Dry Ice Blasting For Mould Removal
Dry ice blasting is the most effective mould removal solution, reducing remediation time by as much as 80% per project. When blasted with CO2, the mould is immediately removed upon contact, causing it to shrink and detach itself from the surface. In addition, dry ice blasting draws out moisture from wood surfaces to prevent future mould growth. With high-pressure blasting at -78ºC freezing temperatures, restoration is successful for residential, commercial, industrial and institutional buildings.
Our Mould Remediation Process
Mould is typically identified visually or by smell. Its presence is then confirmed through quantitative testing.
An industrial hygienist will conduct surface tests and capture air samples inside the building, and then compare these samples to the concentration of spores outside.
Lab testing can also identify the types of spores and how many are present.
As professional remediators, Wickens follows a thorough procedure to ensure the mould is safely and effectively removed:
- The first step is containment. We use physical barriers as well as negative air pressure to ensure that nothing can escape the contaminated area.
- Soft contaminated materials are removed from the area, including insulation, carpet, and dry wall.
- Dry ice blasting is used to remove mould spores from all affected surfaces.
- HEPA vacuums filter microscopic mould spores out of the air during the remediation process.
- We apply an anti-microbial solution to affected surfaces to deter the mould from returning in the future.
- HEPA vacuums are used again to catch any remaining mould spores in the air.
- The industrial hygienist will return to conduct a post-test to confirm that the mould has been removed. If all is clear, then we encapsulate the area.
- Finally, we remove all containment and take debris to the landfill for disposal.
Your First-Choice Mould Remediation Subcontractor
We work closely with restoration companies as a subcontractor to provide the most thorough cleaning in the quickest turnaround time. Wickens Dry Ice Blasting is committed to providing remediation services that exceed industry standards. We’re certified by ISNetworld and Avetta, so you can be confident in your decision to work with us.
The Hazards of Mould
Mould and bacteria can cause a great amount of health issues when found in everyday living and working spaces. Common causes and habitats for mould growth include floods, leaks, plumbing problems, elevated humidity and inefficient cleaning. Allergies are on the rise, fungal infections have become common, and contamination has become a risk in production facilities, restaurant kitchens, and product and food storage facilities. Mould requires proper, direct treatment in order to remove existing spores and inhibit future growth by removing any matter that can support growth.
Before & After
Check out these before and after photos of Mould Remediation projects completed by Wickens Dry Ice Blasting.
Watch Dry Ice Blasting Remove Mould with Ease
Check out this short video to see how our technicians remove mould from wood safely, quickly, and effectively using dry ice blasting.
The Benefits of Using Dry Ice Blasting for Mould Removal
Mould remediators across North America are using Dry Ice Blasting to reduce their remediation time by as much as 60 to 80% per project. Dry Ice Blasting cleans even the hardest to reach areas, getting into areas where scraping and sanding cannot, removing all contaminated wood while preserving its structural integrity.
- Eliminates the toughest challenge: getting into hard-to-reach places and tight spots where scraping, grinding, and sanding cannot.
- Ensures complete removal around wiring, plumbing, and other delicate areas without any damage.
- Fast, safe, and efficient leaving behind no secondary waste. This increase in productivity leads to a powerful ROI.
- Thorough mould spore removal: dry ice blasting kills organic contaminants.
- Surface left completely dry, contaminant-free. and structurally intact.
- Less manpower required: 2 people can complete a job in 1-3 days.
- Reduces high current power-tool usage.
Save Money by Restoring Structures Instead of Replacing Them
Instead of facing the high costs of replacing roofing and flooring caused by a large amount of mould growth, Wickens Dry Ice Blasting can restore structures without any teardown necessary. Dry ice blasting ensures thorough cleaning and a quick recovery, no matter how big or small the job.
Case Studies
Case Study: Attic Mould Removal in Townhouse Complex
Mould can be a serious problem in any home, causing health issues and damaging the structure of the building.
Case Study: Mould Remediation at a St. Catharines Ice Arena
Managers of an ice arena in St. Catharine’s, Ontario discovered significant mould growth on the ceiling of the building. Wickens Dry Ice Blasting was able to clean the mould residue and mould spores from the ceiling and support structures within two weeks.
Case Study: Mould Removal from Hamilton Townhouses
The Municipality of Hamilton, Ontario faced a nightmare situation when mould was found in the attics of 90 residential townhouses. Wickens completed the three-month mould remediation project on time, under budget, and with very little disruption to the tenants.
Case Study: Saving a Building Project from Mould
For builders in Northern Ontario, winter came all too quickly while constructing a luxury condo building. With snow and wet conditions, mould developed on the building materials and spread throughout the building. Wickens quickly mobilized a team of trained technicians to begin the mould remediation process.
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From Our Clients
Your process using dry ice to blast clean our extruder worked extremely well. We saved on downtime allowing us to get up and running in a fraction of the time it normally takes after cleaning. Thanks to your crew; they did a great job!
My wife and I want to send our sincere thanks for the great service. We really enjoyed meeting you and we appreciate the fact that you made it happen as quickly as you did, especially with our renovation in progress. Your team was amazing and they did a superb job. David and his crew were fantastic. They were polite, courteous, and they left the house spotless. Class “A” all the way. I would recommend Wickens to anyone that we know. Thanks again for everything.
David and Philip did an amazing job with the last cleaning work. They accomplished a lot and it was very noticeable.
I just wanted you to know how impressed I was with the service and quality of work provided by Kevin. Kevin went above and beyond. He and his partner removed the asbestos, taking pictures of the completed work that I was able to share with our customer. I was so impressed by his courteous manner, his professionalism, and his quality of work.