You’ve Got Mould, Along with Everyone Else
It’s a biological reality that you have mould in your home, your children’s school, your workplace, and even your car. It exists on your skin, in your hair, and in the air you breathe. For some people, it is even found in their beards. Unless you live in a sterile bubble or a highly protected […]
The Great Mould of 2022: A Case Study in Environmental Proliferation
In 2022, continuous and elevated levels of wet weather stretching from mid New South Wales to Southeast Queensland resulted in tens of thousands of houses experiencing mould growth on surfaces and contents at an unprecedented scale. Much of this proliferation was resultant from prolonged periods of high humidity within properties, which was directly caused by […]
The Technical Competency of Environmental Surface Sampling in Buildings
Abstract When it comes to microbial sampling for remediation and restoration projects, there are no set criteria as to when or how to sample. A common misconception within the industry is that only a microbiologist or mycologist is qualified to collect environmental samples for mould or bacterial analysis. This perspective often leads to unnecessary project […]
If In Doubt, Don’t Just Rip It Out: A Technical Framework for Salvage versus Disposal
Abstract In the property restoration industry, buildings affected by water ingress or fire require a complex series of critical decisions regarding material management. A common but flawed response to property damage is the immediate and scrupulous removal of building materials without a proper technical evaluation. This practice often stems from a lack of understanding regarding […]
Microbial Sampling for Restoration and Remediation Projects
When it comes to microbial sampling for remediation and restoration projects, there are no set criteria as to when to sample and how to sample.
It is important to note that there are no recognised industry Standards or Guidelines that provide what acceptable levels are for any specific bacteria or mould species in the air or on surfaces.
Mould Madness: The High Cost of Misinformation in Water Damage Claims
Abstract Fungus (aka mould) is a fascinating organism, yet even more fascinating is the level of exploitation surrounding insurance claims and water-damaged properties. Not a day goes by without mounting frustrations from the industry regarding escalating costs and potentially unjustified responses to water damage claims and associated microbial contamination. As a business that solely provides […]
