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Whenever you have mold present in a property it is an indication that water damages might have happened, possibly are still presents and humidity levels are higher than they should be. Every situation can vary slightly and this how-to will not cover all possible options for remediation, but should give you an idea of what is involved in properly containing and remediating a small job.

A small mold damage is considered less than 10 sq ft of damage area, but different situations may dictate that this allowable area be less depending on the professional judgement of a remediator. To picture 10 sq ft think for example a 5 ft section of wall 2 ft high. It is also recommended that a  professional be consulted if excess water damage is present so that the structure can be properly evaluated and repaired. Remember that even small mold damage jobs can present a health risk, so please protect your self and anyone who works with you. 

Steps:

1. Use personal protective equipment
   • Gloves (Nitrile, Natural rubber, Neoprene, Polyurethane, Polyvinylchloride (PVC))
   • Minimum of N95 Respirator (the 95 represents the 95% of contaminants that are filtered out of the air as the user breathes. Only respirators that are approved by the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) should be used during mold remediation. Make sure to use the respirators according to any applicable Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) regulations. One alternative to the N95 is the P100 
   • Goggles for eye protection (they should not allow air to move around the eyes readily as regular safety glasses would. 
   • Avoid exposing yourself or others to mold. Wearing Tyvek suits is the best way to do this. Throw them away after and do not reuse multiple times.
2. Dry Structure and contents as soon as possible, The first priority should be to fix plumbing leaks and other water damage issues. See my post on how to take care of water damages here: https://www.biggerpockets.com/forums/517/topics/28...
3. Contain the damaged area. 
   • For small areas of a few square feet, one of the easiest ways to contain the mold initially is to apply an adhesive backed paper or plastic before removal. 
   • HEPA air scrubbing is usually recommended, but a variation could be offered by a professional depending on the situation. 
4. Absorbent or porous materials, such as ceiling tiles and carpet, may have to be thrown away if they become moldy. 
5. Place all material removed in a plastic bag of minimum 6 mil thickness. Double bag and tie.
6. Mold on hard surfaces can be cleaned with detergent and water. after cleaning let it completely dry.
7. Mold can grow on or fill in the empty spaces and crevices of porous materials, this may make the mold difficult or impossible to remove completely.
8. Use caution to remove mold and dry all surfaces before trying to paint or caulk as it may peel away.

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Wax on the carpet requires a special chemical process to remove it. It is much cheaper and easier than replacing carpet or installing any other type of flooring. Call us the next time you need wax removed from your Kansas City carpets or if you have other questions about what carpet damage can be restored. We can save carpets 90% of the time from tenant caused damages. To ask questions or schedule Call 816-837-0083 or Email: [email protected] See our videos about this and other topics coming soon on Facebook.com/marvelousrestoration

Many tenants are great and care for the space that they are renting from you, but some can cause damages that make you ask WHY? 

Whether it is stains, burns, holes in the carpet, removed portions of the carpet, wax spilled on the carpet, torn seams, wrinkles, etc. We have solutions for all your tenant caused damages that can save you the money and hassle of replacing your carpets. If your properties are located in the Kansas City Metro we are here to help. Just Call us at 816-837-0083 or Email: [email protected]

Great to see you get involved here on BP! you will learn alot if you read through, ask questions and listen to the podcasts! Welcome.

The service business is not about money, even though that is involved in the transactions, it must first be about relationships and how the interests of those involved can be best served. This adds value by creating other avenues of possible service that can benefit all parties involved: investors, tenants and contractors.

I believe that offering the best value is more important than the best price. That is not to say that price should not be competitive, but if I have to choose between similar services, I am always willing to pay more for better service and quality. Our pricing is standardized and not quoted differently from job to job.

When work is done on a property it should be done right. We communicate clearly and quickly when we find concerning problems and give investors the opportunity to fix them properly instead of offering services to just get a job done and get paid. We truly care about the wellbeing of your properties and your tenants.

We serve others how we would like to be served! We do this with Prompt Service, Great Communication, Excellent quality of work, and an understanding that every investment situation can be different. We can help with small jobs or large jobs, our caring commitment will be the same. 

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Investors in the Kansas City Metro, 

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When you have water damage in a kitchen there are many places for it to be trapped and difficult to dry out using standard methods. Call Marvelous Restoration at 816-837-0083 at the first sign of water damage and we can come out to you property in the Kansas City Metro. We offer a variety of specialty drying services to help save cabinets and structures in your kitchens!

When water damage occurs it is never pleasant for the property owner, but the prospect of replacing hardwood floors can make it even worse! Marvelous Restoration utilizes specialty structural drying techniques that when combined with Low Grain Dehumidification can save your cupped floors. If you call us soon enough after the loss occurs we can even save it from sanding and refinishing. 816-837-0083. If you have questions about any of our services feel free to email [email protected]

@Chris Dawson Tahnks for the tip! Are there any threads that you recomend I follow here on BP regarding the local groups?