Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ's):
What is an allergen?
Why should I have a mold inspection?
Why choose PMT?
Should clients be present during inspections?
How long do mold inspections take?
Does PMT provide mold remediation?
WHAT IS AN ALLERGEN:
Over 50 million Americans suffer from upper respiratory tract symptoms
that are allergic reactions to airborne allergens. Allergy refers
to the immune systems reaction to contact with a foreign substance.
Most of these foreign substances are usually nontoxic or non allegoric
in people. Allergy producing substances are called allergens.
Examples of allergens include mold, dust, mites, pollen, dander
and foods.
When these allergens come in contact with the body they cause
an allergic reaction in certain people. There are two types of
allergies. Seasonal
allergies are caused by blooming and growing trees in the spring,
grass in the summer or weeds in the fall. Perennial allergies
occur
year round and are triggered by dust, mold, animal dander and
mites. PMT identifies the type of allergen in the home so that
individuals’ allergic
reactions can be eliminated or lessened.
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WHY SHOULD I HAVE A MOLD
INSPECTION:
To feel secure that your home is safe and providing you and your
family with a healthy environment. Unfortunately, mold cannot
be seen most
of the time unless it has positive conditions for mold growth. These
include moisture, high temperatures, high humidity and a substrate
to grow on. The mold can then multiply in size and be seen as
discoloration.
Our certified and professionally trained inspectors will determine
the type of mold present by visual inspection and testing. These
procedures
assess whether or not toxic mold is present in the home. Our staff
will assist you in addressing ways to eliminate the mold problem
from your
home.
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WHY CHOOSE PMT:
PMT owner KEN OKIN is experienced and knowledgeable in dealing with
public health matters and has the training and understanding
to guide his clients thought this crisis situation. Mr. Okin gets
involved
first-hand
with all his clients to ensure the best possible solutions to
the mold issue. PMT staff is certified and trained in Mold Inspection
and must
comply with the stringent guidelines imposed by Mr. Okin.
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SHOULD
CLIENTS BE PRESENT DURING INSPECTION:
PMT encourages clients to be present at the time of the inspection
so the inspector can explain and educate individuals about
the inspection procedure and results. PMT works diligently with
clients to arrange
a time which best fits their schedule.
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HOW LONG DO MOLD INSPECTIONS
TAKE:
Inspection time varies depending on the size of the property.
Typically, mold inspections take 2 - 3 hours to complete.
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DOES PMT PROVIDE MOLD REMEDIATION:
No. Mold Remediation should be provided by companies specializing
in this area. PMT strongly believes that it would be a
conflict of interest
to provide this service. PMT is happy to provide referrals
for customers who request such services.
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