Have you ever watched professional dryer vent cleaning in action? I just did. Amazing how fast and efficiently that crew worked to take care of all 32 units in my condo complex. Equally amazing was how much gunk they got out of those dryer ducts.

Now if you live in a single family home, you might not have the chance to witness dryer duct cleaning on such a grand scale (and you might not find it as enthralling as I do, but please don’t judge). However, no matter where you live, regular cleaning of the dryer vent is important for your home.

Learn three compelling reasons why, plus dryer vent cleaning cost and maintenance tips.

Why dryer vent cleaning is essential
1. Energy efficiency. Over time, your dryer vent (which carries away water vapor produced by the clothes drying process) gradually gets clogged with dust, lint and hair from your laundry.

Obviously, a blocked vent won’t do its job as well, meaning that the dryer spin cycles will become less efficient and drying times will be two or three times longer than normal. Besides the increased wear and tear, your dryer will require more electricity or gas to operate, raising your fuel bills.

2. Relative humidity regulation. Another side effect of a clogged dryer vent is higher indoor humidity. The lint buildup inside the venting system acts like a sponge, absorbing and holding moisture from the dryer, rather than channeling it safely outdoors.

This raises the relative humidity above the ideal of 30-50% leading to dampness-related problems such as condensation on your windows. If untreated, the eventual result is likely to be mold damage to your house.

3. Safety for your home and family. Clogged vents threaten your household’s safety. They increase the likelihood of short circuits and other electrical hazards and in the case of gas dryers, prevent proper exhausting of carbon monoxide.
In addition, they cause the dryer to overheat, a serious fire risk. The US Fire Administration reports an annual 100 injuries, five deaths and $35,000,000 in property loss from residential clothes dryer fires. The leading cause of dryer fires? Quite simply, failure to clean the dryer.

When should you clean your dryer vent?
Once a year is recommended for dryer vent cleaning. Clean more often if you do large amounts of laundry, you have a long and/or angled dryer duct, or you spot any of the following «clogged vent warning signs»:

— Laundry loads take longer than usual to dry.
— Clothes are hot when you take them out.
— Your lint trap collects more gunk than normal.
— The dryer’s exterior is hot (not just warm) to the touch.
— The air in your laundry room feels exceptionally warm and/or humid.
— You detect a smell of scorching or burning near the dryer.
— The outside dryer vent cap or louver is not opening normally.

Dryer vent cleaning: DIY or call A pro?
DIY dryer duct cleaning for the average home is not a particularly difficult task. CNET offers a clear how-to vent cleaning guide. (If you’re into gadgets, you might want to buy a dryer cleaner kit online; however, these are effective only for shorter vent pipes … and have been known to get stuck in longer ones.) CAVEAT: Wear a breathing mask to protect yourself from the clouds of lint that you’ll let loose.

You may find it more cost-effective to invest in a professional dryer vent cleaning service. This is especially true if:
— you have respiratory problems
— you’re short of time and energy
— you’d prefer not pay for, or store, all the necessary equipment
— your dryer vent pipe is long (10 feet or more) or has several bends, curves or angles
— you have a rooftop dryer vent, rather than one on an exterior wall

Dryer vent cleaning cost
The cost to hire dryer duct cleaners near you — usually an HVAC tech, plumber, or handyman — is not prohibitive, about $130 on average. Expect the whole process to take about 30-45 minutes. And if that’s your thing, enjoy the show.

Dryer vents and local building code
Building code specifications for dryer vents vary from area of the country to another. InterNACHI, the International Association of Certified Home inspectors, offers recommended safety guidelines, based on International Residential Code Section M1502: Clothes Dryer Exhaust.

8 preventive dryer vent maintenance tips
Here are eight practical tips to help your dryer vent stay clear longer:
1. Clean the lint screen. Pick lint off after every use. Handwash the screen occasionally to remove fabric softener residue (dry thoroughly before putting it back). Once monthly, use a skinny, long-handled brush to clear the lint trap, the cavity where the screen sits. (The first time I ever did this, to a 2-year-old dryer, I pulled out a softball-size clump of dust.)

