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Clean Is Better than Dirty

Basic goal underscores quality control techniques

BY BARBARA R. FALLON qualify as an expert in HVAC systems remodeling, high infection with a specific focus on
and mold remediation, so he knows his rate experiences and every- specialty treatment units.
“Clean is better than dirty.” according way around achieving safe, cleanliness day operations to provide The ultraviolet light pro-
to certified indoor environmentalist and guidelines in both residential and health the safest methods to clear duces an electromagnetic
licensed mold assessor, Mike Tebor, care facilities. ductwork and contain energy that can scramble
ASCS, CIE. Now on the surface that may In addition to health benefits, clean air residue. the DNA of mold and bac-
sound like a descriptive oversimplifica- conditioning systems will save money. Throughout his career, terial follicles on surfaces
tion of indoor air quality control, partic- The U.S. Department of Energy reports consumer awareness and and in the air to address
ularly during a once in a century pan- that 25 to 40 percent of the energy used government regulation of contamination. In order to
demic; but straight-talking Mike Tebor, for heating or cooling a home is wasted. infection rates has height- be effective, ultraviolet
founder and co-owner of Air Duct Contaminants, toxins and dirt from nor- ened the importance of on- light must have direct con-
Aseptics (ADA) a company with a 30+ mal use require heating and cooling sys- going maintenance of air tact within a specified dis-
year history of specializing in indoor air tems to work harder and shorten the life filtration and data-driven Mike Tebor tance and duration (similar
quality control, claims that the simple of your system. results validation. Safety to sunlight). Licensed mold
mantra is the basis for his company mis- When an HVAC system is clean, it first is standard operating procedure assessors and certified Indoor environ-
sion. “We clean and contain mold doesn’t have to work as hard to maintain along with strict adherence to National mental credentials, both held by Tebor,
(which generates musty odors), bacteria, the desired temperature. As a result, less Air Duct Cleaners Association (NADCA) are essential in the safe handling of ultra-
dead skin flakes and other dangerous energy is used, leading to improved cost- guidelines to ensure the highest safety violet light techniques.
contaminants found in air conditioning effectiveness. and quality standards. Since 1990, Tebor has led the company
systems as a vital measure to protect fam- According to Tebor, finding and col- In contrast to the common adage, with his wife. Petrina, a co-owner whose
ilies and patients from the dangers of lecting contaminants found in miles of Tebor explains that indeed What you HVAC hygiene field career was inspired
unclean indoor air,” he said. It is also hospital and medical office AC duct sys- can’t see CAN hurt you. In fact, inspect- because her asthmatic condition was ad -
where “simple” ends in his industry. tems is not confined to fiberglass, sheet ing and cleaning HVAC duct work is just verse ly impacted by mold, is also a certi-
The technology and techniques behind metal and cooling coils which can block the beginning. In order to avoid spread- fied indoor environmentalist and licen sed
accomplishing that is where the rubber /restrict air flow increasing major electri- ing minute particles not visible to the mold remediator and Class A air condi-
meets the road. ADA uses experienced, cal costs and consumer discomfort. Just naked eye which can contaminate the tioning contractor. The company is head-
certified, and skilled professionals to as important, ADA removes and contains hospital indoor air quality, ADA uses quartered in Pompano Beach and services
identify problem sources, correct prob- microbials (prevalent in Florida’s humid, HEPA filters to contain the micro-organ- the state of Florida with staffing and
lems at the source and validate the hurricane-prone climate) which can trig- isms that pollute the indoor environ- resources including a dozen mobile units.
results. Tebor conducted college level air ger nasal congestion, respiratory prob- ment. Also, in order to prevent and Any initial inquiries can take advan-
conditioning and psychometric studies lems, asthma attacks and skin irritation; extend the sanitation process, ADA uses tage of a free consultation with ADA to
and had microbiological expertise from not to mention the microscopic hazards technology such as ultraviolet lights in discuss appropriate treatments.
his previous career in quality control, of some mold speciates which can be strategic mold prone areas in conjunc-
sanitation and manufacturing roles at potentially fatal in operating suites and tion with the sanitation process to kill For more information call
major beverage companies. He has main- Critical Care units. The company works biological viruses, bacteria, mold and (888) 707-7763 or visit
tained his recertification and licensing to with hospitals during construction, musty odors and inhibit future growth, www.ADAflorida.com.

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