Frequently Asked Questions

I have mold, is it the bad kind?

There are thousands of different types of mold and without a test you can’t identify the exact type of mold that is present. One thing to keep in mind is that people are affected differently by mold. Some people are far more susceptible to mold than others. The most important part of dealing with mold is to solve the moisture problem then remediate the mold. This can be done by scheduling a visual inspection with Fresh Air.

A home inspector wrote up that there is mold/fungus present in the crawlspace what should I do?

The first step is to schedule a certified mold remediator to evaluate the severity of the mold and to identify the moisture problem(s). It is always important to note that the New York State Guidelines state that the moisture problem must be solved to properly remediate mold. In addition, having a certified mold remediator (CMR) perform the inspection gives you the best possibility for a successful remediation. Fresh Air is a Certified Mold Remediation and Certified Mold Inspection firm.

How much does it cost to remediate mold?

The cost of mold remediation varies with each individual situation. Typically each problem is different with different solutions. Fresh Air will come out to do a visual inspection to identify the severity of the problem and the source of the moisture. Upon completion of the inspection the Account Manager will provide a written proposal with pictures and a solution to your problems.

I have condensation on my ductwork and insulation in my crawlspace, do I have a problem with HVAC system?

Though air leakage from improperly sealed ductwork may be a contributing factor to moisture issues in the crawlspace there may be additional problems associated with lack of air movement. Condensation on ducts and insulation is more commonly associated with a lack of air movement problem than an HVAC problem. The first step is to schedule a visual inspection with Fresh Air to allow one of our Account Managers inspect and evaluate the true source of the problem.

Do you do Mold Testing?

Though Fresh Air is fully qualified to do mold testing we specialize in mold remediation and feel there is a conflict of interest if you do your own mold testing and mold remediation. Typically, when you have mold testing at the beginning of the job you would want to have that same company come out after project completion to clear that the job has been completed properly. Fresh Air always recommends qualified independent companies to be hired by our clients to perform the testing.