Mould remediation is the process of identifying, removing and preventing mould problems

If you have mould growing in your property it is an indication of an underlying damp issue. This damp issue could be from one of the following: 

  • An unidentified leak
  • Improper drying after a flood
  • Rising damp
  • Inadequate ventilation
  • Building defects or maintenance issues

Proper mould remediation will not only remove visible mould but also identify and correct the underlying damp condition.

Mould remediation should be conducted by a mould remediation specialist trained to industry standards. The key to a successful mould remediation programme is to identify and correct the underlying damp issue. This process may entail leak detection, thermal imaging surveys, and removal of plasterboard or kitchen cabinets.

The removal of mould is conducted under strict containment conditions utilising specialised equipment, this includes:

Forming critical barriers to prevent the spread of spores to non-affected areas of the property

The use of negative air pressure to prevent the spread of mould spores

HEPA vacuums and filters

Air scrubbers fitted with HEPA filters

Moisture meters

Full PPE for all workers

Surface clearance testing

Air quality PRV testing

How much does mould remediation cost?

Mould remediation is conducted under strict containment conditions with highly trained technicians utilising specialised equipment. Mould remediation may be covered under your building’s insurance policy if the mould is a result of a covered peril, such as a water leak or flood. The cost of properly conducted mould remediation will run from several hundred to several thousand pounds depending on the nature and scale of the problem.

 

It is false economy to hire contractors to come and clean mould from your property without identifying the underlying cause. If you are looking for a contractor for mould remediation be sure to ask them the following questions:

  • What is their process?
  • What equipment will they be using?
  • What containment measures will they be taking?
  • Will they identify the damp problem?
  • What kind of post remediation testing will they do?