You may have heard of a new trend for mold remediation that involves using ultraviolet light. Is this possible? Can UV light destroy mold? If so, how does it work? What is the best method for mold remediation, and can you remove mold from your home yourself? The experts at RestoPros have the answers for you.
How Does UV Light Destroy Mold?
Yes, UV light can be used as a form of mold remediation. But what is it about UV light that stops mold from reproducing? UV light actually acts as a natural form of sanitation. It sterilizes bacteria, viruses, and mold spores so they can’t multiply.
Usually a UV light device is attached to an HVAC unit so it can serve as an air purifier. If mold doesn’t grow in your air ducts, then it’s less likely for mold to become a big nuisance in your home.
Can UV Light Destroy Mold Completely?
Although UV light is now used in some forms of mold remediation, the level of UV light used in home mold remediation is too low to destroy mold completely. Even dead mold spores can still trigger allergic reactions in those who have mold allergies.
UV light devices in HVAC units can act as an effective mold prevention measure, but it’s not 100 percent infallible. Even the smallest amount of mold can spread and cause health problems for you and your family.
What Is the Best Method of Mold Remediation?
The CDC offers an eight-step guide to remediating mold in your home: It involves wearing protective gear, throwing away soiled items, improving air circulation, cleaning while keeping chemical solutions in mind, drying soaked areas of your home, and more.
This is a lot to remember for someone who isn’t trained to work with mold. Handling mold improperly can make you sick. Handling the cleaning chemicals improperly can be deadly. Leave mold remediation and removal to the professionals at RestoPros. We’ll take care of your mold problem for you.
Why Choose RestoPros
Of all the mold remediation specialists in your area, RestoPros is the one to choose. We offer 24/7 emergency mold remediation services. Our mold remediation experts employ a 106-point proven remediation process, so you can rest assured that your home is safe from the dangers of mold. Our company has your safety in mind: We always come onsite with first aid kits, eye-washing stations, and fire extinguishers. We also have full-time staff members who are registered nurses (RNs) and safety officers.
At RestoPros, we take customer safety very seriously. It’s the only thing we consider over customer satisfaction, which—as you can see from our five-star reviews on Google, Yelp, and Angie’s List—is top of mind for our business.
If you’re ready to get rid of mold in your home once and for all, call RestoPros right away.