Check out our Advanced Restoration team member John with his 1-800-DRY-ME-OUT Debut on YouTube. This footage was taken at the 2011 Business Expo at the Tampa Bay Downs. The expo was hosted by the Upper Tampa Bay Chamber of Commerce.
John is interviewed at 6:49 into the video.
Great Job John!
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Showing posts with label mold damage Tampa. Show all posts
Showing posts with label mold damage Tampa. Show all posts
Friday, June 24, 2011
Thursday, June 9, 2011
Company for Mold Damage Tampa!
Do you have mold and need mold removal, mold testing and/or mold remediation services? Call Advanced Restoration! 1-800-DRY-ME-OUT
Services include:
Mold Damage, Mold Damage Preventiohttp://www.blogger.com/img/blank.gifn, Mold Damage Insurance Coverage, and Mold Remediation. Complete Home Restoration!
Our immediate response team of experienced technicians and the newest up-to-date equipment will provide all that is required to get you back to normal. We understand that mold damage is something you cannot foresee, so we are committed to restoring your home or business as quickly as possible. Our staff has years of experience with insurance, water, fire, mold and sewage damage and disaster recovery.
Even if you are not working with an insurance company, we still can provide the utmost pricing in the industry for the services that you need. We are members of the BBB, IICRC, adhere to IICRC standards.
Our Mold Damage Tampa restoration includes:
Assessing mold damage
Mold testing
Mold inspection
Mold Removal
Mold Remediation
Removal of Property
Direct Billing to Insurance
Deodorizing
Mold Removal and Prevention
Complete Property Restoration
Services include:
Mold Damage, Mold Damage Preventiohttp://www.blogger.com/img/blank.gifn, Mold Damage Insurance Coverage, and Mold Remediation. Complete Home Restoration!
Our immediate response team of experienced technicians and the newest up-to-date equipment will provide all that is required to get you back to normal. We understand that mold damage is something you cannot foresee, so we are committed to restoring your home or business as quickly as possible. Our staff has years of experience with insurance, water, fire, mold and sewage damage and disaster recovery.
Even if you are not working with an insurance company, we still can provide the utmost pricing in the industry for the services that you need. We are members of the BBB, IICRC, adhere to IICRC standards.
Our Mold Damage Tampa restoration includes:
Assessing mold damage
Mold testing
Mold inspection
Mold Removal
Mold Remediation
Removal of Property
Direct Billing to Insurance
Deodorizing
Mold Removal and Prevention
Complete Property Restoration
Friday, March 11, 2011
Mold Damage Tampa: Top Ten Facts About Mold
According to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, New York City Health Department, here are ten top things to know about mold!
1. There are more than 100,000 species of mold. Most types that are routinely found are not hazardous to healthy individuals. But too much exposure or certain types of mold could cause allergic reactions, asthma, rashes, respiratory complaints or other types of mold related illness.
2. There is no practical way to eliminate all mold and mold spores indoors. The way to control indoor mold growth is to control moisture.
3. If mold is a problem at home or in school, clean up the mold and eliminate sources of moisture.
4. Fix the water leak to prevent mold growth.
5. Reduce indoor humidity (to 30%-60% ) to decrease mold growth.
6. Clean and dry any damp or wet building materials and furnishings within 24-48 hours to prevent mold growth.
7. Clean mold off hard surfaces with water and detergent, and dry completely. Absorbent materials like ceiling tiles, plasterboard or wood, may need to be replaced.
8. Prevent condensation on cold surfaces (i.e., windows, pipes, exterior walls, roof or floors) by adding insulation.
9. In areas where there is a perpetual moisture problem, do not install carpeting.
10. Molds can grow on virtually any substance, providing moisture is present. There are molds that can grow on wood, paper, carpet and foods.
Advanced Restoration, Inc. is a Water Damage, Mold Damage Tampa, Sinkhole, Fire Damage, Sewer Damage and Emergency Disaster Recovery Restoration Company in Tampa Bay, Florida. Company Services Include: WATER DAMAGE EXTRACTION and RESTORATION; MOLD REMOVAL and MOLD REMEDIATION; STORM DAMAGE RESTORATION; FLOODS; HURRICANE DAMAGE; SEWER DAMAGE; Complete Restoration Services. Residential, Commercial & Industrial structures in the Tampa Bay Metro Area, Sarasota County, FL and Manatee County, FL. 1-800-DRY-ME-OUT Contact Us!
1. There are more than 100,000 species of mold. Most types that are routinely found are not hazardous to healthy individuals. But too much exposure or certain types of mold could cause allergic reactions, asthma, rashes, respiratory complaints or other types of mold related illness.
2. There is no practical way to eliminate all mold and mold spores indoors. The way to control indoor mold growth is to control moisture.
3. If mold is a problem at home or in school, clean up the mold and eliminate sources of moisture.
4. Fix the water leak to prevent mold growth.
5. Reduce indoor humidity (to 30%-60% ) to decrease mold growth.
6. Clean and dry any damp or wet building materials and furnishings within 24-48 hours to prevent mold growth.
7. Clean mold off hard surfaces with water and detergent, and dry completely. Absorbent materials like ceiling tiles, plasterboard or wood, may need to be replaced.
8. Prevent condensation on cold surfaces (i.e., windows, pipes, exterior walls, roof or floors) by adding insulation.
9. In areas where there is a perpetual moisture problem, do not install carpeting.
10. Molds can grow on virtually any substance, providing moisture is present. There are molds that can grow on wood, paper, carpet and foods.
