Mold Damage

Mold Causes Health Problems

Mold is a growing problem – believe it or not, regardless of the dry climate we live in. In fact, mold is simply a part of nature. When combined with disastrous floods or leaks, mold damage can be compounded and if it is not taken care of quickly, mold can be extremely dangerous. Mold can grow where no one can see or even smell it, as it tends to grow in moist areas like underneath floors and in between walls. Mold reproduces by means of tiny spores. The mold spores are invisible to the naked eye and float through outdoor and indoor air. For many, mold damage can go undetected for long periods of time. It is usually not until the mold damage becomes visible when the physical action begins.

There are many types of mold spores and none will grow without water or moisture. You have to have something feeding it in order for the mold to grow. Mold spores have the potential to cause major health problems. In some cases potentially toxic substances, known as mycotoxins. Allergic responses may include hay fever-type symptoms such as sneezing, irritation to the eyes, throat, can cause a runny nose, red eyes and skin rash, also known as dermatitis. Allergic reactions to mold are common, they can be immediate or delayed. Mold can also cause asthma attacks. Research on mold and its health effects is ongoing. For more detailed information consult a health professional.

Call A Real Professional like HiCaliber

If you are worried you may have a mold problem let our business take care of you and your property. Our professional and qualified technicians at HiCaliber are highly trained in spotting and detecting mold and then assessing how bad the mold problem has become. Whether at your home or office, time is of the essence so call HiCaliber today!

At HiCaliber, we can provide microbial investigation services to help you determine the nature and extent of your microbial problem. We collect samples of air and other media, including wallboard, flooring, insulation, and wood. Samples are also often collected from an outdoor area to compare outdoor conditions to conditions within the structure. The samples are analyzed by a qualified laboratory to determine the type of fungi that are present. The most common fungi found in structures following water intrusion are penicillium, aspergillus, and stachybotrys.

Following identification of the extent and nature of the mold problem, HiCaliber staff will recommend methods of remediation and abatement. Even though the extent of fungi present can be relatively small and confined, a professional, licensed mold abatement contractor like HiCaliber should do the professional remediation and put back process. For larger more widespread projects this may require relocation of building personnel while abatement work is ongoing.

To assure that all mold has been properly removed and is not an airborne hazard, HiCaliber will return following abatement activities to perform a post remediation inspection and collect air (and possibly surface) samples to verify that the mold has been eradicated.

Our equipment includes state of the art air sampling pumps that can collect air from suspect contaminated areas and within wall and ceiling cavities. We also have equipment that allows us to look inside walls and measure the moisture content of various materials. This monitoring equipment is especially important as it can pinpoint suspect areas and reduce sampling time and cost.

Services Included

Microbial Surveys Including Protocols for Abatement
Specification for Abatement
Abatement Monitoring
Post Remediation Inspections and Air Testing

Insurance Companies

HiCaliber has developed over the thirty years in the restoration business great working relationships with many insurance companies. We use the same itemized estimating software called Xactimate that the insurance companies use. This program is accepted industry wide. All the pricing used has been developed in conjunction with major insurance companies across the country. This estimating software allows us to accurately price each and every job specific to that job with full detailed reporting including a complete sketch of the loss, pictures, psychrometric charts, moisture readings and infrared image technology.

You will love our office staff who are knowledgeable, friendly and will make you feel at home. You’ll come as a client and leave as a life long friend, so just tell your insurance company you prefer HiCaliber and leave the rest up to us.

Locations

As the premier water damage and restoration company in Southern Utah and Mesquite Nevada, HiCaliber serves all cities including the most popular: