What You Need To Know About Mold

2/8/2018 (Permalink)

Mold poses a serious health threat to anyone living with it. For proper mold remediation, call SERVPRO of The East End.

Water damage in your home or office? You could be at risk for mold growth. This subject is actually more complex and serious than you may think. So let us break it down for you.

In 2015, Governor Andrew Cuomo signed a NYS Senate Bill S3667D-2013 which added Article 32 to the Labor Law. This article established the licensing of mold inspection, assessment, and remediation specialists and minimum work standards. 

Now that this law is in effect, mold remediation specialists are required to have more certification than they have ever needed before. For homeowners and business owners, what this means is that any contractor you hire to perform mold remediation and abatement services must be certified. 

When should you hire a mold remediation company?

• New York State has set fourth a guideline that whenever 10 sq ft or more of mold is found you should consult a mold remediation specialist.

Need more tips?

• Request proof of pollution insurance
• Request proof of workers compensation and liability insurance
• Request employee and company certification.
• Obtain a written contract for all work to be done and costs to be incurred.

Or you could just call SERVPRO of The East End. All of our employees are IICRC certified mold remediators and we stary current on all certifications and requirements set forth by New York State . Our team continues to advance in mold remediation techniques as the industry advances each year. 

Mold is a serious threat to home and office owners, so having professionals who know how to handle the job correctly is crucial to the health and well being of your family and employees. We have been living and working in the community we serve for over 40 years. We care about the welfare of our neighbors and friends, as well as the businesses we patronize. Call us at 631-653-9595 to learn more.