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Mold
Do you perform mold inspection and
removal?
Yes. We offer mold inspections, mold
remediation (removal or abatement), abatement planning, and
management services.
Is Ecometrex certified for mold
removal?
Ecometrex is certified by the Institute of
Inspection, Cleaning, and Restoration Certification (IICRC).
We have visible mold in our
basement. Is this dangerous to our health?
Health effects associated with mold exposure vary
from individual to individual and are largely determined by the
predisposition of the exposed occupant as well as the level of
contamination. Individuals with allergies, asthma, the young
or elderly, or those with compromised immunity are generally at
greater risk, but even healthy individuals can experience health
effects such as irritation, allergies, sinusitis, and asthma.
You should consult with your physician if you suspect health
problems due to mold or other environmental contaminants.
There is no acceptable level of fungal (mold)
contamination on interior building materials or concealed cavities.
If mold is present, you should consider professional services to
properly identify its cause and the extent of contamination.
Visit the following page for more information:
Health Effects of Indoor Fungi
Do you recommend air testing for
mold?
We do not recommend air sampling for mold during
routine investigations. Bioaerosol sampling is subject to
considerable variation and is prone to false negative and false
positive results when the sampling is poorly designed.
Furthermore, health-based criteria for airborne mold do not exist.
Air sampling should be used only to evaluate or document potential
exposures under circumstances requiring stringent documentation
using proper sampling designs.
If you suspect a mold problem, the most reliable
technique involves visual inspection coupled with moisture testing
and invasive inspection into concealed building cavities.
Visit the following page for more information:
Bioaerosols
Moisture Testing
When conducting
moisture testing using wall probes,
do you recommend testing from the interior or the exterior?
Either approach is acceptable.
We generally recommend wall probes be performed from
the interior face of wall sheathing. During the wet season,
the prevailing vapor drive will be to the interior; thus, the
interior face will exhibit latent moisture levels - assuming that
moisture intrusion is ongoing and the test was performed during
suitable conditions. In the dry season (winter), the
prevailing direction of vapor drive is from interior to exterior.
The primary concern in cold climates will be condensation on the
interior surface of wall sheathing (the condensing surface).
It therefore makes sense to test from the interior side in winter as
well.
The exterior face of stucco cladding is also
suspected to false positives due to contact with building
paper and lath. Conversely exterior probes can be misleading
if hammer probes project too far into the wood sheathing.
Visit the following pages for more information:
Interpreting Moisture Test
Results or Moisture Testing
Building Restoration
Do you provide free estimates?
We provide free estimates to homeowners, building
owners, or facility/property managers. Fees may apply for
estimates requiring site visits outside our immediate service area.
Is Ecometrex a licensed
contractor?
Yes. We are licensed by the State of Minnesota
as a general contractor.
General Questions
Do you provide services for homes
and other residential buildings?
Ecometrex proudly serves all sectors including single
family residential, multi-family residential, commercial, industrial
facilities, and public/government.
Is your company certified?
Ecometrex is certified by the Institute of
Inspection, Cleaning, and Restoration Certification (IICRC).
Do you provide free estimates?
We provide free estimates to homeowners, building
owners, or facility/property managers. Fees may apply for
estimates requiring site visits outside our immediate service area.
What is your service area?
Our immediate service area is the Twin Cities
Metropolitan area, including the surround suburbs. We
can also perform services throughout the state and region.
Please contact us to make arrangements for
services outside out immediate service area.
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