Frequently Asked Questions
How safe is Ozone?
Ozone is safe and environmentally friendly. It is non-combustible, non-carcinogenic, and non-irritating to skin. The ozone produced with Air Treatment System Ozone generators will not damage home furnishings and will not leave a residue on walls or furnishings. Ozone does not harm foods and is approved by the FDA as a food preservative because of its ability to kill bacteria and molds.
What is ozone gas?
Ozone is colorless and has a distinct odor, like the smell after a thundershower. This odor will intensify as the home or office fills with ozone and diminishes rapidly after the ozone generators are turned off. The odor is not offensive and is completely gone within the day.
How does the ozone get behind the walls?
As the generators continue to produce ozone, it forms a colorless "cloud" throughout the space. Over time, it filters through all porous surfaces, through vents and spaces to go everywhere oxygen is present. After several hours the ozone will even find its way behind walls and into all the "hidden" spaces in a home or commercial building. Essentially, if there is air present, the ozone will follow it.
What happens to the mold after the Air Treatment System technology has treated it?
There is no need to do anything. The mold is dead. If the mold is not visible, there is no reason to do anything with it; Mold will not come back to life. If the mold is visible, it is easily cleaned up with the proper vacuuming or by wiping it away. This is a simple and safe procedure, unlike the process of removing living mold.
What about furniture, carpets, and drapes that have been effected by mold?
In most cases, using Air Treatment System technology will allow you to save your furnishings because the ozone will penetrate the cushions and fabrics and kill all the mold and bacteria present. Often a thorough cleaning can then remove any stains that were present. An added bonus is that all the cushions in the home or office, including pillows and mattresses, will also be free of dust mites as well!
What else does Ozone eradicate besides mold?
Virtually anything that requires oxygen, such as aerobic bacteria, viruses and other fungi will be eradicated when exposed to ozone. Examples include E. coli, streptococcus, and salmonella. Anthrax is even eradicated when exposed to high levels of ozone! All pest issues will be resolved as well including dust mites, fleas, ticks, ants and rodents.
Can cleaning up mold be hazardous to my health?
Yes, during the cleaning process, you may be exposed to mold, strong detergents, and disinfectants. Spore counts may be 10 to 1000 times higher than background levels when mold-contaminated materials are disturbed. Take steps to protect you and your family's health by allowing us to do the remediation for you.
Our ozone service is extremely fast and effective in disinfecting, sanitizing and deodorizing indoor environments.
What steps can I take to see if my home has mold issues?
A simple mold test will determine if you have mold within your home. These tests are relatively inexpensive and are available at many hardware stores and from Air Treatment System directly.
How bad is mold for me and my family?
The negative health effects of mold exposure are just now fully being realized. In fact, a Center for Disease Control report concluded, "An exhaustive review of the scientific literature made it clear to us that it can be very hard to tease apart the health effects of exposure to mold from all the other factors that may be influencing health in the typical indoor environment," said committee chair Noreen Clark, dean, School of Public Health, University of Michigan, Ann Arbor. "That said, we were able to find sufficient evidence that certain respiratory problems, including symptoms in asthmatics who are sensitive to mold, are associated with exposure to mold and damp conditions."
Is Air Treatment System Technology guaranteed to produce results?
Yes! We are the only company that offers a Toxic Mold Warranty which guarantees that we will leave your home completely free from mold when our service is complete. It also guarantees that your structure will remain mold free for up to six months after the service has been performed!
Do I have to do anything myself to have this service performed?
No. Air Treatment System is registered with the Environmental Protection Agency (E.P.A.) and is a full service provider of our technology. We will do 100% of work needed to prepare and service your structure. All technicians are highly trained and licensed to run our revolutionary technology.
What types of buildings can be cleaned using Air Treatment System technology?
Any type of building can be cleaned by Air Treatment System. Air Treatment System will design a system capable of completely eradicating all mold, viruses and bacteria. Office buildings, warehouses, industrial facilities and residential buildings are some of the structures that are already using our system. We are also able to clean automobiles, boats and R.V's.
What types of service packages are available?
There are many different options available to help you keep your structure as clean as possible. We have monthly, quarterly and bi-annual maintenance programs available or we can customize a program to meet your needs. All prices are based on cubic footage and other determining factors, and each property is taken on a case by case basis.
Is the application of ozone approved by regulatory agencies?
In 1982, ozone was classified as generally recognized as Safe (GRAS) for treatment of bottled water. Since 2001, FDA approved ozone use as an antimicrobial agent in foods. Ozone is also listed in the National Organic Program (NOP) final rule, which permits its use in processed products labeled as "organic" or "made with organic."
