In the last few months Mouldoff has seen an increase in real estate related calls about mould. Often a seller needs to correct a problem that the buyer's home inspector has found. It's an interesting trend.
Buyers and sellers are becoming more educated on mould and its effects on building structures. Often issues are small and easily corrected. However, sellers are picky about what they walk into - and understandably so as purchasing a home is a large investment. Buyers do not want mould remediated incorrectly.Consumers know that there is a right way and a wrong way of doing everything.
Real estate agents are aware of consumer's knowledge and have become proactive when dealing with mould issues found in a home. Mould does not have to hurt the sale of a home. With an expert consultation peace of mind is given to the buyer and the sale continues to move forward.
For all our buyers and sellers out there during this buying season, kudos to you for educating yourself and protecting your investment. To all the real estate agents, fantastic work on caring for your clients.
Mouldoff works with real estate agents and consumers. If you need some help with your home before or during a sale, please contact our office to see how we can help. 905-549-8144. Our web site is full of information too. Visit us online at www.mouldoff.com
Jun 17, 2011
Jun 13, 2011
Mould Services Offered
Mould Inspections
A mould inspection is carried out when occupants detect mould. All of our mould inspections are carried out by our friendly experts who will gladly answer any questions during their examination of your premises. They are professionally trained to locate, identify and remediate all types of mould - visible and invisible.
Mould Removal
Mould remediation is a designed process to safely remove mould growth from our living spaces. Health and safety for the building occupants and remediation workers is priority one. It is important to use proper work practices and isolation techniques to protect the occupants and workers, but also to prevent spreading of spores to unaffected areas.
Indoor Air Quality Monitoring
Six key air quality factors, recognized as critical by Canada's Healthy Indoors Partnership (HIP), are analyzed and compared to acceptable levels. The third party analysis ensures a comprehensive and authoritative report that is measured by government standards. Your certified technician will explain the report and recommendations and create a plan of action if one is needed.
Mould Products
For the do-it-yourselfer, Mouldoff provides an eco-friendly mold and mildew cleaner. Use it in your home, you cottage, in your car, on your boat, or outside. This unique product has been tested world wide in many different and difficult environments with excellent results. MOLD*OFF is made with the highest grade of ingredients and has excelled where many other products have failed.
Other Services
Mouldoff offers a variety of services for everyone. Although inspections and remediation are the most common, Mouldoff can find a solution for you. Whether you have allergies and need your dwelling tested, or had a flood and need assistance, we can help.
A mould inspection is carried out when occupants detect mould. All of our mould inspections are carried out by our friendly experts who will gladly answer any questions during their examination of your premises. They are professionally trained to locate, identify and remediate all types of mould - visible and invisible.
Mould Removal
Mould remediation is a designed process to safely remove mould growth from our living spaces. Health and safety for the building occupants and remediation workers is priority one. It is important to use proper work practices and isolation techniques to protect the occupants and workers, but also to prevent spreading of spores to unaffected areas.
Indoor Air Quality Monitoring
Six key air quality factors, recognized as critical by Canada's Healthy Indoors Partnership (HIP), are analyzed and compared to acceptable levels. The third party analysis ensures a comprehensive and authoritative report that is measured by government standards. Your certified technician will explain the report and recommendations and create a plan of action if one is needed.
Mould Products
For the do-it-yourselfer, Mouldoff provides an eco-friendly mold and mildew cleaner. Use it in your home, you cottage, in your car, on your boat, or outside. This unique product has been tested world wide in many different and difficult environments with excellent results. MOLD*OFF is made with the highest grade of ingredients and has excelled where many other products have failed.
Other Services
Mouldoff offers a variety of services for everyone. Although inspections and remediation are the most common, Mouldoff can find a solution for you. Whether you have allergies and need your dwelling tested, or had a flood and need assistance, we can help.
Mould Glossary - Relevant to mould inspections, testing, and remediation
Allergen - A substance inducing an allergic reaction (e.g.: mould, pollen, dust, grasses).
Antigen - Fungi, bacteria, or other toxins that induce an immune reaction
Antimicrobial - A method or product that discourages or inhibits the growth of microorganisms
CMHC - Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation
Colony - Individual fungi growing collectively
Containment - Technique used to prevent the spread of mould from a contaminated area to other areas.
Contaminant - A substance present in an environment where it does not belong that can have adverse effects.
Cross-contamination - The spread of contaminates from the affected area to (formerly) unaffected areas.
Decontamination - Disinfection of contaminated areas, materials, or other items to make them suitable for use.
Dehumidification - A process that decreases the moisture content in the air.
Disinfectant - A method or chemical used on objects to destroy unwanted microorganisms.
EPA - Environmental Protection Agency
Fungus – An organism that live by decaying and absorbing the organic material in which they grow.
Hazardous materials - A class of materials that can be harmful to one’s health.
HEPA - High Efficiency Particulate Air filter can remove 99.97% of aerosolized particles to 0.3 microns in size.
Humidity - Dampness and/or moisture in the air
HVAC - Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning
IAQ - Indoor air quality
IAQA - Indoor Air Quality Association
IICRC - Institute of Inspection, Cleaning & Restoration Certification
Incubation - Cultivation of microorganisms in surroundings favourable to their growth.
Microbial volatile organic compound (MVOC) - Odours formed by active bacteria or fungi (“musty” or “mouldy”).
Microbiologist - A scientist who studies biology and microorganisms and their effects on other living organisms
Micron - A micron is a unit of length equal to one millionth of a meter commonly used in particle measurement.
Mildew - Mildew is a fungus that produces an external growth on organic matter found on various decaying substances.
Mould - A growth produced especially on damp or decaying organic matter or on living organisms by a fungus.
Mycotoxin - A toxin produced by fungus.
Negative pressure - To lessen the air pressure in a space to that of the surrounding areas
Off-gassing - Release of airborne particles or vapours
Organism - An individual plant or life form
Positive pressure - To create air pressure within a space that is greater than that of the surrounding areas
Relative humidity - The amount of moisture held in the air relative to the temperature.
Remediation - The process of removing a problem such as mould infestation
Respirator - A mask-like device, worn over the mouth, or nose and mouth, to protect the respiratory tract
Sampling - The process of collecting materials (such as mould spores) OMIT for analyses
Scope of work - A remediation work plan outlining steps to be taken
Spore - A small reproductive particle that is capable of growing into a new organism (like a seed).
Swab test - The process of removing a small portion of surface material for analysis.
Toxin - A poisonous (toxic) substance.
WHO - World Health Organization
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