Mold Remediation Part 6: Controlled Demolition

Demolition and removal of mold is often performed based on inaccurate information, jeopardizing both your home and your health. So, how can you ensure the removal process is done effectively, sufficiently, and safely? David Myrick shares what controlled demolition and safe removal of microbial growth looks like in this eye-opening interview.

In this mini class, you’ll learn:

  • The importance of the ANSI/IICRC S520 Standard

  • Mold is a fungus, not a virus or bacteria

  • Killing mold, applying chemicals, or fogging should not be used in place of removal

  • Why physical mold removal matters

  • How mold affects porous, semi-porous, and non-porous building materials

  • About HEPA-sanding, wire-brushing, media-blasting, and laser-blasting

  • How trash is properly bagged

  • And more!

For a transcript of this interview, click here.

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Chakravarty, P., & Kovar, B. (2012). Engineering Case Report: Evaluation of Five Antifungal Agents Used in Remediation Practices Against Six Common Indoor Fungal Species. Journal of Occupational and Environmental Hygiene, 10(1), D11–D16. https://doi.org/10.1080/15459624.2012.740987 

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