October 29, 2010 EPA (Environmental Protection Agency) DFE Scientific Team announces partnership and label approval of the new proprietary “green” mold cleaning solution MTR94® used exclusively by local firm American Mold Experts.
EPA allows safer products to carry the Design for the Environment (DfE) label. This mark enables consumers to quickly identify and choose products that can help protect the environment and are safer for families.
When you see the DfE logo on a product it means that the DfE scientific review team has screened each ingredient for potential human health and environmental effects and that—based on currently available information, EPA predictive models, and expert judgment—the product contains only those ingredients that pose the least concern among chemicals in their class.
Product manufacturers who become DfE partners, and earn the right to display the DfE logo on recognized products, have invested heavily in research, development and reformulation to ensure that their ingredients and finished product line up on the green end of the health and environmental spectrum while maintaining or improving product performance.
American Mold Experts President, Julie Hurst commented, “We have superior results in the field using our MTR94® to clean mold. Clearance testing confirms our results which goes along with our 100% Money Back Guarantee. We are proud to have passed the rigorous screening process.” American Mold Experts services Indiana and parts of Ohio.
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Thursday, November 4, 2010
Monday, September 27, 2010
16 Signs That You Need Mold Testing in Your Home
There are 16 signs that you need mold testing in your home. Mold that produces and releases dangerous toxins into the air can affect a family's health. Many times we see only one family member affected. There are many things to look for if someone in your home is being affected by these toxins.
Why is Mold Testing Necessary?
Testing for mold is important because mold spores can cause or aggravate many illnesses, including asthma and allergies. Some molds can cause very serious lung infections.
When should Testing Take Place?
Mold testing should be done if anyone in the household is feeling effects associated with fungal contamination. Some symptoms may include:
Why is Mold Testing Necessary?
Testing for mold is important because mold spores can cause or aggravate many illnesses, including asthma and allergies. Some molds can cause very serious lung infections.
When should Testing Take Place?
Mold testing should be done if anyone in the household is feeling effects associated with fungal contamination. Some symptoms may include:
- headaches
- dizziness
- difficulty paying attention
- and lack of concentration.
Saturday, September 25, 2010
What is the best way to get rid of mold?
Thermal imaging services available call us today for an inspection.
Wednesday, September 22, 2010
What should I Look for?
The following are signs that mold could be growing in your home and needs to be eradicated:
1. High humidity – areas that are prone to high levels of humidity retain moisture for longer amounts of time, fostering mold growth.
2. Pipe or water leaks – surfaces that are consistently wet provide a home for mold, and leaks can be difficult to detect.
3. Flooding – large scale water damage to a home is very conducive to mold growth.
4. Musty, moldy odors – odors are a good indication that mold is present.
5. Increased respiratory problems or allergies – a Mayo Clinic study, completed in 1999, found that most chronic sinus problems were caused by mold in the home.
6. Symptoms of toxic poisoning – signs that family members are being affected include dizziness, headaches, and difficulty concentrating and maintaining an attention span.
7. Leaky Roof – the attic will show signs of water damage.
8. Damp basement or crawlspace – moisture in dark environments encourages mold growth.
9. Rusting or condensation – can be signs of a leak.
10. Discoloration or water stains on walls – water stains will indicate locations of leaks, while
discolored spots may indicate locations of mold.
11. Peeling paint – the mold could have had a chance to grow before the wall was painted, causing the current peeling.
12. Warped wood – this is a sign that moisture is present in sufficient levels to allow mold to grow.
13. Growth of mold in bathroom tile areas – this is a very good indication that mold is growing in other areas of the house.
14. Visible mold growth – indicates a strong presence of mold elsewhere in the house.
15. Poor ventilation – if moisture from the home, including appliances, isn’t vented, it can facilitate mold growth.
16. Wet materials inside the house – any areas of carpet or flooring that are wet frequently can also house mold.
While being unsightly and sometimes difficult to clean, mold should be removed from the home. It causes damage to the home itself, but the most intense effects are upon humans. Breathing mold spores can be very dangerous, especially for the very young or those who are advanced in years or adults with compromised immune systems. If you locate any of these signs in your home, it's time to conduct testing for mold to see how extensive the problem has grown.
1. High humidity – areas that are prone to high levels of humidity retain moisture for longer amounts of time, fostering mold growth.
2. Pipe or water leaks – surfaces that are consistently wet provide a home for mold, and leaks can be difficult to detect.
3. Flooding – large scale water damage to a home is very conducive to mold growth.
4. Musty, moldy odors – odors are a good indication that mold is present.
5. Increased respiratory problems or allergies – a Mayo Clinic study, completed in 1999, found that most chronic sinus problems were caused by mold in the home.
6. Symptoms of toxic poisoning – signs that family members are being affected include dizziness, headaches, and difficulty concentrating and maintaining an attention span.
7. Leaky Roof – the attic will show signs of water damage.
8. Damp basement or crawlspace – moisture in dark environments encourages mold growth.
9. Rusting or condensation – can be signs of a leak.
10. Discoloration or water stains on walls – water stains will indicate locations of leaks, while
discolored spots may indicate locations of mold.