2. Clear around the dryer. Make sure the area under and behind your dryer is free of dust bunnies, animal hair, etc. Never stack your freshly washed clothes on top of the dryer.

3. Keep unhemmed or torn fabrics out of the dryer. Raw edges, such as those of quilt pieces or cleaning cloths, fray more easily, producing larger quantities of lint. Hem them first or line dry.

4. Avoid machine drying rubber or plastic. Bathmats, pet beds, running shoes, and other items containing rubber or plastic may deteriorate when machine dried. Particles can flake off, clogging your dryer vent.

5. Always air-dry dirty clothing or towels. If you dry, say, a sandy bathing suit, all that sand will end up in your dryer and its vent system. NOT a good idea. Air-dry soiled items instead.

6. Never cover the vent outlet with a screen. The vent flap should be sufficient to keep out small animals. A screen will trap some of the lint which ought to be going outdoors.

7. Install a metal duct extender. If you haven’t already, do yourself and your family a favor by installing a smooth metal duct extender (the piece that connects the dryer to the wall vent). Plastic and foil are easily crushed, restricting airflow … not to mention that they’re both flammable at high temperatures.

8. Buy a full-size dryer. Is it time to replace your dryer? Unless you’re squeezed for space, purchase a full-size model, rather than a smaller, stackable one, nd have it professionally installed. It will do a much better job of blowing air, as well as drying your laundry.

My two cents on dryer vent cleaning
And what’s the verdict, after the dryer vent cleaning at my home?

My clothes are drying faster, the dryer itself feels cooler and I don’t worry about dryer fires anymore. I’d call that a win.
Laura Firszt writes for networx.com.

source https://www.columbiadailyherald.com/lifestyle/20200117/gunk-be-gone-cleaning-dryer-vent-is-good-for-your-home

Process Efficiency Cleansing in the Mold and Tool Market

17.01.2020 | Editor: Nicole Kareta

Any company that uses molds and tools in its production process needs cleaning services, that is to say, companies that produce parts made with molds. This applies not only to the plastics and rubber industries, but also to metal casting.

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There are technical and financial advantages of ultrasonic cleaning for the maintenance of tooling and molds:

• non-abrasive technology

• improved cleaning quality

• increased shelf-life for your molds and tooling

• less time spent on maintenance

• partial dismantling of molds

• masked time working

• lower running costs

Who are the Professionals who Use this Type of Service?

The cleaning process can be described by using the analogy of a cake tin. After having baked a cake, the cake tin need to be cleaned. No matter what type of cake is make. This procedure can be transferred to the manufacturing industry. For example, Fisa offers solutions for foundries, injection molding, rubber industry and core boxes. These are sectors where sustainable molds are used. These are not molds that are discarded after use, but are reused for each production series. Two types of customers can be distinguished: End-users, who clean the molds after use and mold manufacturers who have to clean these new tools after having made them. Any company using molds and tools is a potential customer.

How Many Tools are there to Clean?

If a company has only one mold to clean per month, a cleaning installation is difficult to make profitable. For customers with very few tools, it’s not the cost of the investment, but the length, and especially the cleaning results that count. For example, cleaning a mold can occupy three people for three to four days. With the use of machines, the same thing is done in one hour. So of course, a cleaning installation represents a big financial investment, but it can save a contractor time, and enable him to restart production after one or two hours. As a result, cost-effectiveness can be calculated in different ways. Cost-effectiveness is better when there are many tools to clean every day, or when the tools are very delicate (filigrees). There are very simple tools, such as those for making a bucket for example: easy to clean by hand. But there are also very small and detailed parts, such as gear wheels for example. Cleaning them by hand is extremely complicated.

