NYC Mold Removal Specialists - Improving Indoor Air Quality

During warmer weather the emphasis on assessing and controlling indoor air quality tends to focus on microbiological issues, especially fungus contamination.

During warmer weather the emphasis on assessing and controlling indoor air quality tends to focus on microbiological issues, especially fungus contamination. Along with maintaining a balance between energy efficiency, acceptable indoor environments, and cost effectiveness, building professionals throughout Manhattan and the 5 boros must now consider an increasing number of tenant complaints resulting from reactions to fungal contamination, increase their understanding of fungi, and develop methods to deal with fungal contamination in their
facilities.

More than 100,000 species of fungus have been identified, including mildews, molds, mushrooms, and yeasts and although they more closely resemble animals, are classified as a
separate kingdom. Fungus diseases result from damage to body tissue as harmful fungi use parts of our cells for nutrients or release potent toxins. Common fungal illnesses range from allergic reactions of varying severity to superficial infections, broncho-pulmonary infections, sinus infections, asthma, and hay fever are largely based on the individual's sensitivity to each fungus present.

Elevated moisture is the major contributor to indoor micro-biological activity and when materials are obviously damp or wet, or humidity is greater than 75%, there is greater opportunity for fungal growth. The severity of growth is further influenced by the amount of time materials are allowed to remain wet and undisturbed. Since humidity is usually greater at material interfaces than in ambient air, most documentation warns of indoor humidity above 60%, and advises, for optimum drying after water intrusion, humidity be reduced and
maintained below 50% and preferably below 40% as quickly as possible.

Along with moisture, the type and quantity of nutrients and air velocity play an important role in the growth of microorganisms. Basically, a dirty environment provides more nutrients for mold growth than a clean environment and dust, dirt, and materials such as wood, paper, adhesives, acoustical fiber, drywall, plaster, paints, and textiles provide an environment ideal to spore germination and growth. Most indoor fungi grow best when the ambient air is stagnant this is why it's important to have good ventilation and positive airflow going throughout your home.

Spore counts considerably higher in indoor air as compared to outdoor air indicate accelerated fungal growth and the possibility of contamination. This is why it is important to hire a company like ours root causes of mold growth aggressively and to establish a plan to maintain an environment that provides human comfort while inhibiting mold growth. Specific methods of assessing and remediating fungal contamination should be based on the extent of visible
contamination and underlying damage.

In the case of mold growth you should contact a professional immediately. We at Five Boro have over 15 years of experience in mold remediation and water damage prevention having serviced homeowners as well as businesses in the NYC area in such locations(but not limited to) TriBeCa, SoHo, Chelsea, Upper and Lower East Side as well as Brooklyn, The Bronx, Queens and Staten Island. We use the latest in mold inspection & remediation technology such as infrared cameras that detect leaks and excess moisture behind the walls. Our certified and experienced staff is extremely knowledgeable in mold inspection and remediation and will provide the necessary process needed to eliminate the mold in your home while preventing future mold growth. Since no two houses are the same you can rest assured that your home will be treated on an individual basis. So if you have a mold problem please don't wait any longer, contact us for an inspection. What may seem like a insignificant mold problem can result to further contamination not only for your home and may possibly be affecting your health and well-being as well turn into a big problem not only for your home but f or your health and well-being as well.

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