Question: If you hired a restoration firm and paid them to restore your structure and contents, would you expect them to clean strictly for appearance, or should the safety and health of workers and your family be the primary concern?

In the first part of this series, basic information was offered regarding the causes of chemical sensitization and the impact that such an experience has on a person’s life. 

We spend most of our days indoors. As such, we would like to have control over what we breathe. A predictable mixture of volatile organic compounds (VOCs) and formaldehyde pervade our breathing space due to societal use of household products, building materials, and fuel mixtures.

Restoration Industry Association (RIA) will be running their third Australian annual event, the RIA Conference & Tradeshow. Experience the industry’s original exposition dedicated to restoration and cleaning technology.

Before we get into the “meat and potatoes” of this article, let me just say that this particular situation was bittersweet. This is a story of love, death, and how devoted a man was to his wife.

As we begin, it is important to remember that cleaning structures for chemically sensitized individuals involves the removal or control of chemical source material as well as the removal of chemical residues; including residue that has adhered to dust. 

Odor removal is arguably one of the trickiest elements of the restoration process. Most damage is visible to the eye, and when it’s properly remediated, there is no argument the job is done.

Chemical use is commonplace in restoration and remediation projects involving water damage and microbial growth. Disinfectants, antimicrobials and deodorizers are often sold in both ready-to-use and concentrate formulations. They can be extremely effective when used according to their product label.

Contec® Citric Acid Disinfectant is the low odor botanical that’s ideal for restoration jobs.