Choosing A Mold Removal Contractor - Mold Removal Questions
1.00Mold Removal?
Q.Does anyone know of a company to give a free quote for mold removal from a house in the MIchigan area?
A.You need to replace the GYprock.
1.00I need a good referral for a mold inspection and removal company in nyc,?
Q.I am in need of a good mold removal and inspection company that is located in NYC, can anyone help?
A.April, I would do more homework on possible choices for mold remediation companies than asking on here.
This is an area that is rife with gougers & I know you want your problem solved ASAP, but unless you like using $$$ as toilet tissue, research all your estimators very carefully & call references. Ask for references of 1, 2, 3 & 5 years ago...that way you can see how satisfied a broad range of customers are with a given contractor.
While the post about servpro is correct, they are one of the highest priced in the field. Usually you can receive comparable services for 1/3 to 1/2 of servpro's quote.
I would also suggest that you read what is available at & through this link:
http://www.epa.gov/mold/
Good luck...
1.00Low income mold removal in Illinois?
Q.I was wondering if there was some sort of program or company that provided low cost or free mold removal for families with low income? I have a baby in this house and I'm sure there's alot of mold growing under my house, I don't have a job and my parents barely make any money. Any help would be GREATLY appreciated! No rude answers please.
A.Usually mold appears where there is high water content or lack of air flow .If you know where the mold is you can cover it with Kills Paint from home depot.Then to fix the problem find the leaking water source . And or circulate air in room .
1.00Mold/ black mold clean up and removal?
Q.We have mold in or bathroom what is the name of the product [not bleach] that kills it and found at the hardwear store
help !!!!!!!!!!!!!!
A.Try using baking soda and vinegar paste.
1.00Are there any grants out there for black mold removal.?
Q.I have had to move from my home because I became very ill. but can't afford to get the removal done on my own and insurance won't help. everytime I go into my house i breakout in a rash. I still am ill but have had to quit my job and no longer have insurance. I just am at a loss about what I should do next. any advice would help.
A.No knowledge of grants.
But check out the remarkable research on toxic mold removal done by environmental expert Dr Ed Close. Simply diffusing a therapeutic-grade essential oil regularly will likely result in an environment very hostel to mold.
http://www.secretofthieves.com/mold.cfm
In one instance, 10,667 stachybotrys mold spores were identified in a per cubic meter area. After diffusing Thieves essential oil for forty-eight hours, Dr Close retested. Only thirteen stachybotrys remained. Similarly, 75,000 stachybotrys mold spores were identified in a sample of sheetrock. After seventy-two hours of diffusing, no stachybotrys mold spores remained. (Stachybotrys has a reputation for being the most toxic mold.)
Don't know if it'll solve your problem, but an investment of a couple hundred bucks in a diffuser an some bottles of oil is certainly less expensive than the normal remediation process.
1.00What is the black streaks on roofs of buildings -and how do you get rid of it.?
Q.Ive found no products listed for removal of streaks-just for mold on fences and a power sprayer-not good for a roof lol.
hope someone knows what causes it.
A.It is mold as you have stated. A dilute bleach solution works pretty well but is not a permanent solution. Sunlight or removal of the moisture source is the better long term answer.
1.00Black mold removal - what do you recommend for DIY?
Q.An friend from G. Rapids, Michigan is into foreclosures this days. He got me a house there, a real bargain price. Must fly over tomorrow to see it and sign the papers, then back to work on Monday. He said it's all fine, good condition compared to other places like this he sold - except that heating was off during winter and it developed some nasty black mold and I have to start thinking what can I do about it in less than 2 days. I heard black mold is toxic - he sent me pics of it - can see basement mold, kitchen and even attic mold. I cannot possible hope of doing anything drastic in such a short time, like pumping the crawlspace mold out, but could I at least spend a few dollar and starve it DIY with some off-the-shelf before I return there next month and spend a few days bringing the place to life? Anyone facing something similar recently?
