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Mould Services in British Columbia Mould Mould Inspection Mould Inspection- FAQ's Mould Remediation Mould Remediation - FAQ's Mould Consultancy Mould Information for DIY Mould In the News Company and Contact Information Mould Services in Vancouver, B.C.	Facts about Mould and Safety Tips The Dangers of Mould In Your Home Moulds produce allergens, toxins (mycotoxins), and/or irritants. Moulds are a major source of indoor allergens. Moulds can also trigger asthma. The mould spores may be toxic by inhalation Some moulds are capable of producing carcinogens (e.g., aflatoxin produced by Aspergillus flavus) Dead mould is still allergenic, and some dead molds are potentially toxic. Dead mould may still cause allergic reactions, so it is not enough to simply kill the mould, it must also be removed. It is necessary to remove all of the mould contamination, including the microscopic spores in the air. Physically disturbing the mould will cause the spores to spread. Problems cause by Mold Amplification: Moulds cause odor problems, discoloration, staining and cosmetic damage Mould growth can eventually cause structural damage to a building The longer it grows the more damage it will cause Do-It Yourself - USE CAUTION: Investigating and testing for hidden mold problems may be dangerous. We recommend individuals untrained in bio-containment abatement procedures do not attempt to perform remediation on molds with an aggregate area of contamination of 10 square feet or more. (regardless of the type), or on those moulds, (regardless of area), which are considered to be toxic or pathogens. Mould may be hidden in places such as the back side of dry wall, wallpaper, paneling or under carpet padding Removal of wallpaper, for example, can lead to a massive release of spores from mould growing on the underside of the paper Discard mouldy items that can't be cleaned or treated Don't forget to address the source of the moisture problem, or the mould problem may simply reappearing as little as 24 to 48 hours If the water and/or mold damage was caused by sewage or other contaminated water, then call in a professional Use of commercially available products: The use of a chlorine bleach, for mould remediation is not recommended Biocides are toxic to humans and pets, as well as to mould; follow the instructions Do not use fungicides developed for use outdoors for mould remediation or for any other indoor situation. Some companies advocate the use of Chlorine Beach as a mould remover. We DO NOT use chlorine bleach [sodium hypochlorite] to kill mould or disinfect mouldy areas. Chlorine is not an effective or permanent killer of mould or the mould spores and does not address the odours caused by mVOC's (volatile organic compounds) that are released by the live and dying mould. Chlorine bleach is too diluted to permanently kill mould unless the mould is sitting on top of a hard non-cellulose surface. As chlorine constantly escapes through the plastic walls of its containers, it's effectiveness is further reduced by up to 50% in 90 days in a never opened container. Mould, by nature of the physiology, has a hyphae that extends out from the body of the mould cell. This hyphae can penetrate and intertwine into the fibers of the substrate, in this case, the dry wall or wood, microscopically piercing the surface of these items. The ion structure of the chlorine prevents it from penetrating into those same porous materials. The chlorine stays on the outside surface, while the mould penetrates these materials. The chlorine can never reach into the areas that the hyphae grow. So the mould's hyphae remain untouched and intact. When moisture re-enters the area where the hyphae have embedded themselves, the mould will continue to grow. On most porous building materials that contain, cellulose such as wood timbers, drywall, chipboard, plywood, etc., bleach can change the color of the mould, but will only slow down mould growth for about 3 weeks. It is not a long lasting solution. Chlorine Bleach is not registered with the EPA as a disinfectant to kill mould. An EPA registration number for killing mould is listed on the label of any brand of product that is recognized for that purpose. Chlorine bleach does not have this registration. Beach can also ruin the surface finish on many substances, discoloring fibers and dissolving coatings and tarnishing certain finishes. A recent study has found that chlorine does have some limited effect on killing mould on some hard surfaces, where the hyphae does not penetrate the surface. These would include ceramic tile, formica counters or steel appliances. However, the chlorine will not address the spores or the odours. Safety tips to remember when cleaning mold: It is important to take precautions to limit your exposure to mould and mold spores : Do not touch mould or mouldy items with your bare hands Do not get mould or the mould spores in your eyes Do not breath in mould or mould spores Use Personal Protective equipment - N95 respirator, gloves and eye protection when investigating for mould in your home. Wash or shower well with soap after potential exposure to mould or mould spores Take care not to disturb mould spores A small area that is contaminated and has the potential to distribute mould to other areas even during the cleanup If the mould problem is more than 10 square feet or if you've tried cleaning it yourself and the odour persists you need professional consultation. Large and small projects mold inspection, testing and remediation projects Treatments suitable for crawlspaces, attics, unfinished basement and carpets Specialty treatments for Baby's rooms, pre-school playrooms, clinics and special care units Mold prevention treatments for new homes and buildings under construction - product guarantees Treatments for flood damaged, water damaged and fire damaged buildings Call for an appointment. Telephone: 250-636-9000 Servicing the following areas: Stewart, Terrace, Dease Lake, Smithers, Kitimat, Prince Rupert [ TOP ]

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Facts about Mould and Safety Tips

The Dangers of Mould In Your Home

Moulds produce allergens, toxins (mycotoxins), and/or irritants.

