Why a Certificate of Decontamination Matters: Peace of Mind and Proof of Professionalism

When dealing with issues like mold, rodent infestations, or bacterial and contaminant problems in Duncan, Cowichan, Ladysmith, Nanaimo, Parksville, Qualicum Beach, Port Alberni, Courtenay, Comox, Campbell River or anywhere on Vancouver Island. , addressing the problem is only part of the solution. Knowing that the work was done thoroughly and professionally is just as critical.… Continue reading Why a Certificate of Decontamination Matters: Peace of Mind and Proof of Professionalism

Why Pacific Decontamination Services

Pacific Decontamination Services is the premier mold remediation, odor reduction, crime scene, trauma, and biohazard cleanup provider on Vancouver Island. For over seven years, we have provided professional and compassionate services to families, communities, and businesses throughout Vancouver Island – including Duncan, Nanaimo, Parksville, Qualicum Beach, Port Alberni, Courtenay, Comox, and Campbell River. WHY PACIFIC… Continue reading Why Pacific Decontamination Services

Myths About Attic Mold

Let us help you clear up a few myths about removing mold from an attic so you can understand what you are up against when you find attic mold and make an informed decision about the next steps.

You Have Found Mold in Your Home, Now What?

Mycotoxins and mold spores in homes, offices, crawlspaces, basements, attics may lead to health issues for homeowners in Victoria, Cowichan, Duncan, Nanaimo, Parksville, Qualicum, Courtenay, Comox, Campbell River, and Port Alberni. Mold spores and mycotoxins produced by mold can be harmful to humans and animals, and they can cause a wide range of health problems,… Continue reading You Have Found Mold in Your Home, Now What?

How to Kill a Real Estate Transaction with Mold

House For Sale with Mold

Mold in the attic will likely kill a real estate transaction in Nanaimo, Parksville, Qualicum, Comox, Courtenay, and Duncan and scare away potential buyers if it’s not decontaminated. If you ignore a mold problem in your attic, do not expect the next buyer of your house to do the same when it will inevitably be… Continue reading How to Kill a Real Estate Transaction with Mold

10 Most Commonly Asked Questions about Mold in Nanaimo, Parksville and Qualicum

Mold on and behind baseboards

Top 10 questions about mold in Nanaimo, Parksville and Qualicum

Home Inspection Finds Mold In Attic Nanaimo

What To Do When a Home Inspection During a Real Estate Transaction Finds Mold in the Attic

Can Black Mold and Mycotoxins Harm You?

There are many types of black mold. Stachybotrys chartarum is usually the one referred to as ” toxic mold.” All molds can cause symptoms in people who are sensitive to or allergic to mold. But there is no reason to believe that black mold is any more dangerous than other types or colors of mold.

Bleach Does Not Break the Mold Lifecycle

Using Bleach To Kill Mold Is Toxic.
Chlorine bleach produces fumes that pollute the air and can become harmful to both humans and pets. Chlorine bleach also generates a by-product called dioxin, which is linked to cancer. Used over time, bleach builds up these pollutants in the environment. If you are battling mold the last thing you need to introduce are more toxins

Why Bleach Does Not Completely Eliminate Mold

Bleach and Mold

Cleansing an area with bleach does not rid a surface or surrounding areas of the floating mold spores.