Microbiological Evaluations, Moisture Management & Remediation

To address the increasing number of requests that we have received regarding mold/fungal growth and/or contamination – as well as moisture management – Saban offers a full range of services to commercial, government and large residential clients. Saban can identify mold growth problems, provide the appropriate measures for removal and conduct post remediation air sampling to evaluate final project area spore levels.

ü Mold Identification, Remediation and Oversight;

ü Visual Inspections;

ü Bulk and Air Sampling;

ü Work Plans for Mitigation;

ü Decontamination;

ü Ambient Air Monitoring;

ü Remediation Oversight;

ü Post Remediation Testing.

Saban have executed many projects involving mold surveys and abatement design/execution for clients such as the insurance industry, public schools and universities, and real estate developers/owners.  Over the past several years, employee health complaints associated with the presence of mold have been reported by building occupants with increasing frequency. . Many times problems arise from improper engineering and construction defects that can result in water infiltration.  Regardless of the water source, microbial growth (mold, bacteria, etc.) can occur on most materials.

Mold Inspection and Assessment

Our approach to a typical on-site mold assessment might include hypothesis formation, site physical inspection, moisture evaluation, non-destructive and destructive sampling, HVAC review, collaboration with building scientists, video and digital documentation, and review of existing reports. The cause and time course of mold growth is established when possible. Recommendations or remediation protocol is prepared when applicable.

Mold Remediation Design and Project Management

Saban has extensive experience preparing mold remediation design specifications, and providing construction administration and project oversight.  Saban participates in the pre-bid meetings, review bids and recommend to clients the most qualified responsive Contract for award of work.  Also included are: review of Contractor submittals including material usage, sub-contractor qualifications, health & safety plans, quality control plan and containment plans.

Mold Remediation Oversight and Sampling

Saban will provide a general "Work Plan" for the remediation of microbial contamination. The work plan, while tailored to specific project requirements, provides Nationwide and potential remediation contractors a common document on which to base bids, to specify work to be done, and to establish the criteria for determining efficacy of the abatement. The work plan calls for remediation contractors to provide evidence that they are in compliance with applicable OSHA and EPA regulations on remediation projects.

Keeping costs to a minimum is always a major consideration during all phase of mold investigation and remediation. Saban understands the economic constraints faced by the insurance industry and we help reduce your overall costs while also minimizing potential liability exposure.  Many clients are looking at pro-active risk reduction. This type of program is designed both for clients looking for property coverage and for construction companies struggling to get environmental insurance. These custom programs are both cost-effective and result-driven. They work by showing the underwriters that the client is willing to share the risk by taking steps to mitigate future exposure. The result is a benefit to insurance underwriters, insurance brokers, building owners, and financial institutions.