11. Peeling paint – the mold could have had a chance to grow before the wall was painted, causing the current peeling.
12. Warped wood – this is a sign that moisture is present in sufficient levels to allow mold to grow.
13. Growth of mold in bathroom tile areas – this is a very good indication that mold is growing in other areas of the house.
14. Visible mold growth – indicates a strong presence of mold elsewhere in the house.
15. Poor ventilation – if moisture from the home, including appliances, isn’t vented, it can facilitate mold growth.
16. Wet materials inside the house – any areas of carpet or flooring that are wet frequently can also house mold.
While being unsightly and sometimes difficult to clean, mold should be removed from the home. It causes damage to the home itself, but the most intense effects are upon humans. Breathing mold spores can be very dangerous, especially for the very young or those who are advanced in years or adults with compromised immune systems. If you locate any of these signs in your home, it's time to conduct testing for mold to see how extensive the problem has grown.
Monday, September 20, 2010
Why Hire American Mold Experts?
“I have had mold allergies and asthma since I was a child. It has been well controlled for years on medication. But recently after experiencing a leak in our bathroom plumbing we discovered mold in our bathroom and my daughter’s bedroom closet.
Night after night my 3 yr old daughter was experiencing a hacking cough that disturbed her sleep. And I ended up in the hospital with an asthma attack when I was seven months pregnant. I told my physician we were experiencing mold at home and he ran a mold sensitive panel (blood test) which came back showing extremely high mold counts.
American Mold Experts were called in for remediation and we only had to be out of the house several hours. The next day I was feeling so much better and I moved my daughter back into her room. She is sleeping soundly at night with no more night coughing and I have had no more asthma problems!
It’s incredible the change in how much better we are feeling thanks to American Mold Experts.”
Victoria Brown, Indianapolis, IN
Night after night my 3 yr old daughter was experiencing a hacking cough that disturbed her sleep. And I ended up in the hospital with an asthma attack when I was seven months pregnant. I told my physician we were experiencing mold at home and he ran a mold sensitive panel (blood test) which came back showing extremely high mold counts.
American Mold Experts were called in for remediation and we only had to be out of the house several hours. The next day I was feeling so much better and I moved my daughter back into her room. She is sleeping soundly at night with no more night coughing and I have had no more asthma problems!
It’s incredible the change in how much better we are feeling thanks to American Mold Experts.”
Victoria Brown, Indianapolis, IN
Wednesday, September 15, 2010
Tips for a Safe Home
To have an Eco-healthy home, we want to provide a few tips for you so that you can ensure a wonderful summer season in your home.
Preventing Mold Growth
•Site Survey: Make sure draining gutters and downspouts point away from the foundation, and ensure that automatic lawn sprinklers do not point toward building walls.
•Check Exterior Siding & Bricks: if there are any cracks wider than 1/16 inch, seal them with clear silicone to prevent water from entering your home during the winter. Protect your home exterior by fixing cracks during warm months.
•Laundry Rooms: Any moisture generating appliances, such as washers and dryers should be vented to the outside.
•Bathrooms: Install a fan in the bathroom to allow venting and ensure that you use a nylon shower curtain (instead of vinyl).
•HVAC: Change your filter at the start of summer season and on a regular schedule. Inspect interior duct linings for signs of moisture or mold growth. Keep drip pans clean and unobstructed.
•Kitchen: Review your under appliance drip pan to remove excess water. And clean to discourage mold growth.
•Basement: Fix any issues with standing water and use a dehumidifier if necessary. Use non-porous carpeting. And ensure that you use paperless drywall during a finished basement renovation.
•Dehumidifiers: make sure that your dehumidifier pumps to the outside or change the storage tank daily.
•Purchase several Humidity Meters. These can be inexpensive ($8 at Wal-Mart in the same department as temperature thermometers). Place throughout the house and monitor. The readings should be less than 60% to prevent mold. Even without a leak mold spores can extract moisture from the air to grow and multiply.
American Mold Experts performs Inspections with Licensed Inspectors ONLY so call us today if you suspect you may have a problem.
Preventing Mold Growth
•Site Survey: Make sure draining gutters and downspouts point away from the foundation, and ensure that automatic lawn sprinklers do not point toward building walls.
•Check Exterior Siding & Bricks: if there are any cracks wider than 1/16 inch, seal them with clear silicone to prevent water from entering your home during the winter. Protect your home exterior by fixing cracks during warm months.
•Laundry Rooms: Any moisture generating appliances, such as washers and dryers should be vented to the outside.
•Bathrooms: Install a fan in the bathroom to allow venting and ensure that you use a nylon shower curtain (instead of vinyl).
•HVAC: Change your filter at the start of summer season and on a regular schedule. Inspect interior duct linings for signs of moisture or mold growth. Keep drip pans clean and unobstructed.
•Kitchen: Review your under appliance drip pan to remove excess water. And clean to discourage mold growth.
•Basement: Fix any issues with standing water and use a dehumidifier if necessary. Use non-porous carpeting. And ensure that you use paperless drywall during a finished basement renovation.
•Dehumidifiers: make sure that your dehumidifier pumps to the outside or change the storage tank daily.
