Practical guides on mold cleanup and how to keep mold from returning, written from the perspective of an independent inspection company. Articles cover when DIY cleanup is appropriate vs. when to call a licensed remediation contractor, products that actually work (and ones that do not), how to control moisture in Houston’s humid climate, and what happens after remediation is complete. After remediation, MTH provides clearance testing to confirm the work was successful. For questions about how the protocol process works, see our mold remediation protocol page.
Quick Answer: Most families can move back in 24 to 48 hours after mold remediation is finished, but the real answer is not a clock. It is a passed clearance test. You can safely reoccupy once the moisture source is
Quick Answer: Mold from an AC leak in Houston typically grows in the drip pan, the plenum, ductwork, drywall below the air handler, or the attic surrounding the unit. Houston’s year-round cooling load produces massive condensate volume, and a slow
