Mold Self-Cleanup Tips

This is the third article of a three part series on mold cleanup.  Many people call, wondering how they can cleanup a  small mold problem on their own.  This is a hard question to answer because "small" can mean various things to different people.  In this article we have included some suggestions from the EPA along with some suggestions from our in-house experts.  In any case, if there is any question about how to safely cleanup the mold, call us and we would be happy to give you an estimate or recommendations for your situation.

1. The key to mold control is moisture control.
   
2. Scrub mold off hard surfaces with detergent and water, and dry completely.
   
3. Fix plumbing leaks and other water problems as soon as possible.  Dry all items completely.  If you have had a flood, drying the area completely and applying mildecide are very important for the first 24-48 hours after to prevent mold growth.
   
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Mold Testing vs. Mold Remediation

This is the 2nd part of a 3 part series on Mold.

Once you've discovered that you have mold (check-out our signs and symptoms article from last week), it is time to test the areas of mold.  At ARS we are certified for Mold Remediation only.  We are NOT certified in Mold Testing.  Some people sometimes wonder "What's the difference?"  That's what this article is about.

Mold Testing

Before any mold remediation work can be done, ARS will call in an Industrial Hygienist to test the mold areas in the home or business.

What is mold testing?

-The collection of mold samples for laboratory analysis.  An Industrial Hygienist wi

Golf Tournament Fundraiser

Yesterday, Tuesday August 5th, a golf tournament was held at Birch Creek Golf Course as a fundraiser for the Cache Education Foundation.  What a success!  Many area businesses were there, including ARS, to support and help raise money for the foundation.  All the proceeds from the tournament will go to teachers and students for grants and scholorships.  ARS is a proud supporter of the Cache Education Foundation and was able to sponsor a hole, which was a lot of fun for us and for the players..  To find out more about the foundation and what it is accomplishing for Cache County children and teachers, check out their website.

Mold

This ARS update is the first of a three-part article concerning Mold.  We recieve calls daily with questions regarding mold and its health affects, how to get rid of mold, etc.  Mold is a serious problem and should be removed as quickly as possible to keep occupants from having health problems.  In this article, we'll give some common signs and symptoms of mold and in the following articles, we'll explain the difference between Mold Testing and Mold Remediation/Removal, and tips on how to take care of small mold problems.

Signs and Symptoms

Mold is a fungi that needs very little to survive- it can basically survive and thrive off of air, moisture and food.  Buildings such as your home are a feeding fest for mold, especially when there is a leak, or moisture from high humidity.  Living in a dry, desert climate such as Utah sometimes leaves people naive to the possibilities and risks of mold.

Cleaning up.... Stan Laub Center

ARS just completed cleaning the Stan Laub Indoor Training Center last week on USU's campus.  John Konzelman was our lead carpet technician who along with some of our other carpet technicians, cleaned and sanitized the entire turf area to prevent bacteria from spreading to USU's athletes.  The Stan Laub Center is a full width football field 95 yards long which allows USU's football team to practice on an artificial turf surface. It took John and the other technicians a full week to finish the cleaning!  ARS loves supporting the Aggies and is the 'Official Restoration Provider' of Utah State Athletics.  GO AGGIES!