Mold thrives in damp environments, spreading quickly and causing structural damage and health risks like respiratory problems and allergies. Often hidden behind walls or under carpets, mold is difficult to detect and even harder to eliminate without professional help.
SpecGen’s mold inspection and remediation services ensure a safe and mold-free environment. Our process includes:
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Air samples are collected inside the property and compared against outdoor reference samples. Elevated indoor spore counts relative to outdoor levels indicate an active mold condition in the building, even when no visible mold is present.
Where mold growth is visible or suspected, surface samples are collected and sent to an accredited laboratory to identify the species present and confirm that what is growing is mold. This is particularly important for confirming the presence of Stachybotrys (black mold) and other high-concern species.
Mold grows where moisture is. We use moisture meters and, where appropriate, thermal imaging to map moisture levels throughout the property and identify the source of the water that is feeding the mold. Remediation without addressing the moisture source will result in mold returning.
Affected areas are isolated from the rest of the property using physical barriers and negative air pressure to prevent mold spores from spreading during remediation. This is a critical step that many inadequate remediation attempts skip, leading to cross-contamination of previously unaffected areas.
Air scrubbers with HEPA filtration are deployed in the work area to capture airborne mold spores throughout the remediation process.
Porous materials that cannot be effectively cleaned, including drywall, insulation, and carpeting with significant mold growth, are removed and disposed of as regulated waste. Non-porous materials are cleaned and treated.
All affected surfaces are treated with EPA-registered antimicrobial agents to kill remaining mold and inhibit regrowth. Encapsulants may be applied to treated structural elements where appropriate.
SpecGen Clean works with property owners to identify and address the moisture source that allowed mold to develop. Without this step, mold will return.
After remediation, SpecGen Clean provides recommendations for moisture control, ventilation improvements, and ongoing monitoring to prevent mold recurrence. For properties with chronic moisture issues, we can also provide indoor air quality testing to establish a clean baseline post-remediation.
SpecGen Clean conducts post-remediation clearance testing to confirm that mold levels have been returned to acceptable conditions before occupants return and before structural repairs are completed. Clearance documentation is provided in a written report.
Mold remediation costs depend on the extent of contamination, the size of the affected area, and the materials involved. Small, contained mold problems are significantly less expensive to remediate than widespread contamination that has penetrated structural materials. Contact SpecGen Clean for a free assessment and estimate. We will give you an honest price based on what we find, not a number designed to get us in the door.
Mold remediation may be covered by homeowners or commercial property insurance if the mold resulted from a covered event, such as a burst pipe or storm flooding. Mold that developed from long-term moisture problems or maintenance neglect is typically not covered. SpecGen Clean provides documentation to support insurance claims where coverage applies.
The timeline depends on the scope of contamination. Contained mold in a small area may be remediated in one to two days. Extensive contamination involving multiple rooms or structural materials can take a week or more. SpecGen Clean will give you an estimated timeline after the initial assessment.
Yes. SpecGen Clean conducts pre-remediation sampling to establish the scope of contamination and post-remediation clearance testing to confirm that mold levels have been returned to acceptable conditions. Written clearance documentation is provided.
Stachybotrys chartarum, commonly called black mold, produces mycotoxins that can cause respiratory symptoms, fatigue, headaches, and other health effects, particularly with prolonged exposure. Any mold growth in a property should be assessed and remediated, regardless of color. The species identification from laboratory sampling helps guide the remediation approach.