Advanced Restoration, Inc. is a Water Damage, Mold Damage Tampa, Sinkhole, Fire Damage, Sewer Damage and Emergency Disaster Recovery Restoration Company in Tampa Bay, Florida. Company Services Include: WATER DAMAGE EXTRACTION and RESTORATION; MOLD REMOVAL and MOLD REMEDIATION; STORM DAMAGE RESTORATION; FLOODS; HURRICANE DAMAGE; SEWER DAMAGE; Complete Restoration Services. Residential, Commercial & Industrial structures in the Tampa Bay Metro Area, Sarasota County, FL and Manatee County, FL. 1-800-DRY-ME-OUT Contact Us!
Thursday, February 3, 2011
Palm Harbor Mold Growth in Attic
Recently, Advanced Restoration was called out to inspect a situation in a Palm Harbor attic: mold damage.
When we arrived on scene and climbed up into the attic of the home, we could clearly see several patches of mold growing. Once up in the attic, we inspected the area and came to two major conclusions. The first conclusion was that there was not nearly enough insulation in the attic. Insulation is extremely important in retaining the temperature in your home. For example, a well insulated attic will help retain warm temperatures in the winter and cool temperatures in the summer. The insulation in this home, however, was inadequate. It was old and probably a low grade. The recommended energy efficient insulation is scored at least at an index insulation value of R-30. R-30 would also mean between 8-14″ of insulation as opposed to the 2″ of insulation we were met with. So, not only was the lack of insulation working against the homeowner’s efforts to keep an ambient temperature in their home, and thus, increasing energy costs, but it was also allowing heat to enter the attic.
Our second conclusion as to what was creating an environment hospitable for black mold was the fact the the attic had very poor ventilation. With heat comes moisture and without adequate ventilation, the heat becomes trapped in the attic and the moisture sets onto the various materials in the attic. And as we all know, standing water can cause mold to grow rather quickly, especially if it is surrounded by mold’s favorite food: organic materials. It was clear what needed to be done. The first step: mold removal followed by complete remediation. The next step: the homeowner’s needed to get their attic updated with increased ventilation. Finally, the homeowner’s would need to get their insulation upgraded.
A quick note to homeowners is to check with your energy company to see if you can get a rebate. For example, Progress Energy offers homeowners incentives to upgrade their insulation. See this link for details: http://progress-energy.com/custservice/flares/energyhome/insulation.asp
Either way, the cost of upgrading your insulation and ensuring proper ventilation in your attic can benefit you in more ways than one. Not only will you be able to control your ambient temperature, but you will also be able to save on your energy bills and know that you have a healthy, happy attic.
Advanced Restoration, Inc. is a Water Damage, Mold Damage Tampa, Sewer Damage and Emergency Disaster Recovery Restoration Company in Tampa Bay, Florida. Company Services Include: WATER DAMAGE EXTRACTION and RESTORATION; MOLD REMOVAL and MOLD REMEDIATION; STORM DAMAGE RESTORATION; FLOODS; HURRICANE DAMAGE; SEWER DAMAGE; Complete Restoration Services. Residential, Commercial & Industrial structures in the Tampa Bay Metro Area, Sarasota County, FL and Manatee County, FL. 1-800-DRY-ME-OUT Contact Us!
When we arrived on scene and climbed up into the attic of the home, we could clearly see several patches of mold growing. Once up in the attic, we inspected the area and came to two major conclusions. The first conclusion was that there was not nearly enough insulation in the attic. Insulation is extremely important in retaining the temperature in your home. For example, a well insulated attic will help retain warm temperatures in the winter and cool temperatures in the summer. The insulation in this home, however, was inadequate. It was old and probably a low grade. The recommended energy efficient insulation is scored at least at an index insulation value of R-30. R-30 would also mean between 8-14″ of insulation as opposed to the 2″ of insulation we were met with. So, not only was the lack of insulation working against the homeowner’s efforts to keep an ambient temperature in their home, and thus, increasing energy costs, but it was also allowing heat to enter the attic.
Our second conclusion as to what was creating an environment hospitable for black mold was the fact the the attic had very poor ventilation. With heat comes moisture and without adequate ventilation, the heat becomes trapped in the attic and the moisture sets onto the various materials in the attic. And as we all know, standing water can cause mold to grow rather quickly, especially if it is surrounded by mold’s favorite food: organic materials. It was clear what needed to be done. The first step: mold removal followed by complete remediation. The next step: the homeowner’s needed to get their attic updated with increased ventilation. Finally, the homeowner’s would need to get their insulation upgraded.
A quick note to homeowners is to check with your energy company to see if you can get a rebate. For example, Progress Energy offers homeowners incentives to upgrade their insulation. See this link for details: http://progress-energy.com/custservice/flares/energyhome/insulation.asp
Either way, the cost of upgrading your insulation and ensuring proper ventilation in your attic can benefit you in more ways than one. Not only will you be able to control your ambient temperature, but you will also be able to save on your energy bills and know that you have a healthy, happy attic.
Advanced Restoration, Inc. is a Water Damage, Mold Damage Tampa, Sewer Damage and Emergency Disaster Recovery Restoration Company in Tampa Bay, Florida. Company Services Include: WATER DAMAGE EXTRACTION and RESTORATION; MOLD REMOVAL and MOLD REMEDIATION; STORM DAMAGE RESTORATION; FLOODS; HURRICANE DAMAGE; SEWER DAMAGE; Complete Restoration Services. Residential, Commercial & Industrial structures in the Tampa Bay Metro Area, Sarasota County, FL and Manatee County, FL. 1-800-DRY-ME-OUT Contact Us!
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