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Monday, September 5, 2011
Mold Facts and info
Mold Facts
Mold is a tenacious, unwelcome guest. It climbs up walls, invades carpet and infests drywall. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) in Atlanta, six varieties of household mold are common, and three can produce toxins. The CDC linked one of them, stachybotrys atra, to cases of lung disorder in infants five years ago and many cases since. Unfortunately, it's impossible for homeowners to distinguish between toxic and the benign molds - they all look like black or gray sooty patches.
Stachybotrys atra (pronounced Stack-ee-bot-ris) is an especially lethal mold. It's part of a family of molds (others are Memnoniella and Aspergillus versicolor) that produce airborne toxins, called mycotoxins, that can cause serious breathing difficulties, memory and hearing loss, dizziness, flu like symptoms, and bleeding in the lungs. In 1996 and 1999 studies by Eckardt Johanning, M.D., of the Eastern New York Occupational and Environmental Health Center, people with prolonged exposure to mycotoxins from Stachybotrys and other fungi experienced chronic fatigue, loss of balance, irritability, memory loss and difficulty speaking. "These were college graduates who had been functioning at a high level, and now they can't," Johanning says.
Fortunately, Stachybotrys isn't found in homes as often as molds such as Cladosporium, Penicillium and Alternaria. Those are common, especially in damp states such as Texas, Louisiana, Florida and Oregon. Yet even they can cause health problems, including chronic sinus and respiratory infections and asthma. A 1999 Mayo Clinic study pegged nearly all the chronic sinus infections afflicting 37 million Americans to molds. Recent studies also have linked molds to the tripling of the asthma rate over the past 20 years.
When molds grow, it's usually in damp places, behind walls and under floors, above ceiling tiles or behind shower walls -- wherever there are wet cellulose materials they can feed on, such as wood, ceiling tiles, plasterboard, or accumulations of organic material inside air-conditioning and heating systems. Water is the key. Without it, molds can't get started, much less spread. But when water is left to sit for even 24 hours, common molds can take hold. If water continues to sit and areas become completely saturated, that's when a more lethal mold, such as Stachybotrys, can move in.
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Mold is a tenacious, unwelcome guest. It climbs up walls, invades carpet and infests drywall. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) in Atlanta, six varieties of household mold are common, and three can produce toxins. The CDC linked one of them, stachybotrys atra, to cases of lung disorder in infants five years ago and many cases since. Unfortunately, it's impossible for homeowners to distinguish between toxic and the benign molds - they all look like black or gray sooty patches.
Stachybotrys atra (pronounced Stack-ee-bot-ris) is an especially lethal mold. It's part of a family of molds (others are Memnoniella and Aspergillus versicolor) that produce airborne toxins, called mycotoxins, that can cause serious breathing difficulties, memory and hearing loss, dizziness, flu like symptoms, and bleeding in the lungs. In 1996 and 1999 studies by Eckardt Johanning, M.D., of the Eastern New York Occupational and Environmental Health Center, people with prolonged exposure to mycotoxins from Stachybotrys and other fungi experienced chronic fatigue, loss of balance, irritability, memory loss and difficulty speaking. "These were college graduates who had been functioning at a high level, and now they can't," Johanning says.
Fortunately, Stachybotrys isn't found in homes as often as molds such as Cladosporium, Penicillium and Alternaria. Those are common, especially in damp states such as Texas, Louisiana, Florida and Oregon. Yet even they can cause health problems, including chronic sinus and respiratory infections and asthma. A 1999 Mayo Clinic study pegged nearly all the chronic sinus infections afflicting 37 million Americans to molds. Recent studies also have linked molds to the tripling of the asthma rate over the past 20 years.
When molds grow, it's usually in damp places, behind walls and under floors, above ceiling tiles or behind shower walls -- wherever there are wet cellulose materials they can feed on, such as wood, ceiling tiles, plasterboard, or accumulations of organic material inside air-conditioning and heating systems. Water is the key. Without it, molds can't get started, much less spread. But when water is left to sit for even 24 hours, common molds can take hold. If water continues to sit and areas become completely saturated, that's when a more lethal mold, such as Stachybotrys, can move in.
http://www.eemold.com/mold.html
Our inspection process
The Restoration Process
After you contact a water damage service like The Water Damage Experts, we follow a general set of steps to handle the problem and fix it for good.
