The presence of active mold growth inside an occupied building requires remediation measures to remove the growth. Existing industry standards published by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), American Industrial Association (AIHA), Institute of Inspection, Cleaning and Restoration Certification (IICRC), American Conference of Industrial Hygiene (ACGIH) and others all emphasize the need to remove the mold growth. This is defined as the demolition and removal of affected porous materials such as carpet, drywall and insulation, and the thorough cleaning of non-porous materials such as wood, metal, vinyl and hard plastic. [Read more…]
What is Sick Building Syndrome?
Sick Building Syndrome (SBS) is a term used to describe a situation in which building occupants experience acute health effects or comfort issues that appear to be linked to the time spent in the building, with no specific illness or identified cause. SBS differs from Building Related Illness (BRI) because in BRI, the symptoms of diagnosable illness can be attributed to exposure to indoor air contaminants. SBS refers to nonspecific symptom complaints such as irritation of the throat, eyes, nose, and skin, headaches, and fatigue. These symptoms are felt by individuals while in their work space. The symptoms may worsen throughout the work day and disappear when they leave the work building. [Read more…]
Customer Testimonial: Can’t Recommend These Guys Enough
Recurring sinus infections led me to look on the NJ Better Business Bureau to find a company specializing in mold inspection & remediation. Due to the reputation that mold remediation companies have for using fear tactics to charge a fortune, I was leery in my expectations. I selected ACS and scheduled an appointment to have a home inspection for mold. Matt did the inspection- he was thorough, knowledgeable and patiently answered all of my questions. I felt comfortable trusting him (he is neither an alarmist (the house is a disaster) or a ‘yes’ man (everything is fine). As I took him around the house, he explained his findings and talked me down when I wanted to send out samples of everything to be tested (each test sample is an extra charge). He recommended that 1 sample be tested (insulation from the HVAC) and took it with him. The report findings & recommendations were straightforward and made sense. The sample did contain mold. Remediation activities included cleaning the subfloor (behind the dropped ceiling) as well as removing the insulation and treating the inside of the HVAC chamber. Tony & Charles did the job impeccably. Owner Dave Kichula was a pleasure to deal with- answered questions/emails when I had them, and always took my phone calls. Air Consulting Services is old school quality, professionalism & customer service that is becoming a dinosaur. Can’t recommend these guys enough.
Caroline
Edison NJ
Do Air Purifiers Work?
One of the common responses many folks have when they are feeling sick is to fire up an air purifier. This is particularly true when the sick person is a young child with a form of respiratory disease such as childhood asthma. Clients ask, “When do air purifiers work and when not. Is it worth the cost of the purchase and operation?” [Read more…]
Six Signs of Indoor Air Contamination in the Home
Mold contamination has become the most common indoor air quality issue we encounter, both in commercial and residential buildings. Based on frequency, mold is followed by formaldehyde, other volatile organic compounds, and finally pesticides. We are often asked by clients how to recognize that a contaminant is present. This is not an easy question, but I will try to summarize the most common signs that occur in the residential home. [Read more…]
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