•Purchase several Humidity Meters. These can be inexpensive ($8 at Wal-Mart in the same department as temperature thermometers). Place throughout the house and monitor. The readings should be less than 60% to prevent mold. Even without a leak mold spores can extract moisture from the air to grow and multiply.
American Mold Experts performs Inspections with Licensed Inspectors ONLY so call us today if you suspect you may have a problem.
Saturday, September 11, 2010
Mold Removal Method Comparison
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Friday, September 10, 2010
American Mold Uses a Natural Enzyme to Clean Mold
Enzymes are proteins that speed up chemical reactions. If you leave a blob of protein in a Petri dish, will it just break down to the amino acids? No. But add enzymes. Enzymes are the biological substance (proteins) that act as catalysts and help complex reactions occur everywhere in life.
When you go home at night and the door is locked, can it open itself? No. You need a key that is just the right shape to fit in that lock. Otherwise, you're stuck in the cold. Enzymes work in a similar way (locks and keys). Enzymes complete very specific jobs and do nothing else. They are very specific locks and the compounds they work with are the special keys. In the same way there are door keys, car keys, and bike-lock keys, there are enzymes for neutral cells, intestinal cells, and your saliva.
There are four steps in the process of an enzyme working.
Contact us if you have any questions about or process or to discuss the mold issues you are having.
When you go home at night and the door is locked, can it open itself? No. You need a key that is just the right shape to fit in that lock. Otherwise, you're stuck in the cold. Enzymes work in a similar way (locks and keys). Enzymes complete very specific jobs and do nothing else. They are very specific locks and the compounds they work with are the special keys. In the same way there are door keys, car keys, and bike-lock keys, there are enzymes for neutral cells, intestinal cells, and your saliva.
There are four steps in the process of an enzyme working.
- An enzyme and a substrate are in the same area. The substrate is the biological molecule that the enzyme will attack.
- The enzyme grabs onto the substrate with a special area called the active site. The active site is a specially shaped area of the enzyme that fits around the substrate. The active site is the keyhole of the lock.
- A process called catalysis happens. Catalysis is when the substrate is changed. It could be broken down or combined with another molecule to make something new.
- The enzyme lets go. When the enzyme lets go, it returns to normal, ready to do another reaction. The substrate is no longer the same.
Contact us if you have any questions about or process or to discuss the mold issues you are having.
Wednesday, September 8, 2010
Understanding Mold Informational Booklet
We provide some great information in the American Mold Experts: Understanding Mold Informational Booklet but we ask that you sign-up for our e-newsletter. Our e-news is full of great articles and information about mold, mold issues, treatment and testing.
Visit our website today and sign up, once you click subscribe you will be taken to a website page with a link for the "Understanding Mold" booklet.
Visit our website today and sign up, once you click subscribe you will be taken to a website page with a link for the "Understanding Mold" booklet.
Tuesday, August 31, 2010
Are YOU having chronic health issues?
Unlock the Mystery
We visit so many homes and always ask the question, “IS ANYONE IN THE HOUSEHOLD EXPERIENCING HEALTH ISSUES?” We get two (2) commons responses. Either “how did you know?” or we get the answer “NO” but later, after having some time to think about it, they then start to associate some nagging cough or allergy symptom with possible mold contamination in their home.
Air sampling is the key to unlocking the mystery. Our air sampling starts at just $250 so give us a call today at 317-837-6665 or toll free at 1-877-877-9744 with any questions you may have.
We are certified in Inspection and Remediation for both Commercial & Residential properties.
Friday, August 27, 2010
Why Hire American Mold Experts, here's a few reasons!
- NON-Destructive Remediation because we use MTR94, a Natural Mold Removal Enzyme
- No hazardous chemicals released in your home - We are a Certified GREEN Business
- 100% Money-Back Guarantee
- One-Year Warranty, Lifetime Warranty Available
- Member in good standing with National Association of Mold Remediators & Inspectors
- NAMRI Certified Professional, Member of Indoor Air Quality Association, National Association of Moisture Management & ServiceMagic
- You can save over 50% ~ As compared to traditional methods for mold removal
- Quick Process (Most jobs take only 1 day)
- Non-Toxic and Biodegradable Process (Guaranteed Safe)
- Completely Confidential Service (Client list is never shared)
- Fast Track Service Available (If you need your mold removal job done SOON)
If you suspect Mold problems call and talk to one of our Certified Inspectors
Tuesday, August 24, 2010
Assessment/Abatement
If the following conditions exist, your "nose" will know, but in some instances you may need to hire a specialist to inspect your home or business site:•Visible mold, moldy or musty smells
•Signs of past or present moisture damage such as staining or discoloration
•Episodes of leaking
•Persistent allergy like symptoms that appear worse indoors
Problems that are otherwise invisible to the naked eye are suddenly clear as day when you look through an infrared lens. If you encounter any of these issues call us today and ask about our Thermal Imaging Services.
One of our Certified Inspectors will be able to come, inspect your property and provide you with answers.
