Moisture Control Experts

About Moisture Control Experts

Moisture Control Experts is an environmental service firm specializing in water damage restoration, mold remediation, structural drying, air quality testing and crawl space renovations. We have two convenient offices in South Carolina, one in Mount Pleasant and one in Charleston, SC and are currently looking into the North Carolina area. We have been in the Building business since 1982 active in mold remediation since 1993 and serving South Carolina since 1998.

 

WHY USE MOISTURE CONTROL EXPERTS?

Honest Answers, Real Solutions

 

 

QUALIFICATIONS

• Certified Commercial and Residential Mold Inspector and Remediation contractor CMI, CMRC, CBMI, CBMR
• Licensed South Carolina Home Builder
• IAQA and IICRC Certification
• OSHA, 1910.134 Compliant
• Indoor Air Quality Association members
• Better Business Bureau A rated company

EDUCATION, KNOWLEDGE AND INSURANCE

Don’t chance your water disaster, mold remediation or drying projects to untrained, uninsured companies. Moisture Control Experts LLC has been proactive in its education and training obtaining IAQA and IICRC Certification. We also carry general liability insurance specific for water disaster and mold remediation projects.

Commitment

We are committed to treating our customers with honesty, professionalism and most of all satisfaction and results. We will not leave a home or business until you are completely satisfied with our service.

Visual Mold Inspections Mold inspection done by certified mold remediator. We visually inspect the your structure for possible defects, trouble areas and or humidity issues.	Material Sampling A certified inspector will collect contaminated materials from your site to be sent out for testing.
Air Quality Sampling Air samples are also taken with sensitive equipment along with slide samples. These samples are sent off to an independent lab with results returned within 24 – 48 hours.	Mold Remediation Mold will be expertly remediated following OSHA 1910.134 guild lines with post air quality and spore slide tests to show that remediation was Successful.
Allergen Testing Carpets, bedding air can also be checked for high allergens such as dust mites pollen or dander.	Structural Drying Quick response to sudden water intrusion such as a burst water line, leaking roof, natural disaster or any other catastrophe.
Healthy Crawlspace Systems Crawl space dehumidification systems, French drain systems and vapor barriers installed. Crawlspace renovations which includes structural repairs caused by mold and wood destroying fungi all done by our Highly trained qualified staff.	Construction Pre Treatment Construction pre treatment on your home during the framing stages to inhibit future fungi growth done by a certified mold remediation contractor.

Specializing in Water Damage Restoration and Mold Remediation 24 Hour service 7 days a week

• Water Extractions
• Mold Remediation
• Structural Drying
• Reconstruction

Step 1 - Immediate response

Timely response is the most critical factor in water damage restoration and necessary to prevent progressive material damage, amplification of Micro Organisms to minimize potential adverse health effects. When a flood or water damage occurs time is the enemy. More time equals more damage which equals more money. The mitigation process is designed to lessen the effect of the loss and stop the growth of mold. We make sure that the source of the water is stopped or contained, the water is then extracted and personal items are removed to a secure, dry area.

Step 2 – Structural Drying

Specialized drying equipment is used to dry quickly. Turbo air movers are used to begin the process of evaporation and low grain dehumidifiers are used to remove evaporated water from the air. Moisture meters and thermo hygrometers are used to track moisture content in a building and aid in determining what equipment to use and for how long. Each disaster is different but expect a 2 – 3 day dry time for normal circumstances. Additional drying time may be needed for more severe cases.

Step 3 – Structural Restoration

Now that the area is dried and lack of mold presence is verified, its time to put your building back together. Depending upon your circumstances, one or more of the following procedures may be required.

1. Structural repairs such as sheetrock repairs, baseboard or trim replacement and lastly prime, caulk and painting.
2. Carpet pad replaced and carpet placement, carpets are lifted up during drying process for turbo air driers (depends on several variables)
3. Carpet pad and carpet replaced. This would done only if water was an issue for over a long period of time and mold contaminated carpet.
4. Furniture and contents replaced to original locations
5. Final steam clean, disinfect and deodorize.

