Mold remediation
Would you like to finally get rid of mold permanently? We do sustainable mold remediation in the canton of Bern. By fundamentally solving the moisture problem in the building, mold no longer has a chance.
Sustainable mold remediation
Mold attacks the fabric of the building and forms a serious threat to the health of the people in the building. [1.] In practice, mold is often washed off with Javel water and then painted over with a diffusion-proof paint. This, unfortunately, worsens the moisture problem, which is the cause of mold, because now the moisture can more easily accumulate on the surface or in the wall.
We offer sustainable mold remediation by first carefully analyzing and eliminating the causes of moisture and then removing the mold in a manner that is gentle to the building and health. We use only chlorine-free products and vapor-permeable paints. The result is permanently mold-free rooms and an improved indoor climate. Contact us without obligation.
⇓ «Beware of mold» brochure from the Federal Office of Public Health FOPH (German) [1.]
Our services
- Careful identification of the causes of mold
- Creation of a remediation concept geared to the causes
- Solving the moisture problem with intelligent fans and electrophysical wall dehumidification.
- Health friendly mold removal, disinfection and painting of the affected areas.
Your advantages
- Advice from experienced civil engineers or building biologists
- Permanently mold-free result and improved indoor climate
- Mold assessment and mold remediation from a single source
- Exclusive supplier of cost-effective electrophysical dehumidification with DRYMAT®.
- Cost transparency as a matter of course
Object for mold remediation: damp vaulted cellar with mold growth on the walls.
Contact us without obligation
Do you have any further questions or may we prepare an offer for you?
Get in touch with us without obligation. We look forward to your inquiry!
Get in touch with us without obligation. We look forward to your inquiry!
Tobias Bayer
Managing Director
What is the cost of mold remediation?
We offer mold remediation services starting at CHF 1,000 per square meter. This is merely an estimate, which may vary on a case-by-case basis. The cost of mold remediation depends on the extent of the infestation, the type of moisture sources, the material and accessibility of the affected area, and the methods used. Mold remediation requires several treatments carried out over a period of time.
Why should mold remediation be carried out early on?
Mold can spread quickly under favorable conditions. Early mold remediation prevents further spread, health consequences for the people in the house and structural damage to the building fabric. In addition, with a quick response to the mold, the cost of remediation is usually lower. More info about mold from the BAG (German)
How does mold remediation work?
Mold remediation includes identifying the causes, isolating the area, mitigating the sources of moisture, removing the mold by cleaning. Most often, we finish by painting the affected walls with a diffusive anti-mold paint.
Why choose Haus-Trocknung.ch for mold remediation?
Haustrocknung.ch is specialized in dehumidification of buildings and their consequential damages since 2010. We eliminate not only the mold but also its causes by solving the moisture problem in a sustainable way. Thus, mold no longer has a chance. Furthermore, our systems usually lead to a noticeable improvement of the indoor climate.
How much does mold remediation cost in Switzerland?
We perform mold remediation starting at CHF 1,000 per square meter. This estimate varies on a case-by-case basis depending on the extent of the mold infestation, the causes of moisture, accessibility and the material of the affected area, as well as the methods used.
What do I have to consider regarding the costs?
In practice, mold in buildings often has to be remediated multiple times because unsuitable methods—which are supposedly inexpensive—are used. Mold remediation is only successful if the sources of moisture causing the mold can be eliminated. To this end, ventilation or dehumidification of parts of the building is often necessary.
What are the cost-driving factors?
Factors that drive up the cost of mold remediation include the sources of moisture, the extent of the mold infestation, the materials affected, and access to the affected area. In addition, proper mold removal typically requires several treatments carried out at staggered intervals.
Can you guarantee a permanently mold-free result?
Yes, by carefully analyzing the moisture causes of the mold infestation and eliminating them with appropriate measures, we can guarantee that the mold will not return. In most cases, the measures lead to a noticeable improvement of the indoor climate in the affected rooms.
How does mold remediation work?
First, we identify the causes of moisture and create a remediation concept. Then we mitigate the causes of moisture and eliminate the mold with an anti-mold treatment. In most cases, we finish by painting the wall with a breathable anti-mold paint.
What methods does Haustrocknung.ch use?
The key to successful mold remediation is eliminating the source of moisture. Here, we use either smart ventilation systems or electrophysical wall dehumidification, if damp building materials are a contributing factor to the mold. We use chlorine-free products for mold removal. As for the final coat of paint, we work exclusively with breathable anti-mold paints.
What are common mistakes in mold remediation?
In practice, mold is often washed off with bleach and then painted over with an emulsion paint. Because the wall can no longer “breathe,” moisture can more easily accumulate either under the paint or on top of it, which often leads to the mold returning. Only when the moisture problem is effectively resolved will the mold stay away permanently.
Is the result guaranteed to be permanently mold-free?
Yes, by carefully analyzing and addressing the causes of moisture, we can guarantee that the mold will not return. At the same time, we often achieve a noticeable improvement in the indoor climate.
What is mold?
Mold refers to several types of fungi that thrive in damp environments. Within the infested material, mold forms a network that is barely visible to the naked eye. Spores form on the surface, and in cases of severe infestation, a cotton-like growth develops. Mold infestation can appear in various colors, such as black, gray, green, white, yellow, and red.
What are the causes of mold?
Mold develops in the event of persistent dampness and can be promoted by insufficient ventilation. Causes of mold infestation are damp building fabric and wall surfaces due to water damage, leaking pipes, moisture rising in the wall, condensation, high humidity or inadequate heating or ventilation.
Where does mold occur?
Mold can grow in damp rooms such as bathrooms, basements, and kitchens, as well as inside walls. Poorly ventilated areas in general are also prone to mold growth.
Why should I consult a professional if I have a severe mold infestation?
On the one hand, mold does not always appear in a form that is visible to the naked eye. On the other hand, the causes of mold can be complex and have several influencing factors, some of which overlap or influence each other. For these reasons, a specialist is required to assess the extent and causes of mold infestation and to draw up a remediation concept.
What is the process of mold remediation?
Mold remediation includes inspection, identification of the causes, removal of the mold, remediation of the causes, and a final inspection.
How long does mold remediation usually take?
Mold remediation can take anywhere from a few days to several weeks. The actual duration depends on the size of the affected area, the severity of the mold infestation, and the causes of the moisture.
What is your approach to mold inspection?
The mold inspection includes a visual examination, measurements of moisture content, surface temperatures, and mold tests to identify the infestation and its causes.
How do you protect your health when dealing with mold?
During mold remediation, wear protective gear appropriate to the type and extent of the mold infestation. Follow the SUVA guidelines in the information sheet "Indoor mold remediation.".
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R. S. from Montreux says:
«The installed DRYMAT® system masters the difficult task. Within a very short time, the humidity has reduced to a normal level (50%-60%) and the air quality in the heating and basement is unrecognizable. No more musty smell, no more mold!» ➝ other references