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Drying a structure is a science; temperature and
relative humidity readings can be taken to determine the specific humidity. A comparison can be drawn between
the specific humidity of the exterior air, ambient interior air of the affected area, ambient interior air of
the unaffected area, dehumidifier exhaust air, and the HVAC system to verify if a balanced drying system is in
place and if effective drying is occurring.
MKA possesses the testing equipment to determine if the right amount of drying equipment is in use on site per the standards for applied structural drying Prior to Onset of Work • Establish agreement on means and methodology and scope of restoration • Participate in negotiations of contract rates (short term and / or long term) • Review equipment calculations for initial dry down equipment • Develop cost analysis between restoration and replacement of non-structural building materials During Moisture Control and Dry Down • Record daily temperature and humidity readings • Review daily monitoring reports from drying contractor • Prepare psychometric charting and comparison of specific humidity readings • Verify equipment count and layout against industry standards (S-500) • Verify dehumidification calculations for a balanced drying system • Review billing invoice for accuracy and effectiveness of dry down (daily, weekly, monthly) During Remediation • Inspect containment and negative air equipment to verify application of hygienists protocol • Inspection and verify proper PPE (personal protective equipment) usage (per protocol) • Review invoices for accuracy and reasonableness • Review remedial scope performed against hygienist protocol Industry Standards and Certifications • IICRC S500 - Standard and Reference Guide for Professional Water Damage Restoration • IICRC S520 - Standard and Reference Guide for Professional Mold Remediation • IICRC Technical Advisory on "In-Place" Drying Adopted July 18, 2004 • IICRC Water Damage Restoration Certification (WRT) • IICRC Applied Structural Drying Certification (ASD) • RIA Certified Mold Remediation Technician These services, in conjunction with our Infrared Thermal Imaging Service will assure effective and complete structural drying without excessive cost or investigative damage. |
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