Moulds are a major source of indoor allergens.

Moulds can also trigger asthma.

The mould spores may be toxic by inhalation

Some moulds are capable of producing carcinogens (e.g., aflatoxin produced by Aspergillus flavus)

Dead mould is still allergenic, and some dead molds are potentially toxic.

Dead mould may still cause allergic reactions, so it is not enough to simply kill the mould, it must also be removed.

It is necessary to remove all of the mould contamination, including the microscopic spores in the air.

Physically disturbing the mould will cause the spores to spread.

Problems cause by Mold Amplification:

Moulds cause odor problems, discoloration, staining and cosmetic damage

Mould growth can eventually cause structural damage to a building

The longer it grows the more damage it will cause

Do-It Yourself - USE CAUTION: Investigating and testing for hidden mold problems may be dangerous.

We recommend individuals untrained in bio-containment abatement procedures do not attempt to perform remediation on molds with an aggregate area of contamination of 10 square feet or more. (regardless of the type), or on those moulds, (regardless of area), which are considered to be toxic or pathogens.

Mould may be hidden in places such as the back side of dry wall, wallpaper, paneling or under carpet padding
Removal of wallpaper, for example, can lead to a massive release of spores from mould growing on the underside of the paper
Discard mouldy items that can't be cleaned or treated
Don't forget to address the source of the moisture problem, or the mould problem may simply reappearing as little as 24 to 48 hours
If the water and/or mold damage was caused by sewage or other contaminated water, then call in a professional

Use of commercially available products:

The use of a chlorine bleach, for mould remediation is not recommended
Biocides are toxic to humans and pets, as well as to mould; follow the instructions
Do not use fungicides developed for use outdoors for mould remediation or for any other indoor situation.

Some companies advocate the use of Chlorine Beach as a mould remover. We DO NOT use chlorine bleach [sodium hypochlorite] to kill mould or disinfect mouldy areas.

Chlorine is not an effective or permanent killer of mould or the mould spores and does not address the odours caused by mVOC's (volatile organic compounds) that are released by the live and dying mould.

Chlorine bleach is too diluted to permanently kill mould unless the mould is sitting on top of a hard non-cellulose surface*.

As chlorine constantly escapes through the plastic walls of its containers, it's effectiveness is further reduced by up to 50% in 90 days in a never opened container.

Mould, by nature of the physiology, has a hyphae that extends out from the body of the mould cell. This hyphae can penetrate and intertwine into the fibers of the substrate, in this case, the dry wall or wood, microscopically piercing the surface of these items. The ion structure of the chlorine prevents it from penetrating into those same porous materials.

The chlorine stays on the outside surface, while the mould penetrates these materials. The chlorine can never reach into the areas that the hyphae grow. So the mould's hyphae remain untouched and intact. When moisture re-enters the area where the hyphae have embedded themselves, the mould will continue to grow.

On most porous building materials that contain, cellulose such as wood timbers, drywall, chipboard, plywood, etc., bleach can change the color of the mould, but will only slow down mould growth for about 3 weeks. It is not a long lasting solution.

Chlorine Bleach is not registered with the EPA as a disinfectant to kill mould. An EPA registration number for killing mould is listed on the label of any brand of product that is recognized for that purpose. Chlorine bleach does not have this registration.

Beach can also ruin the surface finish on many substances, discoloring fibers and dissolving coatings and tarnishing certain finishes.

* A recent study has found that chlorine does have some limited effect on killing mould on some hard surfaces, where the hyphae does not penetrate the surface. These would include ceramic tile, formica counters or steel appliances. However, the chlorine will not address the spores or the odours.

Safety tips to remember when cleaning mold:

It is important to take precautions to limit your exposure to mould and mold spores :

Do not touch mould or mouldy items with your bare hands
Do not get mould or the mould spores in your eyes
Do not breath in mould or mould spores
Use Personal Protective equipment - N95 respirator, gloves and eye protection when investigating for mould in your home.
Wash or shower well with soap after potential exposure to mould or mould spores
Take care not to disturb mould spores
A small area that is contaminated and has the potential to distribute mould to other areas even during the cleanup

If the mould problem is more than 10 square feet or if you've tried cleaning it yourself and the odour persists you need professional consultation.

Large and small projects mold inspection, testing and remediation projects

Treatments suitable for crawlspaces, attics, unfinished basement and carpets

Specialty treatments for Baby's rooms, pre-school playrooms, clinics and special care units

Mold prevention treatments for new homes and buildings under construction - product guarantees

Treatments for flood damaged, water damaged and fire damaged buildings

Call for an appointment. Telephone: 250-636-9000

Servicing the following areas: Stewart, Terrace, Dease Lake, Smithers, Kitimat, Prince Rupert

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