Customer Needs in the Current Market

Opting for a ‘cheap’ machine can be a dangerous decision. Let’s take the example of a customer in the toy industry. On his different production lines he uses tools that cost millions of euros. If he buys a cheap cleaning system and it destroys his tools, the resulting damage will cost him several hundred thousand euros. Companies therefore want a partner who can offer them a reliable process and a complete solution. Fisa not only supplies cleaning tanks, but also rinsing tanks. In the installations of the company the parts can also be immediately dried with hot air or dewatering or undergo a form of passivation to protect them from corrosion.

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The Lorain Demolition Board of Appeals added seven houses to the demolition list.

The Board met Jan. 16 for its first meeting of the new year in City Hall, 200 W. Erie Ave.

Board members looked at what inspectors discovered when they examined vacant houses.

Gregory Landry, housing rehabilitation administrator for the city, went over all seven of the houses on the agenda and cited reasons why the buildings are a nuisance and should be placed on the demolition list.

Landry listed each house’s deficiencies.

Assistant Safety-Service Director Ricardo Soto asked if the cost to repair the houses would cost more than 50 percent of the house value.

For every house, Landry said that cost to repair would exceed 50 percent of the house’s value.

333 W. 25th St. owes $225 in back taxes

Landry said the house has “stairs that don’t extend the length of the porch, damaged porch skirting, doors and windows boarded up.”

He noted similar deficiencies around the home and a “severe overgrowth” in the back.

The interior has damaged walls and ceilings, debris, a missing ceiling in the kitchen, and kitchen facilities are “inadequate.”

1225 and 1227 W. Second St. owe $23,480 in back taxes

“In the front, the left corner of the porch support and the porch itself is sagging and failing,” Landry said. “On the side, we have some overgrowth.”

He also said the house has damaged siding, trash debris, damaged decking to the balcony, a side that is “completely overgrown,» and the roof of the garage has caved in.

The interior has cracks in the plaster on one of the walls, water damage and holes in the ceilings, debris, animal feces, electrical hazards, damaged floors and potential mold growth, Landry said.

1921 W. 23rd St. owes $5,317 in back taxes

“The front of the house has been boarded up … and it looks like some damage on the roof, also,” Landry said. “Rear of the building; that gutter is missing … we boarded up that door because of complaints.”

This house also has overgrowth issues, and the inside has a ceiling that is coming down with insulation and drywall has been removed.

Debris was found, the walls are failing, the roof is failing and the ceiling in the bathroom is caving in.

903 E. 36th St. owes $11,573 in back taxes

Landry said the house has some overgrowth on one side and fire damage on the other.

There is a hole in the roof.

“Going into the property, we have failing services on the ceiling … we have smoke damage there,” he said. “We have some construction waste there. The bottom decking of the roof is charred along with the rafters.”

He also said the upstairs bathroom facility is “inadequate.”

1922 W. 20th St. owes $6,422 in back taxes

Landry said the outside of the house has overgrowth and failing steps leading to inside.

“As we enter the home, we have cracks in the foundation,” he said. “We have some debris. In the corner of the basement, we have what appears to be some seepage.”

Landry also cited some water damage and a place in the house where someone “appeared to be squatting.”

The house also has damage to doors, cabinets, ceiling, electrical outlets hanging out of the walls and a bathroom where the sink is “full of animal feces.”

114 W. 26th St. owes $8,749 in back taxes

“The windows and doors have been boarded up by the Building Department,” Landry said. “This was the property that months ago, two people were found to have overdosed inside of it. The owner of this property is deceased.”

The house has debris and overgrowth on the outside, decking that is rotting away and the roof is missing some shingles, he said.

The inside of the home has needles on the ground, trash, debris, a mattress and cracks in the plaster on the ceiling and walls.

1142 W. 20 St. owes $3,726 in back taxes

“We have gutters that are failing, we also have some missing fascia,” Landry said. “The porch ceiling is failing.”

The basement is full of trash and debris.

It also has potential mold growth with potential water seeping in, Landry said.

Attention needed

There are different reasons why vacant houses get the city’s attention, Landry said.