These steps include:
Initial inspection
Determination of the cause
Extraction of the water or sewage
Dehumidification of the affected area
Drying the area
Suggesting measures to prevent reoccurrence
Initial Inspection
When we receive your call, the first thing we do is get a handle on the situation by listening to your explanation of the water damage over the phone. Then, we promptly come to your home to do our own inspection of the problem. During each inspection, we thoroughly assess the area involved and attempt to deduce the root cause of the problem or water damage.
After you contact a water damage service like The Water Damage Experts, we follow a general set of steps to handle the problem and fix it for good.
These steps include:
Initial inspection
Determination of the cause
Extraction of the water or sewage
Dehumidification of the affected area
Drying the area
Suggesting measures to prevent reoccurrence
Initial Inspection
When we receive your call, the first thing we do is get a handle on the situation by listening to your explanation of the water damage over the phone. Then, we promptly come to your home to do our own inspection of the problem. During each inspection, we thoroughly assess the area involved and attempt to deduce the root cause of the problem or water damage.
Sunday, September 4, 2011
Types of Water Loss
Water losses fall into one of three categories. Determining these categories is key to introducing the proper drying techniques and designating what can and cannot be restored.
types of loss summary
CATEGORY 1
CLEAN WATER
This water originates from a source not posing substantial harm to humans
CATEGORY 2
GRAY WATER
This water contains a significant level of contamination and has the potential to cause discomfort or sickness if consumed by or exposed to humans
CATEGORY 3
BLACK WATER
Black water contains pathogenic agents and is grossly unsanitary
SPECIAL SITUATIONS
When a regulated material is present—in any water damage situation—a specialized expert may be necessary to assist in damage assessment, and government regulations will apply
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Dodorizing no Odors
Our professional-strength deodorizers neutralize odors, eliminating them at their source, and leaving behind a fresh, clean scent. We can also apply deodorizer to furniture and partitions for a refreshing working environment.
Cleaning Carpet
Carpet Cleaning Process
1.) Pre-inspection of area for type of materials, material condition, stains, and odors to determine the right cleaning materials and agents to use to get the best results.
2.) Pre-vacuum carpet to remove loose soil, surface dirt, pet dander, dust mites, etc
3.) Pre-treat stains and heavily soiled areas
4.) Complete steam rinse and extraction to remove dirt and stains which will make the carpet or rug clean and almost dry.
5.) Cleanup and final touches
Carpet Cleaning Services
Carpet cleaning
Wall to wall carpet cleaning
Area rug cleaning
Steam cleaning
Vacuuming
Pre-conditioning
Hot water extraction
Combination of hot water extraction and shampoo
Sanitizing
Stain removal
Odor removal
Urine removal
Spot removal
Pet stain removal
Anti-bacterial treatment
Upholstery cleaning
Drapery cleaning
Dry cleaning
Fast carpet drying
Oriental rug cleaning
Fresh clean scent
Safe products used
Same day service performed
Emergency response services
Free estimates
Pickup and delivery of rugs
Child and pet safe products
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All work guaranteed
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WATER DAMAGE
Water Damage FAQ
Water Damage Services
Water Damage Restoration
Water Damage Causes
DAMAGE RESTORATION
Sewage Removal
Mold Removal
Flood Water Extraction
Crawl Space Restoration
Water Damage Prevention
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"I was sold the first day your technician came to give us the estimate. He showed us his credentials and was very informative about what he had found."
OUR GUARANTEE
If you receive a lower price estimate from another company for the same service, WE WILL BEAT IT BY 5% !!
WATER DAMAGE
Water Damage FAQ
Water Damage Services
Water Damage Restoration
Water Damage Causes
DAMAGE RESTORATION
Sewage Removal
Mold Removal
Flood Water Extraction
Crawl Space Restoration
Water Damage Prevention
TESTIMONIALS
"I was sold the first day your technician came to give us the estimate. He showed us his credentials and was very informative about what he had found."
OUR GUARANTEE
If you receive a lower price estimate from another company for the same service, WE WILL BEAT IT BY 5% !!
Water Damage San Francisco, Marin, Vallejo, Concord, Castor Valley, Alameda, Oakland, San Jose, Water Damage Mold Removal Bay Area
San Francisco's Water Damage and Mold Removal Specialist for commercial and residential.
