If you are noticing mold or mildew odors in your home, it is possible that you have a hidden mold problem. Molds often emit musty or other unpleasant odors. The presence of a musty, moldy odor does not mean that you definitely have a mold problem, but this type of odor is often an early indicator of a hidden mold problem. Don’t wait to get it checked out. Hidden and undetected plumbing leaks often lead to extensive water damage and mold. We are experts at locating hidden plumbing leaks. Some plumbing leaks are obvious while others are not. Our moisture detection equipment... View Article
Cost for mold remediation can vary anywhere from a few hundred dollars to several thousand depending on the amount of mold and if it needs to be physically removed “for example drywall that typically needs to be removed or a hard surface that can be simply cleaned and treated.” For example in an attic as long as the structural integrity of the wood is sound most all mold can be removed safely and effectively affording the customer a 15yr and up to a lifetime warranty. Basements are a primary concern in Western New York and Pennsylvania due to the inclement weather... View Article
One of the rooms in the house where you’ll most often see mold is the basement. Buffalo NY is known for older homes having basement water infiltration causing excessive moisture and mold development. Ahold of Mold Environmental has the experts to properly remove your mold from your basements we also are a licensed New York State Mold Remediation Contractor. Below you will find info that can help with mold in your home or business. There are many sources of moisture found in the basement. And any water problem in the basement usually takes a long time to dry out. This... View Article
Simple Strategies For Understanding & Correcting Attic Mold- Attic mold is extremely common in our Northern climate & Attic Mold growth is generally attributable to 4 basic causes. 1) Lack of adequate ventilation or improper ventilation 2) Existing, past roof, or roof flashing leaks. 3) Improperly exhausted bathroom fans, and or, dryer vents 4) Failure to install enough “Ice Shield Membrane along the eaves. By far the most common cause of all attic mold is improper ventilation. We’ll briefly discuss each problem and the appropriate remedy as well as covering the basic mold remediation strategies recommended for the Northern geographical... View Article
Make sure safety and health precautions are taken by cleanup professionals and occupants. Mold-contaminated buildings can be associated with a number of health problems. Anyone involved in the mold remediation process must be protected from exposure through a combination of practices and controls. A post-cleanup assessment by an independent environmental expert should follow the mitigation. An effective mold remediation cannot be developed without first determining the extent of the contamination to be removed. To ensure that remediation work is being properly performed, it is highly recommended that appropriate documentation of the remediation process be kept by project management Control of mold... View Article
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