"Although recognized as vitally
important to the success and financial viability of any building
project, mold and moisture management can be very challenging. The
AQS Moisture Management Plan offers a comprehensive suite of
services and expert guidance in a user-friendly program geared to
the special needs of the design and construction teams," said
Marilyn S. Black, PhD, chairman and chief scientist of Air Quality
Sciences.
Moisture management services are
provided during the design, construction and occupancy phases of
new construction. These include document reviews, on-site
inspections, mold and moisture mapping, building clearance
testing, training of staff, and implementation of continued mold
prevention processes.
The Moisture Management Plan can
be used to earn the GREENGUARD Mold Protection Certification™.
This important credential from the GREENGUARD Environmental
Institute (GEI) certifies that best practices were used throughout
design, construction, and occupancy phases to safeguard against
damage and loss caused by mold. These best practices have been
consolidated into a National, voluntary standard by the GEI.
GREENGUARD Certification is a
critical step in protecting a building from losses associated with
moisture intrusion and mold contamination. Participation in the
certification program also increases the value of the building and
the contractor's reputation and maximizes the overall success of
each new construction project. Owners, developers, and designers
gain a competitive advantage by constructing healthier, high
quality buildings that command premium pricing and greater tenant
retention.
Air Quality Sciences, Inc. is a
fully integrated indoor air quality (IAQ) company that provides
solutions to create healthy indoor environments and avoid
potentially dangerous indoor pollution. As the only IAQ firm with
internal labs that are both ISO 9001:2000 registered and AIHA
EMLAP accredited, AQS sets the standard for effective diagnoses
and solutions. AQS also is a test laboratory and technical lead
for the GREENGUARD Environmental Institute. To learn more about
AQS and GREENGUARD, visit www.aqs.com
or www.greenguard.org.
GREENGUARD Environmental
Institute (GEI) is an industry independent, non-profit
organization that oversees the GREENGUARD Certification Program.
As an ANSI Authorized Standards Developer, GEI establishes product
and building standards for indoor air quality. GREENGUARD's goal
is to improve public health and quality of life by helping
manufacturers build better and safer products. Please visit
www.greenguard.org for
more information.
