Mold Remediation

Rutgers Researchers Say Mold Can Lead to Parkinson’s-Like Symptoms

The Rutgers study exposed fruit flies to various chemicals emitted by molds

November 13, 2013

According to a Nov. 11 story on NJ.com, Rutgers researchers have found that fruit flies exposed to mold came down with symptoms that are similar to Parkinson’s Disease, a breakthrough discovery in the potential health issues that may be caused by mold exposure.

Routine Mold Job Uncovers Hidden Asbestos Hazard: A Case Study

Those of us that have spent any amount of time in the restoration and remediation industry understand that asbestos is all around us

Chris Spensley

November 1, 2013

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It was June 2012 when I got the call no project manager in the restoration and remediation industry wants to receive.

Contec Inc. Celebrates 25 Years of Business

Contec acquired Sporicidin in 2008 to provide more disinfection solutions to a variety of customers in the mold remediation and restoration market

October 24, 2013

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This month, Contec, Inc. is celebrating a big milestone – 25 years of bringing critical cleaning solutions to customers all over the world.

IICRC: On Standards, New Mission Statement, NFSI Partnership and More

The IICRC’s Mold Removal Specialist (MRS) certification exam is now accepted for applicants seeking mold remediation licensure in the state of Florida

Tom Hill

October 1, 2013

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IICRC S520-2008 Standard and Reference Guide for Professional Mold Remediation The IICRC is in the process of revising the IICRC S520-2008 Standard and Reference Guide for Professional Mold Remediation.

Mold Remediation Products Spotlight

September 3, 2013

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Find useful Mold Remediation products to use on your next mold removal project.

IICRC News and Notes - August 2013

August 7, 2013

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The IICRC is revising the IICRC S520-2008 Standard and Reference Guide for Professional Mold Remediation and the draft S520 Standard is under peer review and available now for public review and comment.

IICRC Exam OK’ed for Florida Mold Remediation Licensure

The MRS program is the IICRC’s first stand alone, single exam certification

July 22, 2013

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The Institute of Inspection Cleaning and Restoration Certification (IICRC) has announced that its Mold Removal Specialist (MRS) certification exam is accepted for applicants seeking mold remediation licensure in the state of Florida.

Restoring Long Island in Superstorm Sandy’s Aftermath

Both Long Island homes took two days to complete deconstruction and the damage estimates were between $6,000 and $6,500

Will Southcombe

July 8, 2013

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The devastating effects of last October’s Superstorm Sandy were felt throughout the Northeast, leaving thousands of homes damaged and millions of residents without power.

IICRC S520 Draft Standard Now Available for Public Review

IICRC S520 is a procedural standard and reference guide for the remediation of mold damaged structures and contents

July 8, 2013

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The Institute of Inspection, Cleaning and Restoration Certification (IICRC) has announced in a press release that the revised draft of the S520 Standard is available now for public review and comment.