Home Inspection Reveals Mold in the Attic in Wall Township, NJ

Challenge

We were sent out to a home in Wall Township, NJ after a home inspector found mold in the attic near a bathroom exhaust tube. The homeowner immediately contacted Mold Solutions by Cowleys to solve the problem.

First, we equipped our personal protective equipment (PPE) and then treated the mold with an antimicrobial application called MAPS 1, which stands for Mold Abatement Polymer Solutions. MAPS 1 is an EPA registered product that attacks mold on a cellular level and immediately kills it. Afterward, we used our mold stain remover and began scrubbing away all the mold growth throughout the area.

Next, we applied our patented sealant called MAPS 2. MAPS 2 is a moisture-sensitive application that encapsulates the surface mold is growing on and renders it harmless, inert, and non-allergenic. One of the best features of MAPS 2 is that it will reactivate whenever it gets wet to prevent future mold growth. 

Solution

We began treatment by first applying our antimicrobial solution (called MM1) to kill any surface mold as well as any airborne spores. The mold, which is now dead, still leaves stains. So, I resolved that problem by using a commercial grade stain remover. After the solution dried, I applied our patented polymer sealer (called MM2) that acts as a protective coating to prevent future mold growth. 

Finally, my favorite part of the job. We showed the homeowner pictures of his attic, now free of mold. He was thrilled, especially since there would be no delay in the sale of his home.