“It could be a complaint from a neighbor or the owner could be deceased and the children don’t want it,” he said. “At a certain point, it’s presented to the Board and they decide whether it should be on the demolition list.

«It’s generally older homes, 50 to 60 years, but it could be more recent with deficiencies. The properties are also not always ones that have been vacant for too long; you’d be surprised what some people live in.”

Landry said the next step is for the county to come in and do the actual demolition of the home.

“It’s all on their time table, and I don’t know how they determine which one they do next,” he said. “Just to give you an idea, we have some properties on the demolition list that were put there a couple of years ago, and they are still standing.”

Soto said the demolition process is good for the safety of the public.

“These homes are a hazard,” he said. “You have an issue with people squatting and doing drugs inside them, so having them abated is for the safety of the public.

«We saw recently what happened in Port Clinton (14-year-old Harley Dilly was found dead Jan. 14 in a chimney). Hopefully, we can prevent something like that from happening.”

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AUSTIN, Texas, Jan. 16, 2020 /PRNewswire/ — «The Secret Life of Mold,» a podcast released by Mold Inspection Sciences Texas, recently sat down with Robby Jackson, general manager of Blackmon Mooring & BMS CAT Austin, to discuss the solution for a more efficient response to mold.

«Mold remediation is the process of treating mold-contaminated areas, effectively stopping, reducing, and repairing the growth of mold,» said Jackson. «Mold needs warmth, moisture, and food. Anytime there is a water loss, it needs to be dealt with immediately. It only takes 48 to 72 hours for mold to become present.»

«Not enough people know that mold assessments and remediation are two different processes that should be kept separate and professionally handled,» he said. «However, when used in a collaborative effort, they can help solve a mold issue much more comprehensively.»

So what makes this relationship so much more efficient? According to Jackson, it’s the checks and balances, the open lines of communication, and having that unique detection expertise available while the restoration is in process.

«During mold inspections valuable data is collected, so assessment and remediation can successfully work together,» says guest co-host and Mold Inspection Sciences Texas Chief Operating Officer Mike Marshall. «Investigating, collecting samples, and laboratory testing is the only way to know for sure what type of mold is present, how much mold is present, and how it may be impacting the indoor environment.»

«That is how we know for sure that we are properly containing, cleaning, and restoring impacted areas,» Jackson adds. «Without a scope of work, we are left to assumptions.»

«That open line of communication with a consultant and a partner like Mold Inspection Sciences Texas is critical in that type of transition, if necessary. And we’ve done that on quite a few occasions with unbelievable success.»

It can also be downloaded on Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/how-mold-assessment-and-remediation-work-hand-in-hand/id1459902004?i=1000459942855.

About The Secret Life of Mold:
Mold can lurk undetected, wreaking havoc and making you, those around you, and your property sick. The Secret Life of Mold team know the plethora of myths, misconceptions, and scare tactics that cause confusion and fear. The Secret Life of Mold podcast is armed with proven and experienced tips, tools, strategies, and information on all things mold, allergy, and air quality issues that you need to know.

About Mold Inspection Sciences Texas:
Mold Inspection Sciences Texas (http://www.moldinspectiontexas.com/) was founded in 2007 by CEO Michael Bains with one simple goal in mind: to provide affordable, professional, and high-quality mold inspection and testing services to people across Texas suffering from the nuisance of mold. Over the past 12 years, MISTX has successfully performed and solved thousands of investigations, providing safer and healthier conditions for a wide variety of clients to thrive in.

About Blackmon Mooring & BMS CAT:
Blackmon Mooring & BMS CAT started in 1948 as a furniture and dye shop. Blackmon Mooring has grown to become a leader in each service area where it practices — from fire and water restoration to storm damage recovery. The earliest founders of Blackmon Mooring built their business on reliability, quality, and superior customer service. In 1981, the company expanded its reach globally with the addition of the BMS CAT division, and since then it has responded to some of the world’s most devastating disasters. Today, the company follows the same principles it was founded upon, and always remembers that the customer is the cornerstone of the business.

