Duct Cleaning & Mold Remediation is beneficial, If its done correctly, says Singapore IAQ Specialist

Nov. 4, 2008 - PRLog -- Indoor Air Quality (IAQ) is of concern to all of us, since we spend a substantial amount of our time indoors, be it at the office, our home or other commercial buildings and establishments.

The first step to consider if you need to do a mold remediation or duct cleaning is to determine if the mold types (species) and levels or condition of your ducts  are the source for a current or potential health problem.

It is important before embarking on such tasks to appoint a professional who can conduct an indoor environmental walkthrough that includes a pragmatic series of diagnostic tests to determine the environmental status of your home or office.

What Does Mold Remediation and Duct Cleaning Entail?

Mold Remediation includes a  the total environment surfaces including fixtures and fitting i.e. drywall, wood, carpet, upholstery, building furnishings, etc., which may also include duct cleaning.

Based on the IAQ audit results determining the types of mold species residing in your environment and the levels of contamination will determine the remediation protocols.

It is important that the remediation service provider environmentally clean all the contaminated components so unclean sections will not cross contamination your environment.

It is highly recommended that porous surfaces which are highly contaminated should be discarded. Surfaces which can be decontaminated must use proper remediation protocols and as a added protection, a non leaching Anti-microbial chemicals can be applied to prevent or retard future growths. It is important that all chemicals used should be EPA registered for the specific application.

Duct cleaning entails cleaning the various cooling system components of forced air systems. These components include the supply and return air ducts and registers, grilles and diffusers,  condensate drain pans (drip pans), fan motor and fan housing, variable area volume (VAV) boxes, fresh air ductwork, and the air handling unit plenum.

A HEPA Air scrubber should be deployed to protect individuals from exposure to airborne dislodged contaminants during the cleaning process. A Laser Particulate Counter should be used to monitor the particulate level to ensure all airborne
Contaminates are removed

In an office type building, remediation should be performed during off office hours  to again minimize the disruption.

About IAQ Consultants Singapore
IAQ provides assessment and consultancy services in the fields of science and environmental through testing, inspection, remediation and application of technology with the aim of achieving a better indoor environmental quality for your environment.

IAQ AUDIT based on NEA guidelines
Building Sciences Evaluation
Environmental Health Check
IAQ Is a Accredited Environmental Microbiology Laboratory
Mold Remediation Services
HVAC System Remediation



Why IAQ?

IAQ has a vast experience of indoor environment testing, and providing customised solutions specific for the problems encountered. This has earned us a reputation for delivering Solutions for Healthier Environments - because  IAQ always attacks the root cause of a problem, not just its symptoms.

We are a multi-disciplinary, environmental testing & consultancy provider. Our experience & knowledge of environmental solutions is rigorously reinforced by the application of local & international standards.

Ride on the IAQ Advantage

Our proven multi-disciplinary approach addresses all potential environmental and social-responsibility requirements, providing our clients with:

•   Proven combination of local know-how and international experience
•   Effective and cost-efficient solutions, which meet regulatory and corporate requirements
•   Single source responsibility

Need Professional Assistance?

Please feel free to contact us @ Tel: 62419443 or email info@iaqsg.com if you are interested in having your indoor air tested or audited to monitor the Indoor Air Quality in your environment. For more information on iaq services, please visit http://www.iaqsg.com

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IAQ provides assessment and consultancy services in the fields of science and environmental through testing, inspection, remediation and application of technology with the aim of achieving a better indoor environmental quality for your environment.