Reconstruction/Mold Treatment/Mold Treatment

Mold treatment is the process by which mold is removed and a structure is sanitized. There are a variety of methods that yield acceptable results that vary in required time and financial investment. Mold treatment steps Prepare Site: Turn off Electric, if damage, set up generators outside of home. Open windows, doors for airflow. Stay outside, and wait till utility company comes. Debris Removal: Remove, everything that was wet from flood. Carpet, Bed, Electronics. Place pots and house products in places where mold would not be attracted. HEPA Vacuum: Remove mold growth on exposed framing using dry bristle brushing Reclean any remaining visible areas of growth Homes where studs are already fairly dry, use only the dry cleaning/HEPA vacuum Wet Cleaning: Use a damp non-phosphate detergent and water. Starting at the ceiling, with sponge mops and hand sponges until all is removed If wood does become saturated, allow it to dry completely before restarting Failure to allow surfaces to dry result in water damage (wood rot) or new mold growth. Sanitizing: Hard surfaces that are in the house, should use a disinfectant to kill contaminants. Damp wipe all tubs, bath and kitchen, surfaces use a solution of 1 cup recon to 1 gallon of water. (Please note that bleach will not kill the spores of the mold, and mold will be able to regrow) Borate Treatments: With a moisture meter, measure wood surfaces for moisture content moisture content should be less than 20%, for application of a borate solution. Wash or mist the wall with an borate solution using a paint brush or brush roller Final Drying: Continue to keep windows open, for at least 7days to let the house dry out Try to avoid future spread of mold or debris to enter by wearing proper equipment