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Courthouse of Horrors

October 29, 2010

Inspectors found a significant mold spore count in the air and a large amount of slimy mold in the events. The building had a noticeable moldy smell. Employees have complained about “strokes, allergies, rashes.” In the last two years, three employees have had to be carried off by ambulance to the hospital.

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How Mold Spent Its Summer Vacation

October 14, 2010

Rather than discuss any individual case, I can just identify the patterns. Elementary and high school classes generally begin in late August or September. About a month before classes start, a custodial crew rolls into these school buildings, that have been more or less empty during the summer months, and begins a thorough cleaning in preparation for the students.

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Easley School Takes Mold Remediation Seriously

August 24, 2010

The school district isn’t springing for a commercial mold remediation company, but taking on the job themselves by vacuuming all surfaces with a HEPA vacuum, wiping all surfaces with an antimicrobial cleaner, and spraying with an antimicrobial disinfectant. They plan on removing moldy tiles and giving that HVAC system a thorough cleaning.

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Do We Need Mandatory HVAC Inspections?

November 10, 2009

The proposed HVAC inspection would be similar to how electrical inspections are handled and be fee-based, not costing the tax payers anything. What is surprising is that many HVAC contractors support the idea. They say inspections are needed for safety and to cut down on the number of unlicensed contractors. The Delmarva Master HVAC Association has written a letter to the council in support of required inspections.

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Mold Victims Win Settlement Against Employers

March 31, 2009

The lawsuit began when AP&S refused to release information regarding the indoor air quality of the building. Employees were suffering from symptoms, including “out of control asthma,” and needed this information at the behest of their doctors.

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The Players in the Mold Drama (Part 2)

March 20, 2009

Some moldicides and especially ozone generators that mold remediators use are at odds with the EPA. Fortunately, some mold remediation methods, such as the naturally-occurring TM-100 enzyme, are perfectly safe for the environment.

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HVAC and Mold Growth

January 12, 2009

A simple fix to your HVAC that can save you a bundle in the long run.

A properly funcitoning HVAC may be one of the best ways to prevent mold growth in your home or office. But because of the air distribution system of an HVAC, a malfunctioning system may be the perfect vehicle to spread mold spores throughout the building. Often, the difference between the two comes down to a small detail – which is why HVAC requires proper design, assessment, and maintenance to keep it preventing – not exacerbating – mold growth.

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