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Texas War On Mold
 Texans are waging a war on mold. The key to winning the war is understanding how a building operates as a total system, and making the appropriate changes to that system to eliminate the conditions which contribute to mold growth. Following is a brief description of how The Icynene Insulation System® fits in to the building system.
Moisture can be present within building walls, ceilings, attics, and crawlspaces via:
- Gravity
- Capillary Action
- Air Leakage
- Diffusion
In order to minimize the potential for mold growth, a building envelope system has to meet all of the following criteria:
- The building envelope must prevent water from penetrating. Therefore, the structure must be properly sealed and contain an effective drainage plane or rain screen.
- The building envelope must control air leakage. Uncontrolled air leakage leads to condensation and mold growth within the building envelope. The Icynene Insulation System® provides a complete air seal - sprayed into the wall it expands 100:1 in seconds, adhering to all surfaces.
- The components of the building should resist moisture and once wet should then have the potential to dry quickly (they should be hydrophobic). As supported by test results from leading building product laboratories, Icynene Spray Foam does not wick or absorb water. Moisture passes through Icynene Insulation, and once dry, the product returns to its full performance value. In addition, Icynene has been independantly tested by Texas Tech University and shown not to support the growth of mold.
- All components should be installed with relative ease and should not be installation-dependent for their ultimate performance. Installed by a Licensed Dealer, Icynene® spray in place foam insulation is a quick and effective, one-step insulation and air barrier system. No costly additional labor is required for caulking, taping, window gap foaming, etc.
The key to winning the war against mold is to take preemptive measures for the future health of your family. For more information on how to evaluate your home for susceptibility to mold infestation, please call us at (866) 494-FOAM.
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Denton Co. Custom Home. Homeowners everywhere are taking advantage of the Icynene Foam Insulation System. The increased utility bills in the North Texas area can be offset by using the Icynene Foam Insulation System. In 2006 as summer heat approaches, homes that already have Icynene spray foam will experience considerable savings. If you are looking to build a home and would like to create a "Healthier, Quieter, More Energy Efficietnt" environment, contact us ASAP.
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