Cleanup and Remediation

On this page you can find fact sheets from CDC and EPA on mold cleanup, removal and remediation.

Homeowner's and Renter's Guide to Mold Cleanup After Disasters [PDF - 2.99 MB]
Español [PDF - 4 MB]
Guidance from CDC, EPA, FEMA, HUD, and NIH on safe mold clean-up after a natural disaster

CDC

• Mold Prevention Strategies and Possible Health Effects in the Aftermath of Hurricanes and Major Floods
  A report by the CDC Mold Work Group addressing public health concerns related to limiting exposure to mold and identifying, preventing, and managing mold-related health effects following any natural disasters or other occurrences that results in flooding or major water intrusion.
  • Appendix: Publications on Exposure to Mold and Related Health Effects [PDF - 35 KB]

• NIOSH Interim Recommendations for the Cleaning and Remediation of Flood-Contaminated HVAC Systems: A Guide for Building Owners and Managers
  A guide for building owners or managers if heating, ventilating, and air conditioning systems are flooded ... more
• Population-Specific Recommendations for Protection From Exposure to Mold in Buildings Flooded After Hurricanes Katrina and Rita [PDF - 156 KB]
• Protect Yourself from Mold [PDF - 97 KB]
  You can protect yourself from health problems after exposure to mold in emergencies or natural disasters ...more
• Workplace Safety and Health
  Dampness and mold remediation advice for workers ...more

EPA

• A Brief Guide to Mold, Moisture and Your Home
  EPA provides advice on mold cleanup, control, and prevention ...more
• Fact Sheet: Flood Cleanup - Avoiding Indoor Air Quality Problems
  Flooding in a home or building can affect long-term indoor air quality — advice for cleanup, repairs, and personal safety ...more
• Mold Remediation in Schools and Commercial Buildings
  Key steps in investigating, evaluating, and remediating moisture and mold problems in schools ...more