Air Scrubber: The 1 Essential Tool to Eliminate Mold

2/27/2023 (Permalink)

The professionals at SERVPRO strategically place air scrubbers to maximize performance!

We use air scrubbers to eliminate mold and other air pollutants from a property effectively.

The professionals at SERVPRO of Downtown Atlanta have been mitigating and restoring mold issues in residential and commercial properties for decades. One of the most effective ways of removing mold is using air scrubbers.

Air scrubbers use powerful fans to draw air through a filtration system, allowing particles like mold spores to be trapped in the filter while clean air circulates back into the property.

The air scrubber is a powerful machine and should only be used by certified technicians, not homeowners or other untrained individuals, due to the potential for cross-contamination. In addition, air scrubbers must be installed and maintained correctly to achieve the desired results of mold elimination.

No matter the extent of mold damage, the professionals at SERVPRO of Downtown Atlanta know that we can always rely on our air scrubber machines to remove mold effectively. In the following blog post, we will go over the types of air scrubbers available, the installation process, and other important information related to using air scrubbers to eliminate mold from a property. So, without further ado, let's dive into air scrubbers.

Types of air scrubbers

There are two main air scrubbers on the market: portable and whole-house. For this blog post and the purpose of mold removal, we will focus on portable air scrubbers. Depending on the mold removal project's size and scope, technicians can determine the best portable air scrubber. The most common air scrubbers available for mold removal are HEPA air scrubbers, which use High-Efficiency Particulate Air (HEPA) filters for maximum efficiency in trapping mold spores and other air contaminants. 

The installation process

After determining the portable air scrubber for the situation, its proper installation is essential for maximum effectiveness. The certified professional will place the air scrubber near the point of entry of the mold-infested area to draw air through the air scrubber efficiently.

Once installed, technicians can adjust fan speed and filter settings for maximum air filtration to remove mold spores from the air. It is common to see an air scrubber paired with a dehumidifier in areas with high humidity levels. The dehumidifier will help to reduce air moisture levels and make it easier for air scrubbers to trap mold spores.

Combat mold with SERVPRO's air scrubbers

SERVPRO professionals take mold damage cleaning seriously. And part of mold cleaning is ensuring all of our equipment is maintained and inspected regularly to ensure that air scrubbers are always in optimal condition. Our air scrubbers have the power and capacity to handle any mold removal job, no matter the size or scope.

Our mold removal process consists of the following:

• Identifying the source of moisture
• Isolating and containing the affected area
• Installing air scrubbers to remove mold spores from the air
• Removing any materials that have been contaminated by mold
• Using specialty cleaners, sanitizers, and deodorizers to eliminate odor-causing bacteria.
• Conduct air tests throughout the property to ensure that all air contaminants have been removed.

The professionals at SERVPRO of Downtown Atlanta understand how serious of a hazard mold can be. Our air scrubbers will ensure that your property is free from air pollutants.

Let SERVPRO of Downtown Atlanta help!

Today we discussed why air scrubbers are the most effective tool for removing mold from any property. We went over the two types of air scrubbers available, their proper installation processes, and our mold removal process to ensure that air contaminants are correctly removed.

SERVPRO of Downtown Atlanta has got you covered for professional mold removal using air scrubbers. Our experienced technicians have the appropriate air scrubber and expertise for removing air pollutants efficiently and safely.

If you have any questions about air scrubbers or mold removal, don't hesitate to contact us today! We would be more than happy to answer any of your questions or schedule a consultation.