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Mold can grow anywhere in and around the structure of a home or business. If there is visible mold on surfaces, you should be cautious about what is under or behind that surface. The environmental conditions under that surface or behind that wall differ dramatically from the outside and mold could be there.

Mold Inspection:

Brinks’ professionally IICRC trained personnel will perform a visual inspection, which includes a walk through and around the structure and make recommendations.

• We can identify moisture sources and evaluate mold growth.
• We can contain the area if appropriate.
• We can use Thermal Imaging Cameras to get a picture of potential problem areas.
• We can take moisture readings of the various surfaces.
• We can inspect through a small hole using state of the art Optical-Borescope.
• We can do surface and air sampling.
• We can provide a complete investigation of the mold source (cause and origin).
• We can provide an “Environmentally Green” mold cleaning solution.
• We can provide photo documentation.
• We can provide an Exactimate (insurance company approved) estimate of recommendations.
• We can provide a complete quantitative report for your project.
• We provide SAFE AND PERMANENT MOLD REMOVAL WITH A 100% WARRANTY.

Brinks' IICRC Certified professional team has the ability to bring the full resources of our 32 YEAR OLD company to a focused effort to remediate mold in your structure as fast as possible. Brinks will provide a “Turn-Key” approach to restoring you home or business.

Mold Remediation:

• We follow IICRC S-520 procedures on all mold remediation projects.
• We use state of the art air scrubbers, negative air machines, ozone machines, particulate fogging machines, bead or ice blasting and “plain old hard work” by professional, qualified and caring staff.
• We dry materials so mold will not re-occur.
• We have an independent lab perform testing.
• We give you a complete lab analysis performed by a Certified Hygienist.
• We offer SAFE AND PERMANENT MOLD REMOVAL WITH A 100% WARRANTY.
• We will pass the mold clearance tests performed by an independent 3rd party hygienist and lab.
• Full reconstruction with a 2 YEAR WARRANTY ON COMPLETED OPERATIONS.

 

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Odors can come from water damaged materials such as wet carpet and pad, furniture or cabinets, etc. Finding the offending odors can be tricky and removing, killing or masking the odor is a process of selecting the right method to match the offending odor.

Skunk Odor Dead Animal Mildew Mold Apartment Basement Car Carpet Cat Cigarette Cleaning Fumes Dog Rodent

Fire Smoke Food Home Nursing Home Locker Room Marijuana Office Pets Restroom Urine Water Damage Odor Birds

Brinks’ professionally trained personnel have the skill and equipment to solve your odor problems, including:

Ozone: Probably your best solution as it bonds at the molecular level with odors rendering them inactive. Air quality can be improved because ozone molecules remove suspended particles and oxidize organic odor molecules. Brinks has units from the small XT-400 to the large XT-6000.

Odor Blocks, Neutralizers and C.O.C.’s (Crystal Odor Counteractants)

Fogging Machines: such as the top of the line B&G model 2600.

Aerosol Misting Machines

Air and Chemical Sponges

Quick Action Enzymes

Sprayers

Smoke Odor Eliminators that Organically React

Brinks’ personnel are trained in a variety of odor methods such as: 1.control 2. masking 3.elimination

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Get professional advice, because you may be wasting your efforts or creating further damage. Brinks' IICRC Certified Professionals know how different materials react to smoke, fire and heat and are proud to offer a “Turn-Key” approach to restoring your home or structure. We have a staff of IICRC individuals trained in fire, smoke and heat damage along with the equipment to handle your loss from start to finish.

• Soot is oily and can easily stain textiles such as carpet and drapes
• Smoke odor can remain in furniture and clothing
• Be careful as household deodorizers can cause additional odors
• Professional dry-cleaning by a restoration company is your best choice
• Chemical sponges are useful on walls
• Thermal fogging can permeate walls and other surfaces to neutralize smoke odor

Brinks’ personnel are trained in a variety of smoke odor methods such as:

• Control
• Masking
• Elimination

Ozone: Probably your best solution as it bonds at the molecular level with odors rendering them inactive. Air quality can be improved because ozone molecules remove suspended particles and oxidize organic odor molecules. Brinks has units from the small XT-400 to the large XT-6000.

Odor Blocks, Neutralizers and C.O.C.’s (Crystal Odor Counteractants)

Fogging Machines: such as the top of the line B&G model 2600.

Aerosol Misting Machines

Air and Chemical Sponges

Quick Action Enzymes

Sprayers

Smoke Odor Eliminators that Organically React

Brinks’ personnel are trained in a variety of odor methods such as: 1.control 2. masking 3.elimination

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We can scan entire rooms in, under, and around the structure in the home to determine if there is any sign of water damage or moisture present. Thermal Imaging Cameras lower the labor costs of determining moisture or water damaged materials by reducing the building materials that need to be removed to properly perform moisture testing. Since this tool is not a moisture meter we will use it to find heat anomalies and then pursue the issue further in an attempt to determine the source of moisture and water intrusions and eventually the cause of the moisture, water and/or leak. Thermal image scanning can detect temperature anomalies in the building materials not visible to the naked eye which may be a precursor to a larger issue. The provided thermal images can be a great aid in finding and identifying moisture and water intrusion issues.

What Infrared Thermal Imaging is Not

Moisture Meter - The infrared thermal imaging camera is NOT a moisture meter. It simply identifies thermal anomalies. This device greatly aids in identifying areas that need further investigation.

X-ray Vision - The infrared thermal imaging camera is NOT an X-ray vision scope. It does not provide the user with an immediate Superman "S" on their chest with the ability to clearly see inside walls. Instead, it identifies thermal differences.

Silver Bullet - The infrared thermal imaging camera is NOT a silver bullet solution, but when it is used in conjunction with other technologies thermal imaging has helped us to identify issues that are rarely identified during the limited visual home inspection process.

Risk Eliminator - The infrared thermal imaging camera does NOT completely remove the risks of concealed damage.

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Left unaddressed, moisture problems can lead to costly aesthetic damage to your home (deterioration of finishes), lowered insulation values in your walls (leading to higher energy bills), and degradation of the building itself (including corrosion of nails, staples and braces that hold your house together, and decay of wood framing and sheathing). And when there is too much moisture in a home, mold and mildew can grow, causing the air in your house to not only smell musty, but in some cases become unhealthy to breathe.

In Southern California, concrete flat slabs are commonly used in basements or subterranean garages. Pedestrian walkways, planter areas, and lightweight structures are commonly built on top of these concrete flat slabs. Moisture can migrate through the concrete flat slab and efflorescent can reduce the strength of the concrete.

Common Moisture problems include:

• Wetting of the slab and soundation by watering adjacent grass and gardens
• Wetting of the exterior surfaces (cladding)
• Wetting of the slab and foundation by rain down spouts terminating improperly
• Soil moisture
• Water vapor due to a variety of causes (i.e. in cooling climates, the humid air is exterior that condenses upon surfaces at or below dewpoint within wall cavities)
• Leaking water, sewer or drain lines
• Leaking pools, spas or fountains

An associated problem is corrosion of metal pipes. A primary cause of moisture intrusion through a flat slab ceiling is the poor drainage condition of the flat slab surface and poor waterproofing of the slab joints.

An associated problem is corrosion of metal pipes. A primary cause of moisture intrusion through a flat slab ceiling is the poor drainage condition of the flat slab surface and poor waterproofing of the slab joints.

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