Friday, August 20, 2010
Household Spray Cause an Increase in Asthma
Article we feel is worth sharing:
Tuesday, June 8, 2010
http://living.oneindia.in/health/wellbeing/2010/household-cleaning-sprays-cause-asthma-080610.html
A leading health expert Jan Paul Zock, from Centre of Research in Environmental Epidemiology in Barcelona said, the use of household cleaning sprays could spread to a rise in cases of asthma.
Chemicals like chlorine bleach, disinfectants and other cleaning agents can increase asthma and worsen the existing symptoms. He particularly warned that the professional cleaners and health workers who use products in hospitals are particularly vulnerable.
Zock said that through experiments and studies higher rates of asthma had found among caretakers, cleaners, housekeepers and nurses .The expert said, people inhaling bleach, ammonia, decalcifiers, acids, solvents and stain removers more than a week are linked to a 20 per cent rise in asthma or wheezing. Frequent usage of these cleaning agents will be at more risk than those who use them for longer durations. The strength of a product, in addition to room ventilation, also affect the risk.
The expert said that further studies should be done on people's exposure at home, which can be difficult to track.
He said many people at home could be at risk. Thus he
quotes saying, "The number of people at risk is very large, We need to consider the ubiquitous use of cleaning products at home.”
More reasons to never use bleach for mold clean-up. See our Bleach article on our website for more information.
Tuesday, June 8, 2010
http://living.oneindia.in/health/wellbeing/2010/household-cleaning-sprays-cause-asthma-080610.html
A leading health expert Jan Paul Zock, from Centre of Research in Environmental Epidemiology in Barcelona said, the use of household cleaning sprays could spread to a rise in cases of asthma.
Chemicals like chlorine bleach, disinfectants and other cleaning agents can increase asthma and worsen the existing symptoms. He particularly warned that the professional cleaners and health workers who use products in hospitals are particularly vulnerable.Zock said that through experiments and studies higher rates of asthma had found among caretakers, cleaners, housekeepers and nurses .The expert said, people inhaling bleach, ammonia, decalcifiers, acids, solvents and stain removers more than a week are linked to a 20 per cent rise in asthma or wheezing. Frequent usage of these cleaning agents will be at more risk than those who use them for longer durations. The strength of a product, in addition to room ventilation, also affect the risk.
The expert said that further studies should be done on people's exposure at home, which can be difficult to track.
He said many people at home could be at risk. Thus he
quotes saying, "The number of people at risk is very large, We need to consider the ubiquitous use of cleaning products at home.”More reasons to never use bleach for mold clean-up. See our Bleach article on our website for more information.
Monday, August 16, 2010
Did you know Mold can cause a lung infection?
Aspergillosis is an acute pulmonary infection caused by the aspergillus fungus.
Aspergillus can cause illness three ways:
Be sure to review our safe and natural treatment process and contact us if you have any questions or need our professional services for Mold Inspection or Mold Removal.
Aspergillus can cause illness three ways:
- An allergic reaction in asthmatics
- A colonization in scarred lung tissue
- and An invasive infection with pneumonia which can affect the heart, lungs, brain and kidneys
Be sure to review our safe and natural treatment process and contact us if you have any questions or need our professional services for Mold Inspection or Mold Removal.
" Restoring Comfort, Health & Confidence"
The Natural Way
The Natural Way
Friday, August 13, 2010
Here are a few questions that we hear often when visit a client:
What is your mold disintegrating Enzyme & Why is it better?
Our special formula is called MTR94. It isn't a chemical at all, but a naturally occurring enzyme formula which breaks down and cleans mold. This hungry little enzyme does all the work for you and doesn't use any harmful chemicals or toxins to do its job. It is an environmentally-friendly, green solution, to mold removal.
Additionally our process is NON-Destructive Remediation , no hazardous chemicals released in your home, 100% Money-Back Guarantee, One-Year Guarantee, save over 50% as compared to traditional methods, quick Process (most jobs take only 1 day) and non-toxic and biodegradable cleaning process (guaranteed safe).
Our researcher describes the enzyme effectiveness as quite natural. In fact is derived from plants. For thousands of years plants in the woods have had to live in the same space as mold. Mold function in the wild is to help biodegrade materials to recycle. Yet plants had to survive and live right next to the mold and built up it's own natural defense to survive against mold. So it make sense that the same biological process that keep the mold from destroying healthy plants is now the same material we use to cleanse your home.
Are there any after effects from the cleaning?
What we typically see is our clients telling us how much better they feel after the treatment. Many times we hear of symptoms that have cleared that they never associated with the mold exposure. One gal reported that her 3 year old daughter no longer had her sleep disturbed by a chronic cough she once had.
Further MTR94 leaves behind an invisible, organic-based "barrier" on a surface area. This microbial coating helps to retard future mold growth. If the area experiences reoccurring moisture exposures, the coating may need to be reapplied. Also, paint adheres to the barrier so you won't have any difficulty if you choose to repaint later.
And remember, we offer a Money Back Guarantee
Our special formula is called MTR94. It isn't a chemical at all, but a naturally occurring enzyme formula which breaks down and cleans mold. This hungry little enzyme does all the work for you and doesn't use any harmful chemicals or toxins to do its job. It is an environmentally-friendly, green solution, to mold removal.