Information: http://www.blackmonmooring.com/.

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Commercial property owners install tile flooring due to its superior strength and aesthetic appeal. The type of tiles defines how effectively the owner improves property values. Maintaining the flooring prevents depreciation and possible slip and fall accidents. Learning the importance of cleaning tile and grout helps business owners maintain the flooring more proactively.

Maintaining a Sanitary Property

Maintaining a sanitary environment prevents the risk of workplace illnesses. Tile collects dirt, dust, and allergens due to high foot traffic volumes. Without proper cleaning, the build-up increases health risks for workers and illnesses due to germs, allergens, and pathogens. Professional cleaning eliminates unsanitary conditions that threaten workers.

Preventing Mold and Mildew

Preventing mold and mildew lowers health risks and potential property damage. Moist conditions in kitchens and bathrooms increase the risk of mold and mildew developing on the grout and underneath the tiles. Any rooms with poor ventilation are at a greater risk than other spaces. Black mold is often classified as toxic and increases the risk of serious respiratory diseases. Regular tile and grout cleaning prevent the risks of mold and mildew.

Improving the Aesthetics of the Tile

Improving the aesthetics of the tile helps the business owner maintain a reputation for caring about their property and making good first impressions. Commercial buildings with tile flooring throughout require specialty services to maintain the flooring. If the owner doesn’t schedule regular cleaning services, the flooring becomes aesthetically displeasing and discourages customers and visitors from entering the property. For businesses such as retail stores, this could lead to a decrease in customers and, ultimately, the shutting down of the location.

Eliminating Unwanted Odors

Eliminating unwanted odors promotes a healthier and more pleasant workplace. In some commercial settings, spills are more prevalent, and odors develop due to shortcuts in cleaning up the messes. Over time, the odors become trapped in the grout and are harder to remove through mopping alone. Professional grout and tile cleaning removes the odors and cleans the grout and tile more effectively. Commercial property owners who want to learn more about eliminating unpleasant odors can visit https://cuttingedgeflooringservices.com/ for more details now.

Preventing Tile Damage

Preventing tile damage helps business owners control repair costs. Tile and grout require regular cleaning to prevent damage. Buildup on the grout leads to a loosening of the tiles, and the tiles could become damaged due to a lack of proper support. Cleaning away the buildup is the first step to protecting tile flooring.

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Cutting Edge Flooring Services presents commercial property owners with guaranteed cleaning opportunities. All customers receive fair pricing and are greeted by kind and professional technicians. All cleaning services are scheduled according to the property owner’s preferences, and all cleaners arrive on time. Commercial property owners who want to learn more about the services are encouraged to visit https://cuttingedgeflooringservices.com/contacts/ for more information now.

Commercial property owners install tile flooring for improved aesthetics to create stylish workspaces. Maintaining the flooring lowers the risks of property damage and accidents. Business owners who schedule professional cleaning services for the tile flooring get more of a return on their investment.

