Plaster walls present a unique challenge. They dry much slower than gypsum drywall, but the price to replace plaster is quite high. Therefore, drying is usually a more cost-effective and better option than removal. Special techniques such as tenting and … Continued
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Drying Inside the Wall- 2 of 3
Another common impediment to drying is insulation. A wall may contain fiberglass (with or without backing material), spray foam, or blown-in insulation. Each of these materials presents its own special needs in the drying process. Blown-in fiberglass or cellulose insulation … Continued
Drying Inside the Wall- 1 of 3
Water intrusion and plumbing leaks can leave property owners with wet walls – and insurance professionals with claims. A key question arises: is it necessary to remove the wall? Traditionally, restoration practices called for the complete removal and replacement of … Continued
Mold Remediation
A licensee should obtain a basic understanding of what constitutes the processing of a mold remediation project according to the newest industry standards. Mold Remediation will be discussed following specific definitions and criteria established by the Institute of Inspection, Cleaning … Continued
How to Deal with Dangerous Mold 3 of 3
PuroClean professionals will attempt to clean and dry mold-contaminated materials to help prevent recurrence. If materials cannot be satisfactorily cleaned, or if they need to be removed to access other moldy materials, a professional will take them down to structural … Continued