire and water restoration contractor is able to eliminate the source of moisture, he will then move on to the cleaning stage. Various techniques such as dry god, dry ice freezing, wet wipes, HEPA vacuums etc will be used to clean various surfaces. The cleaning method chosen in the mold damage removal process will depend on the type and the extent of damage as well as the materials used in the construction and of the building.

Once the cleaning process is carried out, a good mold cleanup contractor will also make sure that it is disposed of properly as poor disposal can result in repeat attacks just after the cleanup has been carried out.

It is recommended that you hire the services of a professional company as they will have access to several pieces of equipment such as dehumidifiers, water extraction units, water pumps, moisture meters, humidity gauges, borescopes and so on to assist in their mold damage removal efforts.

Apart from having the right equipment, fire and water restoration companies will have years of expertise and experience with them this will enable them to quickly address a mold infestation situation. No two houses are the same and a seasoned fire and water restoration company will be able to carry out the mold removal process in the fastest and most cost efficient way possible.

Thus, unless your mold infestation is a very small problem or is limited to a very small area, it is best that you let an expert do the removal job for you. In addition to cleaning out the infestation, they will also be able to advice you on what you can do in your building to keep future attacks from happening.

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2012年1月15日星期日

How to Clean Up After Water Damage and Do I Need a Professional?

Within minutes..

Water spreads quickly to additional areas, rapidly increasing the scope and cost of the loss. Stains from furniture can dye carpet permanently. Paper goods are damaged by moisture absorption and warping.

Within hours...

Furniture in direct contact with water swells or splits. Drywall swells and disintegrates; paneling warps. Odor becomes an issue.

Within days..

Mold develops, along with the characteristic "musty" odor. Sensitive components in pianos and organs swell and malfunction with elevated humidity. Metal surfaces begin to corrode. Doors and window casings swell and distort or delaminate. Wood decking, joists and studs begin to swell, warp and split. Electronic components malfunction due to moisture condensation. Allergic reactions escalate.

Within weeks..

Mold discolors and destroys organic materials (jute backings, paper coverings on drywall, paneling, wood). Structural wood warps and splits, while chemicals in wood dissolve and discolor or destroy finishes. Costs escalate dramatically as the requirement for gutting the structure and replacing components becomes necessary. Health hazards are everywhere. Building Occupants may be required to leave their property due to safety and health hazards. Children & the elderly are at higher risk due to weaker immune systems

This is an incredibly technical field of study with constantly evolving technologies that allow professionals to dry buildings completely within 2-3 days with little or no demolition with CLEAN WATER. Typically water damage is far more progressive than what is visible without special tools (thermal cameras, moisture meters and hygrometers are crucial).

Any water other than category 1 "clean" water has completely different protocols and major health hazards will likely be present (and made worse) if the steps needed are not taken. There should be no need to "disinfect" carpet in a clean water loss. You cannot truly sanitize a porous surface such as carpet and you do not need to apply chemicals if the water is from a clean source and dried within 24-48 hours (thorough cleaning is all that is required). In states such as Maine if a company applies disinfectants or antimicrobials they need to be a licensed Master pesticide applicator or risk stiff fines.

To dry carpet, sub floor, hardwood & walls QUICKLY WITHOUT MOLD requires very specialized equipment(often a heat drying application), a sound understanding of temperature/humidity control and moisture meters to measure moisture content to verify that materials have been dried properly. These situations should only be handled by a certified, highly experienced technician.

Time is a huge factor and MANY water damage situations do not require professional help. If there is concrete flooring with glue down carpet, or floor tiles over concrete with little or no wall damage with clean water then a person can certainly handle their own water loss with the right equipment, desire and a little training.

To dry a structure with sub floor, drywall, padded carpet, plaster, hardwood floors, behind cabinets, in a crawlspace or large area it could very well mean permanent loss of property value, refusal of insurance coverage and serious health risk to occupants.

Reputable contractors warranty their work for at least 3-5 years, have liability and pollution insurance, hold IICRC certifications, provide a thorough water damage report when work concludes (we provide a 25 page report documenting everything that takes place including all of the temperature, humidity and moisture readings), have good references and yes will charge for their services like any other professional. The Better Business Bureau is a good resource as well.

Like any professional, liability is a huge factor, the average company will likely have several hundred thousand dollars in specialized equipment, a team of certified professionals with years of experience and tools to determine (and show you) the extent of damages both visible and hidden.

And lastly, there is a reason insurance companies suggest calling in a restoration firm. And not because they want to spend thousands of unnecessary dollars. It is because we save them thousands and thousands of unnecessary dollars. These savings come from rapid drying which can prevent the need for demolition, preventing mold growth, preventing bacterial development, preventing law suits and getting the home owners back in the area quickly and safely.

Another major factor is documentation and warranties. When a property is sold you must disclose water losses or risk major law suits. When handled properly by professionals this is no problem. You have the documentation and we are only a phone call away.

In Summary yes, many small water damage situations do not require the cost of professional restoration firms. However when needed we can be an invaluable resource to you in your time of need.

Robert York (General Manager)
Octagon Cleaning & Restoration
Windham ME
Master Applicator
IICRC Certified Technician
http://octagonrestoration.com/water_damage.html
Water Damage

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2011年12月8日星期四