Mold Solutions by Cowleys Before & After Photos

During the pending sale of a home in Howell, NJ, the inspector discovered extensive mold growth in the crawl space. Mold, a type of fungus, is always caused by some water or moisture problem inside a structure. Sustained high indoor humidity levels are enough to trigger mold growth. Basements and crawl spaces are often prime breeding grounds for mold. Many crawl spaces are still vented, allowing thick, humid outside air to enter, not to mention insects and other pests. 

First, we applied MAPS 1, which is an antimicrobial solution that targets mold at its cellular level and kills it instantly. After applying MAPS 1, we scrubbed away the mold and then applied our patented sealant called MAPS 2. MAPS 2 encapsulates the mold, rendering it non-allergenic & harmless, and is moisture sensitive and will reactivate when it gets wet to prevent future mold growth. In order to address the high humidity levels in the basement, we installed a Sedona Sandi-Dry XP dehumidifier. A Sedona Sandi-Dry XP is a powerful, energy-efficient dehumidifier that outperforms standard household dehumidifiers by as much as 10 times while using the same amount of energy to run. Now the seller can continue with the sale of his home!

We were called out to a home in Wall Township, NJ where the owners had spotted mold in the attic near a bathroom exhaust tube during a home inspection. The homeowner immediately contacted Cowleys Mold Solutions to solve the problem. We began by first applying our antimicrobial solution (MM1) to kill any surface mold as well as any airborne. Due to the heavy stains, which can remain even after the mold is killed, (mold is a live organism we followed up the mold treatment with a commercial grade stain remover. After the solution dries, we then apply our patented polymer sealer(MM2). Our system prevents the return of mold growth on all treated surfaces.

A small family practice medical office in Howell, NJ was closed for a short time during the summer for a family vacation. While away, the building’s air conditioning system malfunctioned and stopped functioning during an exceptionally hot and humid week, and the office was filled with warm humid air. The air conditioning system was immediately fixed and started pumping out cool air, however, this caused an unintended problem — vent and ductwork mold growth. The owner called our office and we were sent out to inspect and treat the problem

Since this was a doctor’s office, this mold had to be treated quickly and correctly. First, we applied our EPA-registered anti-microbial called MAPS 1. This product attacks mold at its DNA and kills it instantly. After applying MAPS 1, we then scrubbed away all the mold and applied MAPS 2. MAPS 2 is a patented sealant that encapsulates the surface mold is growing on and renders it useless and non-allergenic. MAPS 2 is also moisture-sensitive and reactivates whenever it gets wet to prevent the return of mold.

There was some staining from the mold on one of the vents, however, it is purely aesthetic. Once MAPS 1 & 2 have been applied, the mold is no longer a threat. The customer was pleased that we were able to resolve this mold issue so expeditiously. He was concerned that the area would not be usable for some period of time for treating patients, and that was not the case. With our mold treatment process, everything was up and running in no time.

These homeowners in Colts Neck, NJ needed to have mold in their basement treated in order to be able to put their home up for sale and attract potential buyers. For obvious reasons, active mold growth in a home is unacceptable to the majority of potential home buyers. As often happens, mold problems are either ignored or not discovered until the home-selling process, and unfortunately, by that time, the mold growth has progressed making it more expensive to treat. Also, the delay in treating the mold exposes the occupants of the home to a variety of respiratory problems.  

The basement mold was caused by excess moisture and high indoor humidity in the basement. This home went for years without dehumidification and there were also indications of groundwater seepage into the basement. Homes situated in areas with high water tables are especially prone to flooding and groundwater intrusion, and it is important for homeowners to keep an eye on their investment. Water and moisture damage is the culprit of a wide range of problems, from mold growth to wood rot that can damage a home’s foundation.  

We treated the entire basement with our EPA registered anti-microbial called MAPS 1, which attacks mold at its DNA and kills it instantly. We then scrubbed away the mold and applied MAPS 2, which is our patented sealant that encapsulates the surface mold is growing on and renders the mold non-allergenic and harmless. MAPS 2 is also moisture-sensitive and reactivates whenever it gets wet to prevent the return of mold.

Unfortunately, due to the fact that mold has been present in the basement for such a long period of time, it stained the area. Fortunately, these stains are purely aesthetic and pose no health risk. Once MAPS 1 & 2 have been applied, the mold is no longer a threat.

In order to control the humidity in the basement, we installed a Sani-dry dehumidifier, which is a commercial-grade dehumidifier specifically designed and manufactured for the challenging environments of basements and crawl spaces. 

This home in Freehold, NJ had extensive mold growth through the joists in the crawl space. We investigated and discovered that reason for the mold growth was due to high humidity levels. 

After identifying the conducive condition that caused the mold growth, we applied our EPA registered solution called MAPS 1, which stands for Mold Abatement Polymer Solutions. This product attacks mold at its DNA and kills it instantly. Afterward, we applied our patented sealant called MAPS 2. This product encapsulates the surface mold is growing on and renders mold non-allergenic and harmless. MAPS 2 is also moisture-sensitive and reactivates whenever it gets wet to prevent the return of mold.

Finally, we installed a commercial-grade Sani Dry dehumidifier to keep the crawl space dry, which is essential in preventing any further mold growth.