Commercial Mold Remediation 4 Ways To Prevent Mold In Commercial Buildings

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COMMERCIAL MOLD REMEDIATION

• 4 WAYS TO PREVENT MOLD
• IN COMMERCIAL BUILDINGS

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• Mold can be very challenging to deal with. They
  can sometimes be difficult to spot, they pollute
  the air, and they can even threaten the
  structural integrity of your establishment.
• It gets even more problematic with commercial
  properties since they can cause business
  interruption, make you, your employees, and your
  clients sick, and of course, cost you a lot of
  money.
• Fortunately, its very easy to prevent if you
  just know-how. Plus, doing so doesnt cost much.
  In this article, we are going to talk about
  commercial mold remediation tried-and-tested
  ways on how to do deal with mold for commercial
  properties.

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WHAT TYPES OF MOLD ARE COMMONLY FOUND IN
COMMERCIAL BUILDINGS?

• There are different kinds of molds, but there are
  five that are most commonly found in both
  residential and commercial establishments
• Alternaria  These are spores that start
  propagating outdoors but are usually carried
  indoors by dry summer winds.
• Aspergillus  Heres a type of mold that
  propagates indoors more frequently. The problem
  is, this is also classified as a type of toxic
  mold that can be highly toxic when inhaled.

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• Cladosporium  This type may not be as toxic as
  the previous one, but can still be as equally
  deadly since this kind of mold is most known for
  causing asthma attacks.
• Penicillium  This type is the easiest to spot
  with their greenish or yellowish color. They also
  prove toxic to inhale in large amounts.
  Fortunately, if not for them, we wont have
  penicillin.
• Stachybotrys  Finally, we have the very popular
  Stachybotrys, also known as the black mold. Any
  property owners nightmare. Thats because this
  is the type of mold that weakens the structure of
  your home and create a weird odor.

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• So you see, mold in homes are the same ones that
  will grow in your commercial property. Heres
  another question we also get frequently whats
  the difference between mold and mildew?
• You can easily spot the difference through their
  appearance. Mildews white and powdery, while
  mold is green and slimy. The biggest problem,
  though, is that mildew doesnt do any lasting
  damage to a property, or at least not how mold
  can.
• Mold doesnt discriminate. Houses, stores,
  warehouses, even vehicles. If left to its own
  accord, you can be sure that it will consume your
  property little by little. Anyway, now that we
  are more well-acquainted with it, lets find out
  what causes it?

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WHAT CAUSES MOLD IN COMMERCIAL BUILDINGS?

• Mold is primarily caused by uncontrolled
  moisture. That may come from a leaking roof or a
  loose plumb fitting. Their spores may also be
  brought in from the outside through air vents,
  air systems (both heating and cooling units), and
  more. Again, as we have mentioned above, mold
  doesnt discriminate, but it loves to stick to
  more organic objects like paper products,
  upholstery, and wood.

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HOW TO PREVENT MOLD IN COMMERCIAL BUILDINGS?

• So how does one prevent it? Here are some tips
• Deal with leaks. Whether that be coming from the
  roof or loose plumbing, it is important to deal
  with them immediately. Its going to prevent
  water damage too.
• Use a dehumidifier. Your establishments humidity
  must always be maintained and kept at no higher
  than 50. We understand how it can be challenging
  to keep track, so your bet is to
  install commercial dehumidifiers
• Ensure proper ventilation. Keep your air vents
  and air filters clean, and that the enclosed
  areas of your establishment are free of moisture.
• Deal with flooding immediately. Dont let
  stagnant water sit too long and seep into your
  wooden walls, flooring, and furniture.

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• Thats it, by keeping the tips we have shared
  with you in mind, we are sure that your
  commercial establishment will be free of both
  mildew and mold.
• We understand, however, that even with the mold
  control practices, these pesky fungi can still
  strike, as if out of nowhere. If this happens,
  then please read on to learn how to remove them.

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HOW TO REMOVE MOLD IN COMMERCIAL BUILDINGS?

• We will be sharing with you a quick step-by-step
  guide on how to get your mold problem in control,
  but we honestly suggest that you let it be done
  professionally unless you are adequately trained
  in commercial mold remediation.
• Let your area undergo a mold air test. A
  professional mold inspection will give you some
  insight into how much the contamination is in
  your establishment. Ask your mold remediation
  team to test other rooms as well, even those that
  youre sure are not contaminated.

2. Seal off the area. Once the area is
determined, it will need to be sealed before
decontamination can proceed. This will
prevent the mold from spreading further as well
as keep untrained personnel from
accessing the said area and cause
cross-contamination.
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• 3. Ready your equipment. You will need
  various commercial mold remediation
• equipment in order to begin such as air
  scrubbers, commercial air movers, industrial
• dehumidifiers, and more. There are also other
  products like mold cleaners and mold
  disinfectants that would be good to have.
• 4. Commercial mold remediation. You can now start
  the process of cleaning infected
• surfaces and purifying your air.
• 5. Test your area. Once you have finished the
  process, you may ask a certified mold
• inspector to do a mold toxicity test again in
  order to ensure that, indeed, it is free of mold
• spores.
• 6. Clean your equipment. After you are
  absolutely sure that the area is clean, you must
• then move on to your equipment. Most filters can
  be replaced. If yours cant, then you can
• sterilize them to make them ready for the next
  task and to avoid cross-contamination as well
  once you take them out of the sealed space.

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• 7. Maintain clean air. There are air filters and
  air moving machines that you can set to change
• your air at least every four hours. In this way,
  your commercial space will always be free of
• indoor air pollution.
• 8. Maintain a clean space. Finally, you may now
  continue practicing the preventive tips we have
  
• shared with you above in order to make sure that
  your space wont be invaded by mold again
  anytime soon. Regular mold inspection and testing
  are also key in order to catch the problem as
  early as possible next time.
• Congratulations! You have just freed your space
  of mold contamination.

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HOW MUCH DOES MOLD REMEDIATION COST?

• You can always attempt to do the mold remediation
  yourself, but just in case you decide to take the
  pro route, you will need to set aside a budget
  for the following
• Mold Inspection Cost
• Mold Testing Cost
• Mold Mitigation Cost

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HOW LONG DOES MOLD REMEDIATION TAKE?

• Finally, you might be wondering how long the
  entire process will take, especially if it means
  shutting off operations for a while.
• This will depend on how serious your case and how
  big the infected area is. Dont worry, you can
  ask your professional mold remediation team to
  make a detailed plan for you that includes the
  costs and dates of the entire procedure.

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CONCLUSION

• If you thought that mold only grows in
  residences, then you are mistaken. There is mold
  in commercial buildings and mold in office
  buildings too. Fortunately, it is very easy to
  get the services of professionals such as mold
  experts and mold contractors in order to get rid
  of your spaces contamination. Feel free to
  practice the preventive measures we have shared
  with you above as well. Who knows? With these
  steps, you might not even need a mold specialist
  in the first place.

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