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Water Extraction, Microbial Remediation and Restoration ProceduresIn hot and humid environments such as the greater Houston and surrounding areas, mold can become a problem. The nonprofit Institute of Inspection, Cleaning and Restoration Certification (IICRC) recommends you contact a certified professional to ensure that mold is removed correctly and occupants are protected throughout the job.Mold and other microbial contaminates become a problem inside a home when there is excessive humidity or moisture in the home. The problem can originate from sudden water releases such as a burst pipe, a large spill or sudden area flooding, or from a chronic problem such as a leaking roof, a malfunctioning appliance, deteriorating plumbing or overflow from the emergency condensate pan of your HVAC system. Even high humidity or warm moist air condensing on cool surfaces can trigger mold problems.
- To prevent further contamination, a professional must first contain the area then conduct a thorough inspection.
- The source/s of humidity and flooding are located and addressed.
- For area flooding furniture and other movable items are removed and addressed separately.
- Heavily contaminated materials are isolated, removed and properly disposed of.
- Wet materials are then dried. This includes the use of pumps, wet vacuums, dehumidifiers and blowers.
- Carpets and upholstery are then cleaned with commercial grade, truck-mounted deep steam cleaning equipment.
- If air ducts are wet or contaminated with mold or other microbes, negative pressure is created to prevent debris and spores from spreading to unaffected areas while the ducts are cleaned.
- EPA approved sanitizers and deodorizers are then used to kill any remaining spores and to further protect the cleaned areas from future contamination for up to six months.
- Replacement materials are then installed or recommendations given for purchasing replacement materials from dependable sources.
- Upon completion the home/business owner should schedule a followup visit at six months. It is
 recommended that air ducts and ventilation systems be cleaned by a service provider every 2 years.
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