|
| |
Newspapers and television programs are increasingly reporting on
mold problems with newer homes and schools.
In one such
instance, the Ballard family of Texas had their home demolished in April of this
year due to mold infestation that could not be removed. Their son suffered
permanently scarred asthmatic lungs, while the father lost his memory and his
job. The mold got so bad they needed hepa filters to enter the house.
Erin
Brockovich and her family are also battling mold related illnesses, like
respiratory ailments and chronic headaches, to name a few. Tests on the home
revealed serious construction flaws and high levels of several molds. Blood test
results indicated a severe reaction to two of the molds that showed up in the
home. For more information, visit
http://democrats.sen.ca.gov
(search Ortiz) under the "Landmark Toxic Mold Legislation Draws Support From
Local and National Advocates" article.
There are specific
environmental conditions required for mold to propagate. A specific temperature
range and source of food are the basic factors that must be in place, but the
most important element is the presence of moisture. For more information on mold
and how to control it, click on the link below
|
MOLD
|
| |
Moisture can be present within building walls, ceilings,
attics, and crawlspaces via:
- gravity
- capillary action
- air leakage
- diffusion
In order to minimize the potential for mold growth, a
building envelope system has to meet all of the following criteria:
- The building envelope must prevent water from penetrating. Therefore,
the structure must be properly sealed and contain an effective drainage
plane / rain screen.
- The building envelope must control air leakage. Uncontrolled air
leakage leads to condensation and mold growth within the building
envelope. The Icynene Insulation System ® provides a complete air seal –
sprayed into the wall it expands 100:1 in sec Black
Mold growing
- and, adhering to all surfaces.
- The components of the building should resist moisture and once wet
should then have the potential to dry quickly (they should be
hydrophobic). As supported by test results from leading building product
laboratories, Icynene does not wick or absorb water. Moisture passes
through Icynene, and once dry, the product returns to its full performance
value.
- All components should be installed with relative ease and should not
be installation-dependent for their ultimate performance. Installed by a
Licensed Dealer, Icynene is a quick and effective, one-step insulation and
air barrier system. No costly additional labor is required for caulking,
taping, window gap foaming, etc.
The key to winning the war against mold is to take pre-emptive measures
for the future health of your family. For more information on how to
evaluate your home for susceptibility to mold infestation, please call your
local Icynene Licensed Dealer. To find a Dealer near you use the Dealer
Locator located in the left-hand column. |
|
Graber Insealators Inc.