Additionally our process is NON-Destructive Remediation , no hazardous chemicals released in your home, 100% Money-Back Guarantee, One-Year Guarantee, save over 50% as compared to traditional methods, quick Process (most jobs take only 1 day) and non-toxic and biodegradable cleaning process (guaranteed safe).
Our researcher describes the enzyme effectiveness as quite natural. In fact is derived from plants. For thousands of years plants in the woods have had to live in the same space as mold. Mold function in the wild is to help biodegrade materials to recycle. Yet plants had to survive and live right next to the mold and built up it's own natural defense to survive against mold. So it make sense that the same biological process that keep the mold from destroying healthy plants is now the same material we use to cleanse your home.
Are there any after effects from the cleaning?
What we typically see is our clients telling us how much better they feel after the treatment. Many times we hear of symptoms that have cleared that they never associated with the mold exposure. One gal reported that her 3 year old daughter no longer had her sleep disturbed by a chronic cough she once had.
Further MTR94 leaves behind an invisible, organic-based "barrier" on a surface area. This microbial coating helps to retard future mold growth. If the area experiences reoccurring moisture exposures, the coating may need to be reapplied. Also, paint adheres to the barrier so you won't have any difficulty if you choose to repaint later.
And remember, we offer a Money Back Guarantee
Tuesday, August 10, 2010
Myth & Reality Concerning Mold
“I see mold but my mold test came back at low levels, so it must not be mold and I don’t have a problem.”
Two things we typically find in this circumstance. One is because the mold colony has not been disturbed, in other words no one has tried to clean it. This occurs in attics and crawl spaces and sometimes even in basements. The colony just continued to grow silently feeding off the wood or drywall. Mold when disturbed by cleaning or someone touching triggers the colony to send out thousands of spores into the air in an effort to survive. This Mother Nature response is similar to when a child or dog runs through the field of flowers and disperses the pollen from a flower into the air.
Secondly, mold actually has a cycle similar to other plants’ pollination cycle. So as mold matures it will send off more spores to continue and spread the colony but that does not occur daily and has a maturation process. If testing occurs during a dormant cycle then the counts may read low. That is why we often use a swab to capture what looks like a mold colony and send to the lab to verify.
The moral of the story... if you suspect mold you may need to call in an expert .
Two things we typically find in this circumstance. One is because the mold colony has not been disturbed, in other words no one has tried to clean it. This occurs in attics and crawl spaces and sometimes even in basements. The colony just continued to grow silently feeding off the wood or drywall. Mold when disturbed by cleaning or someone touching triggers the colony to send out thousands of spores into the air in an effort to survive. This Mother Nature response is similar to when a child or dog runs through the field of flowers and disperses the pollen from a flower into the air.
Secondly, mold actually has a cycle similar to other plants’ pollination cycle. So as mold matures it will send off more spores to continue and spread the colony but that does not occur daily and has a maturation process. If testing occurs during a dormant cycle then the counts may read low. That is why we often use a swab to capture what looks like a mold colony and send to the lab to verify.
The moral of the story... if you suspect mold you may need to call in an expert .
Tuesday, August 3, 2010
Community Involvement
It is important to give back to the community when you can so we participated in a Habitat for Humanity Build for the Greater Indianapolis chapter. Although it was brutally hot that day teamwork was in full swing as you can see and everyone stayed hydrated. We all felt good leaving the work site at the end of the day.
We have added the photos to our photo gallery, take a look!
We have added the photos to our photo gallery, take a look!
Friday, July 23, 2010
Mold Removal without Destruction!
What is the best way to get rid of mold?
Our treatment uses the MTR94 enzyme to clean and destroy mold within 24 hours.
MTR94 is a breakthrough new technology in mold removal and cleaning which simply makes other methods of mold removal obsolete. Rather than ripping out and replacing infected areas, or worse, using hazardous chemicals and biocides to dissolve the mold, MTR94 is 100% natural and organic enzyme that simply cleans the mold, safely and effectively. It is a safer, faster, and less expensive method of mold removal than anything else available today.
Our treatment uses the MTR94 enzyme to clean and destroy mold within 24 hours.
MTR94 is a breakthrough new technology in mold removal and cleaning which simply makes other methods of mold removal obsolete. Rather than ripping out and replacing infected areas, or worse, using hazardous chemicals and biocides to dissolve the mold, MTR94 is 100% natural and organic enzyme that simply cleans the mold, safely and effectively. It is a safer, faster, and less expensive method of mold removal than anything else available today.
Tuesday, July 20, 2010
Take a walk around your home
Be proactive, walk around your home and look around your foundation for an inadequate grade, look up and make sure that your gutters are cleaned out and if not, get those trees out of there!
Another sign is to make sure that your humidity levels are correct, give us a call for an inspection to make sure you are living in a healthy home.
Another sign is to make sure that your humidity levels are correct, give us a call for an inspection to make sure you are living in a healthy home.
Friday, July 16, 2010
Don't mess around with Mold, it could be Aspergillosis
Aspergillosis is an infection, growth, or allergic response due to the Aspergillus fungus.
