FAQ
Is there a mould remediation standard?
Yes, the international standard is the ANSI/IICRC S520 Standard for Professional Mold Remediation (Fourth edition, 2024).
Mould Illness/CIRS patients may need a higher level of remediation than the IICRC standard. The Surviving Mold protocol to achieve this level is outlined in Schrantz, et al. (2021). Indoor Environmental Professional Panel of Surviving Mold Consensus Statement for Microbial Remediation 2020. Medical Research Archives, 9(1). https://doi.org/10.18103/mra.v9i1.2327
Should the mould remediator be different from the mould/building inspector?
Yes, ideally. Please see the Part 7 of the FAQ.
Mould Remediation Companies
As there is NO regulation of the industry, a significant majority of remediators do a very bad job! At the every least, a remediator should be an IICRC trained mould remediator and provide their ID card as evidence of their qualifications. The following companies generally get good reviews, but please do your own research before deciding on a remediation company.
VIC: Elements Group (Owen Boak), Fast Track Restorations (Johnny)
NSW: Pure Protect
ACT: Ciaobella Cleaning (Paul Shepherd)
QLD: Accredited Restorations (Roland Loumeau); Beyond Clean Group (Sunshine Coast), Mackay Carpet Care and Restoration
WA: PV Restorations (Matt McComb)
W: www.iicrc.org
Specialised Cleaning & Restoration Industry Association (SCRIA)
W: www.scria.org.au
W: www.airah.org.au
National Air Duct Cleaners Association (NADCA)
W: nadca.com
Air Conditioner Wet Wash Association (ACWWA)
W: www.acwwa.org.au
Clean Fresh Group
Melbourne VIC
W: www.cleanfreshgroup.com.au
Hydrokleen
Areas: QLD, NSW, VIC, SA, WA, TAS
hydrokleen.com.au
Santiair
Areas: QLD, NSW, VIC, WA
W: www.sanitair.com.au