The serious effects of overexposure to common molds are fevers, fatigue and breathing problems, while overexposure to certain types of fungi, known as toxic molds can cause severe problems such as nosebleeds, hypersensitivity pneumonitis and permanent lung damage.



Areas that are chronically moist provide ideal conditions for mold growth since all molds need water to grow. Materials high in cellulose content such as sheet rock, ceiling tiles and wood become ideal breading grounds for mold when they are exposed to a moisture source. Mold growth can also occur in HVAC Systems that have been inadequately maintained.


It is important to promptly address water and moisture problems to prevent mold contamination. Removal of the water source, such as repairing a leaky pipe is the first and easiest step in avoiding mold growth. Mold in HVAC systems is removed by cleaning the air ducts. Evidence of toxic mold growth requires remediation procedures such as removal of sheet rock, wood beams, carpeting and ceiling tiles and the disposal and/or hygienic wipe down of the contents of the affected areas.

Air Cleaning Systems is certified by the Indoor Air Quality Association to provide mold testing and mold remediation to commercial and residential customers. Our mold remediation procedures conform strictly to IAQA, OSHA, EPA, NADCA and the New York City Department of Health guidelines for assessment and remediation of fungi in indoor environments. From level 1 to level 5 containment situations we utilize source, local and full scale containment.