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Storms cause billions of dollars in property damage to homes, businesses, schools and other institutions. California is no exception, with heavy rains, floods, strong winds, storm surge and even a handful of tornadoes hitting the state each year.Many of the properties that get damaged end up with various degrees of water damage. Anytime there is moisture or elevated humidity levels indoors, even if it’s just for a short period, mold can quickly begin to grow. The presence of mold can cause a myriad of health concerns for building occupants and those tasked with making repairs. Anyone who is sensitive to mold may experience a stuffy nose, irritated eyes, wheezing or skin irritation. For those with mold allergies, they may have difficulty breathing and shortness of breath. Mold exposure can even trigger an asthma attack for some with the condition.“To help prevent mold growth, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) posted information about the importance of cleaning up and drying out a water damaged building quickly, within 24 to 48 hours or less when possible,” said Michael Chapman, Laboratory Manager of LA Testing’s Huntington Beach facility. “The agency reports that all porous items that have been wet for more than 48 hours and cannot be thoroughly cleaned and dried should be removed. Porous items listed by the CDC that typically can’t be cleaned include carpeting and carpet padding, upholstery, wallpaper, drywall, floor and ceiling tiles, insulation materials, clothing, leather, paper, wood and food. Removal and cleaning are important because even dead mold can cause allergic reactions in many people.”The laboratory testing experts at LA Testing are dedicated to helping those who have suffered property damage involving water and moisture. With multiple facilities across California, LA Testing offers mold and other laboratory services, sampling supplies, easy-to-use test kits, personal protective equipment (PPE), building inspection tools and air monitoring instruments. They have also sponsored an educational video about mold after a natural disaster that can be seen at: https://youtu.be/wK2R-BXp4KU.To learn more about water damage, mold or other indoor air quality, environmental, occupational, health and safety issues, please visit www.LATesting.com, email  info@LATesting.com  or call (800) 755-1794. For access to IEQ test kits, visit www.EMSLTestKits.com.About LA Testing
LA Testing is California’s leading laboratory for indoor air quality testing of asbestos, mold, lead, VOCs, formaldehyde, soot, char, ash and smoke damage, particulates and other chemicals. In addition, LA Testing offers a full range of air sampling and investigative equipment to professionals and the general public. LA Testing maintains an extensive list of accreditations including: : AIHA-LAP, LLC (AIHA-LAP, LLC EMLAP, AIHA-LAP, LLC IHLAP, AIHA-LAP, LLC ELLAP), CDC ELITE, NVLAP, State of California, State of Hawaii Department of Health and other states. LA Testing, along with the EMSL Analytical, Inc. network, has multiple laboratories throughout California including South Pasadena, Huntington Beach, San Leandro, San Diego and Ontario.

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By New Frontier Data

While the first full year of America’s federally restored domestic hemp industry began with U.S. farmers energized by enthusiasm for seemingly limitless commercial possibilities, by its end a host of practical realities had dampened many of their outlooks.

Passage of the 2018 Farm Bill the previous year motivated unprecedented cultivation: Nationwide, awarded licenses for hemp cultivation in 2019 surpassed a half-million acres (i.e., 200,000 hectares), or some 450% beyond total acreage in 2018. Unfortunately, many neophytes were stung by logistical barriers characterized by a lack of mature infrastructure (i.e., a lack of testing labs and processing facilities, etc.) which resulted in ruinous bottlenecks along the supply chain.

Other farmers found their crops afflicted by a more traditional nemesis: mold.

Though hemp is more resistant to pests and disease than other crops, it is not immune to them. Risks of mold are particularly keen for hemp cultivated solely for CBD extraction, since those plants’ cultivated buds can easily absorb and retain moisture. For example, in Oregon last year, a bout of late-season rainfall caused an outbreak of mold which resulted in millions of dollars’ worth of damage to crops.

Among common mold strains plaguing hemp are powdery mildew, gray mold, and white mold.  As implied, powdery mildew appears as white powdery spots which make the hemp plant look as if dusted with flour. Conversely, gray mold often leaves brown, water-soaked spots on hemp buds, whereas white mold is characterized by fluffy white mycelial growth on the leaves and bud.

There are several tactics available for hemp cultivators to defend their crops. For those cultivating hemp for CBD extraction, the surest is to grow one’s crop in a greenhouse.

While outdoor cultivation is much cheaper than operating a climate-controlled environment, Mother Nature can be captious: Changes in humidity, temperature, or precipitation can each spur development of mold on crops.

When cultivated indoors, plants should be kept at least 10 feet away from a wall to prevent contamination, with air properly circulating to prevent mold build-up. Any infected plants should be quarantined. HVAC (heating, ventilation, and air conditioning) filters should be replaced monthly, with HEPA (high-efficiency particulate air) filters installed along with UV lights in the HVAC systems to reduce contamination. Anti-microbial flooring is another worthy consideration.

When curing hemp, the use of dry, airtight containers and oxygen-absorption packs is recommended, as are periodic check-ups for moisture build-up. The better that hemp is cured and stored, the less likely that it will become infected with mold.