Causes
Aspergillosis is caused by a fungus (Aspergillus), which is commonly found growing on dead leaves, stored grain, compost piles, or in other decaying vegetation. It can also be found on marijuana. Although most people are frequently exposed to aspergillus, infections caused by the fungus rarely occur in people with a normal immune system. The rare infections caused by aspergillus include pneumonia and fungus ball (aspergilloma). There are several forms of aspergillosis:
Pulmonary aspergillosis - allergic bronchopulmonary type -- is an allergic reaction to the fungus that usually develops in people who already have lung problems (such as asthma or cystic fibrosis).
Aspergilloma -- is a growth (fungus ball) that develops in an area of previous lung disease or lung scarring
(such as tuberculosis or lung abscess).
Pulmonary aspergillosis - invasive type -- is a serious infection with pneumonia that can spread to other parts of the body. This infection occurs almost exclusively in people with weakened immune systems due to cancer, AIDS, leukemia, organ transplantation, chemotherapy, or other conditions or medications that lower the number of normal white blood cells or weaken the immune system.
With so many kinds of mold you don't want to take a chance ~~ "Restoring Comfort, Health & Confidence", The Natural Way with American Mold Experts.
Tuesday, July 13, 2010
Be sure to ask any Company ~ Do You Perform After Remediation Testing?
WHAT IF MY HOME NEEDS TO PASS A MOLD CLEARANCE TEST?
No problem, we do post testing with every treatment. The national lab will provide you with a full report.
No problem, we do post testing with every treatment. The national lab will provide you with a full report.
Tuesday, June 8, 2010
Do You Have Questions about Mold & Mold Removal?
Questions like this are answered on our faq website page:
WHAT IS “FOGGING” AND WHY IS IT BETTER?
We combine cleaning with fogging for the most thorough treatment. We utilize commercial grade professional fogging equipment. This equipment allows our unique formulation to disburse in molecules small enough to reach into electrical receptacles, inside walls and penetrate porous surfaces such as carpet, and ceiling tiles. It goes the same places that the mold spores floating in the air contaminating your home. For this reason you get a much more through process versus trying to scrub all surfaces with a chemical fungicide or biocide without missing a spot. Missed treatment areas allow the microscopic mold spores to remain behind to mature on another day when conditions are right.
WHAT IS “FOGGING” AND WHY IS IT BETTER?
We combine cleaning with fogging for the most thorough treatment. We utilize commercial grade professional fogging equipment. This equipment allows our unique formulation to disburse in molecules small enough to reach into electrical receptacles, inside walls and penetrate porous surfaces such as carpet, and ceiling tiles. It goes the same places that the mold spores floating in the air contaminating your home. For this reason you get a much more through process versus trying to scrub all surfaces with a chemical fungicide or biocide without missing a spot. Missed treatment areas allow the microscopic mold spores to remain behind to mature on another day when conditions are right.
Tuesday, June 1, 2010
Have you compared Mold Remeditation Methods?
We specialize in NON-DESTRUCTIVE TREATMENTS. NEW methods most often allow us the ability to treat your mold situation without tearing down the walls! Mold Remediation without Destruction! What is the best way to get rid of mold? Our treatment uses the MTR94 enzyme to clean and destroy mold and black mold within 24 hours. MTR94 is a breakthrough new technology in mold treatment and 100% effective against toxic black mold removal. Please visit our treatment page for details on MTR94.
Thursday, May 27, 2010
How can you tell if you have mold?
Having health issues and not sure what you can do?
American Mold Experts is certified in Inspection and Remediation for both Commercial & Residential properties. We can Inspection and Test your property. Take a look at these services:Inspection
We provide location assessment and inspection that includes examination of the property grounds, building exterior, crawl space, attic, and interiors. We assess the property for mold contamination and as important the cause of that contamination. Our reports will include steps to cure current problems and to prevent future problems. Contact us for an inspection fee quote.
Testing
If you request we can run a variety of tests to assess the level of contamination. Based on the problem and location we might use a tape test, swab or air sampling test. Each will help to determine the level of contamination, type of mold and varying counts by area. We compare this analysis against the outside counts to determine the saturation level affecting the interior. Each sample taken follows a chain of custody to the independent national lab. They provide us a full assessment report which you will receive a copy. The turn-a-round time for test results is typically three (3) business days.
If you have any questions please be sure to contact us or give us a call at 317-837-6665 or Toll Free at 877-877-9744.
Tuesday, May 18, 2010
Health Issues - After Remediation This Family is Healthy Again
For the past several months, my family had been sick with sinus and respiratory problems. Our six year old daughter had ear and sinus infections repeatedly. Everyone was on
one antibiotic after another and all 3 of us had been to see an ENT Specialist. Our new puppy even had runny draining eyes. Putting all those things together, I felt there was a possibility we were all being exposed to something that was making us sick. I found American Mold Experts via the internet. I called late on a Saturday afternoon and I was surprised when someone actually answered the phone. I explained our situation and American Mold Experts was at our house on Monday evening (which was the time that was convenient for us).
