Description

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Even a minor, hidden water leak, untreated, can result in major mold problems and thousands of dollars in damage... and a severely mold-contaminated house can't be lived in or sold Once moisture combines with dust or mold-friendly materials like drywall, mold can start growing and spreading in as little as 24-48 hours.

This book will show you how to:

• Inspect for mold throughout a home.
• Remove mold and keep it from coming back... including the best maintenance procedures to prevent mold growth.
• Select mold-preventive construction techniques and new mold-resistant materials if you're building or remodeling.
• Deal with insurance companies if you're thinking of submitting a mold damages claim.
• Select a reliable mold removal contractor, and know when you need one.
• Plus standard procedures and costs for mold remediation, testing, and repair work

FEATURES:

Invaluable tips on:

• Recognizing mold, will full-color photographs
• Removing mold safely and effectively
• Mold removal contractors and insurance issues

About the Author

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Michael Pugliese, CMR, CMT is the author of The Homeowner's Guide to Mold, published by Wiley.