• IAQA and Micro Certified
• IICRC Certified
• OSHA,1910.134 Compliant
• SC Licensed Home Builder
• Air and Bulk sampling
  Commercial
  Industrial
  Residential
• 60 Minute response time (most cases)
• Xactimate estimating
• Insurance claims accepted
• Free mold consultation with CMR/CMI

Mold is a Growing Problem and a Major Concern

As you are aware, the restoration industry offers unique challenges and ever changing circumstances that must be dealt with accordingly. It takes years of experience to acquire the necessary skills and expertise to produce a high quality restoration firm to serve this high demand industry brings many years of the construction (since 1982) and mold remediation business (since 1998) that you would get from a larger corporation with a personal touch of a smaller company. We pride ourselves for our leadership, staff and experience which make us the company of choice in mold remediation, structural drying and water damage restoration.

What You Should Know About Molds

Mycotoxin's, which is a toxic substance produced by fungus and molds can cause serious health issues in humans and animals. Health effects range from short term irritations to immunosuppression to cancer and even death. If any toxic molds are identified it is suggested that you seek advice from an Industrial Hygienist or other indoor air quality professional. Moisture Control Experts will assist you in referring a professional in this field if needed.

Pathogenic Molds can cause serious health issues in persons with suppressed immune systems, those taking chemotherapy or those with autoimmunity disorders. Seek professional help when these molds are present or if you suspect that they are.

Most Frequent Health Symptoms from Mold Exposure

• Chronic Fatigue
• Headaches
• Memory loss and loss of concentration
• Difficulties in logical thinking and learning
• Coughing, sore lungs
• Difficulty breathing
• Flu like symptoms
• Watery eyes
• Chronic colds
• Irritability

Mold Facts

• There are many molds that have the potential to cause health problems including Alternaria, Aspergillus, Penicillium, Chaetomium, Cladosporium, Fusarium and Stachybotrys.
• Mold spores can even cause problems and health effects even if the spores are dead.
• Molds can grow undetected inside wall spaces, under carpeting and inside HVAC systems.
• Mold growth can often be a sign of structural or building defects that allows water to penetrate into a home or building.

 

Improper cleanup or removal of large areas of mold growth or mold damaged areas can cause airborne levels of spores to increase up to 10,000 times that of back ground levels resulting in acute exposure to those doing the cleanup. This is why personal protective equipment should be worn and areas that are mold damaged be professionally contained before cleanup so not to contaminate the rest of the building or home.

If you suspect a mold issue or problem, call us today for a free mold consultation with a certified CMRC.

To learn more about the effects of mold please visit http://www.epa.gov/mold for more information.

Crawl Space Renovations

Is Your Crawl Space

• Moldy, Damp or Musty
• Full of standing water after heavy rain fall.
• Damaged from wood destroying fungi caused by moisture or high humidity
• Have termite or other wood destroying insect damage
• Full of nasty pests or insects

Do You Have?

• Constant Flu like symptoms
• Foul odors in certain areas of your home.
• Soft or spongy areas on flooring.
• Hardwood floors that are cupping or separating.
• Damaged insulation on HVAC duct work.
• Peace of mind that you are breathing clean air in your home.
• 20 year warranties on areas that area treated with anti microbial

Our Services Include

• Dehumidification Systems (5 year warranty with service contract)
• Mold Removal
• Anti Microbial Treatments (spot treat or full sub flooring system)
• French Drain Systems
• Vapor Barriers Using 10 Mill Plastic (20 year warranty)
• Sump Pump Systems
• Structural Damage Repair
• Concrete Block Piers

Uncontrolled moisture creates an environment which supports mold growth, wood destroying fungi and unwanted pests. Crawl Space moisture comes from various sources: the soil, humidity, condensation from damaged insulation on HVAC duct lines, leaking water supply pipes and leaking plumbing waste lines. If left uncorrected humidity and moisture in your crawl space will damage the flooring structure of your home. It can also lead to a mold issues inside and under your home which can affect your long term health.

We can help

Call us today for a free written estimate on any one of our dehumidification systems. We do have the solutions at reasonable prices. Ask us about our 20 year warranty on our Anti Microbial treatment (if mold returns we will re treat area at no charge to you).

For further information on crawlspaces please visit http://www.crawlspaces.org