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Mold Myths
Bleach kills mold Dead Mold is fine Not all molds are harmful
Truth Over 100,000 different Molds Mold needs four things to grow and populate
1. Moisture2. Temperature3. Moving Air4. Carbohydrates
Mold in the Wall
Five ways Mold will grow in the wall Dryer vent vented into a wall void Cold Air duct running in the wall against a
warm wall Plumbing Leak Flooding where there is subsequent damage
to wallboard Heavy water intrusion into insulation and
drywall
The MoldExterm™ System
Part A: Apply anti-microbial product to kill mold and mildew in treated areas. This EPA-registered product can ONLY be applied by certified pest control technicians like ours!
Part B: Apply our unique, proprietary, patented and long-lasting polymer to seal dead mold spores and prevent their return to treated areas. This sealer is only available for application by certified MoldExterm™ companies.
Part C: Lower the relative humidity levels within the structure by installing a specially-designed Stanta Fe dehumidifier.
Renewable service agreement—up to FIVE YEARS!
Dehumidification Mold grows at 70% relative humidity Big Box Stores
Most dehumidifiers available in big box stores are not designed for basement/crawlspace use
Santa Fe Dehumidifiers 11 Merv Filter—filters mold spores out of the
air 12.5 Gallons in one day 6.7 amps
Runs on fewer amps than other dehumidfiers Saves on Electric Bills
Other Methods Traditional Remediation
Ripping out the mold-infested materials Expensive The old way
Caltex System Will pit metals
Bora Care Mold Care Can’t be used on non-porous surfaces and does not seal
Bleach Building materials will absorb large amounts of the active
ingredient, causing the gradual loss of chlorine gas into the living space for an extended period of time*
Not labeled for wood treatment* Do Nothing
Not an option when wanting to rent space, keep tenants, or sell a house.
*: According to Mississippi State University
Additional Support CDC—Facts about mold
http://www.cdc.gov/mold/stachy.htm
EPA—Mold remediation in schools and commercial buildings http://www.epa.gov/mold/mold_remediation.html
IAQA—Indoor Air Quality Association http://www.iaqa.org/education/general_info.htm
Mississippi State University Extension Service Department of Forestry—Controlling Mold Growth When Cleaning Flooded and/or Rain-Wetted Homes http://msucares.com/forestry/topics/documents/14e-mold.pd
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