A.You got some very sound answers there, but not sure you know what to do next. My advice, based on the experience I got with black mold removal when my grandma died and I had to sell the house - forget about DIY as the first option before you get an expert on-site to have a look and eventually give you a quote. I used http://www.michiganmoldspecialist.com last year, as they were close and I got a mold removal assessment and quote for free on the same day, once one of their specialists drove over and checked the house. Make sure the agent gets to see everything, including crawlspaces mold - if you want to renegotiate the insurance, you need that.
My 2c - you stand no chance of dealing with this on your own if you are not qualified, and you risk making things worse or even harm yourself. Get it at least properly assessed and do that BEFORE you buy the property - right now you risk losing little, and foreclosure mold is still expensive mold, whatever bargain your friend is driving. Just keep a cool head and think this through, right?
1.00Does anyone know of or ever heard of a mold remediation chemical called Contractor's mold remover T-35?
Q.A contractor has told me he wants to use this on our mold problem and is billing us for two ounces of it @ $800 per ounce. I have researched the product and cannot find out anything about it and am wondering if this is legit and how much it really does cost. It would be great if a contractor could give me an answer. He has also told us that only a contractor can buy this.
A.Contact other contractors and ask them for their input.
More Mold Removal Questions
Choosing A Mold Removal Contractor
The presence of mold in your house has nothing to do with how dirty or clean your house is. Mold is not dirt or grime that can be scrubbed or washed away; it's an organic growth that has to be removed by qualified and experienced mold remediation contractors. Unfortunately, mold remediation companies are not governed by any industry rules, and therefore, it falls to your good judgment to choose a mold removal contractor who can rid your premises of mold quickly and safely. A mold removal specialist can rattle off the names of a dozen certification organizations, but this could be meaningless in the absence of solid experience in the kind of mold removal services you're looking for.
If you really feel better about hiring a mold remediation contractor who has some kinds of certification in this industry that are more frequently cited than others, look for one who has a certification from the National Air Duct Cleaner's Association or the Indoor Air Quality Association. But, certification or the lack of it shouldn't be the basis for your selection. Check if your mold remediation contractor has experience in the sort of mold remediation you're looking for. Some mold removal companies may have extensive experience in removing mold that has intruded into the house through dampness in the kitchen, basement etc. Other sorts of mold infiltrates your HVAC system. Whatever the source of the mold, your mold removal contractor should have sufficient experience dealing with that kind of mold infestation. Different sorts of mold contamination require different sorts of remediation processes. Your mold removal contractor shouldn't be content with a generic method of remediation.
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.
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need to remove mold from basement floor due to flooding from recent rain storm
Juan V
mold in wall in bedroom. Needs to have drywall removed (partially or completely), mold remediation done and the wall will then need to be insulated and re-drywalled.
The presence of mold in your house has nothing to do with how dirty or clean your house is. Mold is not dirt or grime that can be scrubbed or washed away; it's an organic growth that has to be removed by qualified and experienced mold remediation contractors. Unfortunately, mold remediation companies are not governed by any industry rules, and therefore, it falls to your good judgment to choose a mold removal contractor who can rid your premises of mold quickly and safely. A mold removal specialist can rattle off the names of a dozen certification organizations, but this could be meaningless in the absence of solid experience in the kind of mold removal services you're looking for.
If you really feel better about hiring a mold remediation contractor who has some kinds of certification in this industry that are more frequently cited than others, look for one who has a certification from the National Air Duct Cleaner's Association or the Indoor Air Quality Association. But, certification or the lack of it shouldn't be the basis for your selection. Check if your mold remediation contractor has experience in the sort of mold remediation you're looking for. Some mold removal companies may have extensive experience in removing mold that has intruded into the house through dampness in the kitchen, basement etc. Other sorts of mold infiltrates your HVAC system. Whatever the source of the mold, your mold removal contractor should have sufficient experience dealing with that kind of mold infestation. Different sorts of mold contamination require different sorts of remediation processes. Your mold removal contractor shouldn't be content with a generic method of remediation.