Mould Removal and Remediation

There are an estimated 100,000 species of fungi scientifically identified. Mould is a type of fungus. Mould and fungal spores are to fungi what pollen is to plants. In small amounts the human body is able to deal with fungal and mould spores in the same way it copes with pollen. However, some people are greatly affected by pollen and others are not. So mould spores can have a similar effect.

Properties suffering from excess moisture or condensation problems or after water damage or flooding, can have mould colonies develop. When visible to the naked eye, these mould colonies can represent a significantly higher production of spores than is normal in normal background conditions.

It is therefore essential that large quantities of mould (areas in excess of 1 sq. m. or thereabouts) are removed carefully so as not to contaminate or cross-contaminate unaffected areas of a property with spores from the affected area by careless removal. Containment techniques may be necessary.

While we should not fear mould, we need to avoid spreading it within our living spaces as it may result in further germination and poor indoor air quality.

Mould Remediation Standards:

• IICRC S520 - Standard for the Remediation of Mould Damage

Our Technical Director, Adam Jankowski teaches Mould Remediation as a consultant instructor at The National Flood School.