FAQs

FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Have a question about our technology, its efficacy, the process, how to prepare etc? Chances are, someone's asked before. Feel free to browse the FAQ below or, if your questions not listed, get in touch.

How does Pure Maintenance's VaPure mold remediation work?

Our patented technology creates very small particles from the sterilant liquid (7 microns) which can dwell in the air for an extended period of time as well as increase the sterilant’s vapor pressure. A perfect circumstance is created for oxidation of mold, bacteria, and other pathogens. For high level details on the chemical and physical processes used during treatment, please see this document.

Does VaPure mold remediation work?

Yes, simply put. Hundreds and thousands of homes and offices around the world have been treated successfully with VaPure technology, and in each case the eradication of mold has been documented by third party accredited laboratories. Links to some relevant literature can be found on our References page.

Why not use a traditional mold remediation company?

Traditional mold remediation companies look for a source of visible mold in your home or building. In a lot of cases they may not find any visible mold, especially if the water source that caused it has dried up. This does not mean that you do not have mold spores embedded into the building and in the air, and mold tests often confirm this. In many cases building occupants still feel ill from mold exposure.If the mold remediation company does happen to find mold in an area, here is the method they use to remove it:

       1. They tape off that specific area with plastic, creating “containment.”
       2. They use a combination of demolition, vacuuming, wiping, and air scrubbing to try and physically remove the visible mold and spores in that one contained area.
       3. They run an “air scrubber” in that contained area for 72 hours
      4. They test the air ONLY within that contained area.
      5. If the air test passes, they call it a successful remediation.

The problem with this method is that once mold has formed in a building, the spores do not simply go away on their own. They float in your air and land on surfaces, just waiting for a source of moisture (however small) to “bloom,” such as inside a human body. The VaPure process treats and tests your entire home or building as a whole, ensuring increased health and safety for its occupants.We know that 30,000 mold spores can fit onto the head of a pin. Why take a chance with invisible environmental toxins?

How will I know the mold treatment has worked?

Pure Maintenance Wisconsin will take air samples in your home post-remediation to verify that the treatment has worked. These samples are sent to a third party accredited laboratory and the report is sent directly to you. The number and types of samples depends on your situation. Please contact us to discuss your specific circumstance.

Is the mold remediation process safe?

Absolutely. The patented process in non-toxic, and the products we use in step 1 and step 2 are both FDA approved for food contact. Please see this document for an explanation of the chemistry of the VaPure process, or reach out to us via phone or email.

How long does Pure Maintenance's VaPure mold remediation last for?

If all moisture and water issues are resolved, the treatment can remain effective for a very long time. We apply an antimicrobial film to every surface in your home as part of the second stage of our process. This eradicates any new mold spores introduced to the property by electrostatically attracting them to it, and puncturing their cell walls - known as a mechanical kill.

Do I need to remove anything from my house prior to treatment?

Because of the dryness of the fog, you do not have to remove any household items. However, as an added safety precaution we recommend taking expensive paintings down or covering them with a blanket or plastic. Brass and real silver might oxidize and tarnish. You can buff this out afterward, or you may wish to cover or remove those items.Although the products we use for treatment are FDA approved for food contact, we ask that people put food into a sealed container.

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