Mold removal procedure in homes in Maine
Because we are a certified Paul Davis Restoration company we will:
Return your emergency call within 30 minutes, 24/7/365
In an emergency we will be onsite within two to four hours
Site Evaluation
Discuss with you our remediation goals
Photograph your loss
Always – Safety First – Always!
Homeowner & Pets
Abatement Crew
Personal Protection
Containment Control
Step 1 - Select personal protective equipment
- Respirator
Full-face HEPA
Filter down to 0.3 microns
- Protective clothing
Disposable or washable
Eye Protection (if less than full-face)
Gloves (impervious to chemicals and sharp objects
Step 2 - Contain Work Area, limit access
Contain around areas of visible and suspected mold growth
Air-tight
Decontamination Isolate air-handling system
Shut down HVAC
Seal supply and return grills
Establish critical barriers w/ double layer polyethylene and duct tape
Establish negative air pressure
HEPA-filtered ventilation equipment
Step 3 - Prepare area to minimize mold disturbance
Remove accessible surface growth w/ HEPA vacuum
Step 4 - Perform Remediation Activities
Removal all carpeting and furnishings with visible mold or exposure to moisture longer than 48 hours
Remove porous materials (i.e., drywall, pressboard cabinets, structural elements that cannot be brought to suitable condition)
Thoroughly clean all non-porous materials (i. e. tile metal, porcelain, finished wood, hard plastics, concrete.
Step 5 - Clean as needed
HEPA vacuum, shampoo, or steam-clean fabric furniture, carpeting
Air scrub containment area.
Step 6 - Final cleaning and drying of non-porous surfaces
Step 7 - Facilitate complete drying of all materials
Use dehumidifiers, fans, heat lamps, and ventilate with dry air
Complete drying may take days or weeks
Step 8 - Perform post-remediation and document work performed
Step 9 - Deconstruct containment and remove air-handling equipment
Step 10 - Reconstruct and replace materials