POWER ENVIRONMENTAL HAS 35 YEARS OF MOULD REMEDIATION EXPERTISE. LET US SOLVE YOUR IAQ PROBLEMS

If you’ve discovered the presence of mould inside your property, the last thing you’ll want to do is ignore it. Left untreated, mould can impact the health of those exposed to it, especially those with allergies or asthma. Moreover, the longer mould sits on your property, the more damage it has the potential to cause.

If mould has invaded your property, call Power Environmental Management immediately. Our mould remediation team has the tools and experience to assess your mould problem and recommend an effective solution for eliminating it. When you call on us, we’ll:

• Identify sources of mould on your property
• Treat mould-infested areas
• Employ measures to prevent your mould problem from recurring

Don’t let a mould problem fester when Power Environmental Management can help. For more information about our mould remediation services or to schedule an appointment, call us today at 905-318-0622   We offer our expertise at an affordable price. 

How Can I tell if I have a Mould Problem

•  Visual Inspection
  A visual inspection for mould growth should in done in any area where “potential” contamination is possible (i.e. where water and a food source are present) such as on ceiling tiles, behind wallpaper, behind drywall, underneath carpets , in HVAC systems and on pipe insulation. The mould may be any colour: black, white, red, orange, yellow or violet. Dab a drop of household bleach onto a suspected spot. If the stain loses its colour or disappears, it may be mould.
•  Smell/Odour
  Sometimes moulds are hidden and cannot be seen. A musty or earthy smell often indicates the presence of moulds. However, a smell may not be present for all moulds.
•  Sampling
  There are three forms of sampling commonly used in mould investigations; bulk, surface and air.

Bulk samples are collected from visibly moulded surfaces by scraping or cutting materials with a clean tool and collected in clean plastic bag.

Surface samples are collected by wiping a measured area with a sterile swap or stripping the suspect surface with clear tape. In both cases, the samples are normally diluted and a specific volume (aliquot) is distributed over a sterile growth media. After a suitable growth period the colonies are identified and counted. The results are reported in colony forming units (CFU) and percentages of each organism type present. The results can also be expressed in terms of CFU per gram of material or CFU per square centimeter of area sampled.

At Power Environmental Management, we take the time to discuss your issues in detail. We can begin the process with a phone consultation or stop by your property and provide a free estimate. Our experienced team uses state-of-the-art tools, solutions, and techniques to resolve your problems.

When should you have a mould inspector  inspect/test for mould in your home?  Mould  Inspection should be done:

• if purchasing a home, especially if home was vacant or being bought  “as-is”.
• after any flooding or water damage to property structure.
• whenever you find a water leak that has been present for more than 24 hours.
• if you smell or suspect mould but do not see any visible mould growth. (Must smells)
• if unusual stains appear on furniture or building material.
• if someone in  your home experiences a long-term medical condition without a known medical cause.
• if someone in  your home experiences a long-term medical condition without a known medical cause.

Mould Symptoms

People respond to mould in different ways, depending upon the amount of exposure type of mould  and the person’s  health. Some people are more vulnerable to the effects of mould than others. This includes children, the elderly and those with a weakened immune system or other medical condition(s), such as asthma, severe allergies or other respiratory conditions.

Mold in your home can cause symptoms such as

• Asthma
• Sore eyes
• Itchy skin
• Runny or blocked nose
• Sneezing
• Coughing
• Sore throat

Learn more about Power Environmental mould remediation today and protect your health. Call the pros at Power Environmental Management and one of our professional staff members will be happy to speak with you. Contact us today and discover what we can do to treat your house.