During the inspection, American Mold Expert’s found slight mold in the basement on an upstairs floor joist. For just a few hundred dollars we could have an air sample done to validate the quality of our air within the home. We felt it was a small price to pay for peace of mind… More
one antibiotic after another and all 3 of us had been to see an ENT Specialist. Our new puppy even had runny draining eyes. Putting all those things together, I felt there was a possibility we were all being exposed to something that was making us sick. I found American Mold Experts via the internet. I called late on a Saturday afternoon and I was surprised when someone actually answered the phone. I explained our situation and American Mold Experts was at our house on Monday evening (which was the time that was convenient for us). During the inspection, American Mold Expert’s found slight mold in the basement on an upstairs floor joist. For just a few hundred dollars we could have an air sample done to validate the quality of our air within the home. We felt it was a small price to pay for peace of mind… More
Thursday, May 6, 2010
Are YOU having chronic health issues? THEN Unlock the Mystery
We visit so many homes and always ask the question, “IS ANYONE IN THE HOUSEHOLD EXPERIENCING HEALTH ISSUES?” We get two (2) commons responses. Either “how did you know?” or we get the answer “NO” but later, after having some time to think about it, they then start to associate some nagging cough or allergy symptom with possible mold contamination in their home.
Air sampling is the key to unlocking the mystery. Our air sampling starts at just $250 so give us a call today at 317-837-6665 or Toll Free at 877-877-9744 with any questions you may have. Visit the website to read about our natural enzyme when it comes to destroying mold!
Air sampling is the key to unlocking the mystery. Our air sampling starts at just $250 so give us a call today at 317-837-6665 or Toll Free at 877-877-9744 with any questions you may have. Visit the website to read about our natural enzyme when it comes to destroying mold!
Tuesday, May 4, 2010
Prevent Mold Growth With These Tips
American Mold Experts is certified in Residential & Commercial Inspection and Remeditation and want to make sure when it comes to keeping you and your family safe you have some great tips, here is some vital information on keeping your your Summer Home, New Home or Existing Home safe.
Maintenance List
There are many things on the maintenance list and given the damp weather this year; many homeowners are reporting mold related issues. Plus, with the high pollen count and allergens, we are also hearing more about bouts of wheezing and sneezing.
Tips for a Safe Home:
To have an eco-healthy home, we want to provide a few tips for you so that you can ensure a wonderful summer season in your home.
Preventing Mold Growth
•Site Survey: Make sure draining gutters and downspouts point away from the foundation, and ensure that automatic lawn sprinklers do not point toward building walls.
•Check Exterior Siding & Bricks: if there are any cracks wider than 1/16 inch, seal them with clear silicone to prevent water from entering your home during the winter. Protect your home exterior by fixing cracks during warm months.
•Laundry Rooms: Any moisture generating appliances, such as washers and dryers should be vented to the outside.
•Bathrooms: Install a fan in the bathroom to allow venting and ensure that you use a nylon shower curtain (instead of vinyl).
•HVAC: Change your filter at the start of summer season and on a regular schedule. Inspect interior duct linings for signs of moisture or mold growth. Keep drip pans clean and unobstructed.
•Kitchen: Review your under appliance drip pan to remove excess water. And clean to discourage mold growth.
•Basement: Fix any issues with standing water and use a dehumidifier if necessary. Use non-porous carpeting. And ensure that you use paperless drywall during a finished basement renovation.
•Dehumidifiers: make sure that your dehumidifier pumps to the outside or change the storage tank daily.
•Purchase several Humidity Meters. These can be inexpensive ($8 at Wal*Mart in the same department as temperature thermometers). Place throughout the house and monitor. The readings should be less than 60% to prevent mold. Even without a leak mold spores can extract moisture from the air to grow and multiply.
Maintenance List
There are many things on the maintenance list and given the damp weather this year; many homeowners are reporting mold related issues. Plus, with the high pollen count and allergens, we are also hearing more about bouts of wheezing and sneezing.
Tips for a Safe Home:
To have an eco-healthy home, we want to provide a few tips for you so that you can ensure a wonderful summer season in your home.
Preventing Mold Growth
•Site Survey: Make sure draining gutters and downspouts point away from the foundation, and ensure that automatic lawn sprinklers do not point toward building walls.
•Check Exterior Siding & Bricks: if there are any cracks wider than 1/16 inch, seal them with clear silicone to prevent water from entering your home during the winter. Protect your home exterior by fixing cracks during warm months.
•Laundry Rooms: Any moisture generating appliances, such as washers and dryers should be vented to the outside.
•Bathrooms: Install a fan in the bathroom to allow venting and ensure that you use a nylon shower curtain (instead of vinyl).
•HVAC: Change your filter at the start of summer season and on a regular schedule. Inspect interior duct linings for signs of moisture or mold growth. Keep drip pans clean and unobstructed.
•Kitchen: Review your under appliance drip pan to remove excess water. And clean to discourage mold growth.
•Basement: Fix any issues with standing water and use a dehumidifier if necessary. Use non-porous carpeting. And ensure that you use paperless drywall during a finished basement renovation.
•Dehumidifiers: make sure that your dehumidifier pumps to the outside or change the storage tank daily.
