Mold Prevention In New Construction

About Mold and new Construction

Mold is the primary concern confronting the construction industry today. With every phase of the building process inviting potential microbial growth, newly built homes and buildings under construction are prime targets for contamination.

During construction, mold spores that make up the normal fungal ecology of the environment will settle on building materials. Since mold spores are naturally present, the best way to prevent mold growth is to prevent moisture intrusion.

By inhibiting water, as a vapor or liquid, from reaching building materials, you deny mold spores the source they need to form colonies. And, preventing active microbial growth reduces damage to the structure and potential health risks to your family.

Often times building materials such as lumber and drywall are not properly stored at the job site and left exposed to the elements like rain and high humidity. Sometimes, construction crews neglect to cover the entire home under construction with plastic sheeting at the end of each construction day. Failing to take this simple step toward protecting building materials from rain and other weather elements can leave lumber and plywood saturated with moisture. The water these elements supply makes active mold growth possible on building materials. The structure needs to be protected from weather until the dried-in stage has been complete when the roof, siding, windows, and doors are entirely installed to seal out water.

Builders and contractors need to be pro-active in preventing mold growth in new construction. Addressing mold prevention during construction and including it in the building process reduces potential problems down the road. That is where we come in; we have the knowledge and products to incorporate mold and moisture resistance into the design of your building. IAQM's Nano-Encap and VB Wrap are two of our products that will actively help in preventing mold growth and moisture intrusion.

How to Prevent mold in new Construction

IAQM's Nano-Enap is a revolutionary product developed through cutting edge nanotechnology exclusive to IAQM. It is the backbone of our preventive process and a tireless combatant against microbial growth. This breathable sealant protects wood, sheet rock and other porous materials from the threat of moisture. It also encapsulates any mold spores that might have settled on building materials and prevents future mold growth. IAQM Nano-Encap was developed and tested on a variety of different surfaces and is used where mitigation of mold growth is important. There is nothing comparable available in the industry and no product as durable, binding or breathable anywhere.

For extreme situations, IAQM Vapor Barrier Wrap is a liquid coating that wraps your building in a waterproof, rubber like envelope. Engineered to reduce moisture intrusion, VB Wrap is an innovative way to keep your building dry. A great alternative to conventional house wraps, VB Wrap adheres well to substrates like plywood decking. In addition to its exceptional waterproofing properties, VB Wrap has an antifungal and antibacterial protection system and is a wonderful way to prevent toxic mold from growing in your building.

Every phase of the construction process opens the door to microbial growth in your new home. Our knowledge and products allow you to take pro-active steps in reducing moisture intrusion. Contact us at 1.888.385.IAQM to inquire about our 10 year mold free warranty and about these exciting new developments in the construction industry.