Timing is truly everything when it comes to minimizing water damage. Harmful mold, bacteria and mildew can start to form a mere 12 hours after a water emergency. Within 48 hours, a serious mold problem can occur.
CALL for fast response and a free quote on any of the following:
• WET HOME DRYING
• WET BUILDING DRYING
• WET HARDWOOD FLOOR DRYING
• WET FLOODED CARPET DRYING
• WET FLOODED CRAWLSPACE DRYING
• WET FLOODED BASEMENT DRYING
• SEWAGE DAMAGE CLEANING
• FLOOD WATER DAMAGE CLEANING
• MUD DAMAGE CLEANING
• MOLD DAMAGE CLEANING
• FIRE DAMAGE CLEANING
• CARPET WATER DAMAGE CLEANING
• WOOD FLOOR DAMAGE CLEANING
Remember time is money it's the water you don't see that can cause the most damage.
Service Cities:
Atherton | Belmont | Burlingame | Daly City | El Granada | Half Moon Bay | Loma Mar | Los Altos | Menlo Park | Millbrae | Montara | Moss Beach | Mountain View | Pacifica | Palo Alto | Pescadero | Portola Valley | Redwood City | San Bruno | San Carlos | San Mateo | Santa Clara | South San Francisco | Stanford | Saratoga | Sunnyvale | Woodside | Palo Alto | Menlo Park | Foster City | Hillsborough | Millbrae |
Service Zipcodes:
94027 | 94002 | 94010 | 94011 | 94013 | 94014 | 94015 | 94016 | 94017 | 94018 | 94019 | 94021 | 94025 | 94026 | 94030 | 94037 | 94038 | 94044 | 94060 | 94028 | 94061 | 94062 | 94063 | 94064 | 94065 | 94066 | 94070 | 94401 | 94402 | 94403 | 94404 | 94497 | 94080 | 94083 | 94301 | 94302 | 94303 | 94304 | 94306 | 94309 | 94022 | 94023 | 94024 | 94301 | 94302 | 94303 | 94304 | 94306 | 94309 | 95050 | 95051 | 95052 | 95053 | 95054 | 95055 |
Timing is truly everything when it comes to minimizing water damage. Harmful mold, bacteria and mildew can start to form a mere 12 hours after a water emergency. Within 48 hours, a serious mold problem can occur.
CALL for fast response and a free quote on any of the following:
• WET HOME DRYING
• WET BUILDING DRYING
• WET HARDWOOD FLOOR DRYING
• WET FLOODED CARPET DRYING
• WET FLOODED CRAWLSPACE DRYING
• WET FLOODED BASEMENT DRYING
• SEWAGE DAMAGE CLEANING
• FLOOD WATER DAMAGE CLEANING
• MUD DAMAGE CLEANING
• MOLD DAMAGE CLEANING
• FIRE DAMAGE CLEANING
• CARPET WATER DAMAGE CLEANING
• WOOD FLOOR DAMAGE CLEANING
Remember time is money it's the water you don't see that can cause the most damage.
Service Cities:
Atherton | Belmont | Burlingame | Daly City | El Granada | Half Moon Bay | Loma Mar | Los Altos | Menlo Park | Millbrae | Montara | Moss Beach | Mountain View | Pacifica | Palo Alto | Pescadero | Portola Valley | Redwood City | San Bruno | San Carlos | San Mateo | Santa Clara | South San Francisco | Stanford | Saratoga | Sunnyvale | Woodside | Palo Alto | Menlo Park | Foster City | Hillsborough | Millbrae |
Service Zipcodes:
94027 | 94002 | 94010 | 94011 | 94013 | 94014 | 94015 | 94016 | 94017 | 94018 | 94019 | 94021 | 94025 | 94026 | 94030 | 94037 | 94038 | 94044 | 94060 | 94028 | 94061 | 94062 | 94063 | 94064 | 94065 | 94066 | 94070 | 94401 | 94402 | 94403 | 94404 | 94497 | 94080 | 94083 | 94301 | 94302 | 94303 | 94304 | 94306 | 94309 | 94022 | 94023 | 94024 | 94301 | 94302 | 94303 | 94304 | 94306 | 94309 | 95050 | 95051 | 95052 | 95053 | 95054 | 95055 |
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