•Purchase several Humidity Meters. These can be inexpensive ($8 at Wal*Mart in the same department as temperature thermometers). Place throughout the house and monitor. The readings should be less than 60% to prevent mold. Even without a leak mold spores can extract moisture from the air to grow and multiply.
Tuesday, April 27, 2010
Honest Business Practices with American Mold Experts
Hear from the people that have called us for quotes and/or remediation in their homes, here is one:
We had received a quote from another contractor to remediate what we believed was mold in our basement. We asked American to also give us a quote. American tested the suspected area first and was able to confirm it was not mold but dirt. We were very happy that their first goal was to identify the problem rather then just sell us the services.
Kevin K., Indianapolis, IN
Angie's List Member, March 2010
We had received a quote from another contractor to remediate what we believed was mold in our basement. We asked American to also give us a quote. American tested the suspected area first and was able to confirm it was not mold but dirt. We were very happy that their first goal was to identify the problem rather then just sell us the services.
Kevin K., Indianapolis, IN
Angie's List Member, March 2010
Tuesday, April 20, 2010
The Link Between Black Mold And Pregnancy
11 Mar 2010 Posted by:birthuse in: Baby Health
Humans and mold have lived together since the very beginning, but mold has become a big health issue only recently. So many cases of toxic mold poisoning have come to light recently that people can’t help but be concerned. Because this concern is so new, we have only just begun studying the effects of black mold and pregnancy. There isn’t much real evidence, but doctors are very concerned about how exposure to black mold during pregnancy can affect babies.
Black Mold and Birth Defects
There are countless stories of women being exposed to mold during pregnancy and suffering miscarriage or birth defects. However, there is not yet any solid hard scientific evidence that exposure to mold directly causes birth defects. Studies with animals have shown that there is a definite link between black mold and pregnancy, but animals are different than humans, so the results are somewhat inconclusive. Still, most doctors assume that there is some connection, and that pregnant women should be careful about exposure. More....
Humans and mold have lived together since the very beginning, but mold has become a big health issue only recently. So many cases of toxic mold poisoning have come to light recently that people can’t help but be concerned. Because this concern is so new, we have only just begun studying the effects of black mold and pregnancy. There isn’t much real evidence, but doctors are very concerned about how exposure to black mold during pregnancy can affect babies.
Black Mold and Birth Defects
There are countless stories of women being exposed to mold during pregnancy and suffering miscarriage or birth defects. However, there is not yet any solid hard scientific evidence that exposure to mold directly causes birth defects. Studies with animals have shown that there is a definite link between black mold and pregnancy, but animals are different than humans, so the results are somewhat inconclusive. Still, most doctors assume that there is some connection, and that pregnant women should be careful about exposure. More....
Monday, March 29, 2010
Analysis summary of the effectiveness of MTR94 against bacteria and common mold
The enzyme, MTR94, was tested to determine its antimicrobial efficacy against a mixture of three common fungi and two common bacteria. Minimum Lethal Concentration (MLC) testing was the method used to determine the minimum concentration of enzyme required to kill the test microorganisms. MTR94 was found to be effective at killing the mixture of fungi and bacteria tested.
Procedure: All testing was performed in triplicate. The mean of the three results was considered the efficacy for that treatment. All microorganisms used were active cultures. For the first test, spores of Aspergillus "iger, Penicillin decumbens and Stachybotrys chartarum (three common species of fungi) were• mixed in sterile phosphate buffer to get a final concentration of 105 cfu/mL. Similarly, for the second and third tests, standard inoculums of E. coli and methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aUfeUS (MRSA) were prepared to get a final concentration of 105 cfulmL. More...
Procedure: All testing was performed in triplicate. The mean of the three results was considered the efficacy for that treatment. All microorganisms used were active cultures. For the first test, spores of Aspergillus "iger, Penicillin decumbens and Stachybotrys chartarum (three common species of fungi) were• mixed in sterile phosphate buffer to get a final concentration of 105 cfu/mL. Similarly, for the second and third tests, standard inoculums of E. coli and methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aUfeUS (MRSA) were prepared to get a final concentration of 105 cfulmL. More...
Friday, March 26, 2010
East Mold Self Test Available
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Now You Can Test at Home- Results in 10 Minutes!
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•No complicated set-up
•No lab fees
•Immediate biochemical reaction*
•Quick and easy to use, just three simple steps
•Results within 10 minutes, with a simple color change
If you are not sure if you have Mold, order a kit online and take the test
Now You Can Test at Home- Results in 10 Minutes!
$25.00 Each or 2 for $40.00 (Includes Shipping and Handling)
•No complicated set-up
•No lab fees
•Immediate biochemical reaction*
•Quick and easy to use, just three simple steps
•Results within 10 minutes, with a simple color change
If you are not sure if you have Mold, order a kit online and take the test
Tuesday, March 23, 2010
Mold and Black Mold Removal Money Back Guarantee
Does anyone offer a Money Back Guarantee on Black Toxic Mold Removal? We do because we use breakthrough technology in toxic black mold and mold removal and cleaning which simply makes other methods of mold removal obsolete. Rather than ripping out and replacing infected areas, or worse, using hazardous chemicals and biocides to kill the mold try using a "natural approach".
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