Beyond those measures, hemp cultivators should note that the Environmental Protection Agency recently approved pesticides identified for hemp cultivation, including several fungicides.

As the Hemp Business Journal outlined last fall, such substances are considered biopesticides by the EPA and are «tolerance-exempt,» which means there is no amount of the pesticide’s active ingredient which is regarded as harmful to humans.

No amount of regulations or changes in technology will eliminate all risks of mold. However, by remaining cognizant of moisture levels, environmental temperature, and by investing in the right equipment, cultivators can ensure that their crops are protected while minimizing risks of damage done by any development of mold.

The post New Hemp Crops Cannot Escape an Old Adversary: Mold appeared first on New Frontier Data.

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AUSTIN, Texas, Jan. 16, 2020 /PRNewswire/ — «The Secret Life of Mold,» a podcast released by Mold Inspection Sciences Texas, recently sat down with Robby Jackson, general manager of Blackmon Mooring & BMS CAT Austin, to discuss the solution for a more efficient response to mold.

«Mold remediation is the process of treating mold-contaminated areas, effectively stopping, reducing, and repairing the growth of mold,» said Jackson. «Mold needs warmth, moisture, and food. Anytime there is a water loss, it needs to be dealt with immediately. It only takes 48 to 72 hours for mold to become present.»

«Not enough people know that mold assessments and remediation are two different processes that should be kept separate and professionally handled,» he said. «However, when used in a collaborative effort, they can help solve a mold issue much more comprehensively.»

So what makes this relationship so much more efficient? According to Jackson, it’s the checks and balances, the open lines of communication, and having that unique detection expertise available while the restoration is in process.

«During mold inspections valuable data is collected, so assessment and remediation can successfully work together,» says guest co-host and Mold Inspection Sciences Texas Chief Operating Officer Mike Marshall. «Investigating, collecting samples, and laboratory testing is the only way to know for sure what type of mold is present, how much mold is present, and how it may be impacting the indoor environment.»

«That is how we know for sure that we are properly containing, cleaning, and restoring impacted areas,» Jackson adds. «Without a scope of work, we are left to assumptions.»

«That open line of communication with a consultant and a partner like Mold Inspection Sciences Texas is critical in that type of transition, if necessary. And we’ve done that on quite a few occasions with unbelievable success.»

It can also be downloaded on Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/how-mold-assessment-and-remediation-work-hand-in-hand/id1459902004?i=1000459942855.

About The Secret Life of Mold:
Mold can lurk undetected, wreaking havoc and making you, those around you, and your property sick. The Secret Life of Mold team know the plethora of myths, misconceptions, and scare tactics that cause confusion and fear. The Secret Life of Mold podcast is armed with proven and experienced tips, tools, strategies, and information on all things mold, allergy, and air quality issues that you need to know.

About Mold Inspection Sciences Texas:
Mold Inspection Sciences Texas (http://www.moldinspectiontexas.com/) was founded in 2007 by CEO Michael Bains with one simple goal in mind: to provide affordable, professional, and high-quality mold inspection and testing services to people across Texas suffering from the nuisance of mold. Over the past 12 years, MISTX has successfully performed and solved thousands of investigations, providing safer and healthier conditions for a wide variety of clients to thrive in.

About Blackmon Mooring & BMS CAT:
Blackmon Mooring & BMS CAT started in 1948 as a furniture and dye shop. Blackmon Mooring has grown to become a leader in each service area where it practices — from fire and water restoration to storm damage recovery. The earliest founders of Blackmon Mooring built their business on reliability, quality, and superior customer service. In 1981, the company expanded its reach globally with the addition of the BMS CAT division, and since then it has responded to some of the world’s most devastating disasters. Today, the company follows the same principles it was founded upon, and always remembers that the customer is the cornerstone of the business.

Information: http://www.blackmonmooring.com/.

MEDIA CONTACT:
Susie Hays

Q2Mark
susie@q2mark.com 

760-458-9201

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