New member - mold remediation issue

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I am new to this list but have been on the MCS and post polio lists for quite

sometime. Currently I am dealing with a mold remediation issue through our

insurance co. Going thru the insurance co has meant dealing with their hygenist

and their mold remediation co - neither of which are familiar with chemical

sensitivities. In addition, I have had to deal with everyone's set protocols,

which I have so far been able to " tweak " to my needs.

We had a very slow leak coming from a pipe in a wall in between 2 upstairs

bathrooms that dripped in between the wall areas of the entry closet below. The

plumber fixed the leak, the area was dried out (dehumidifier running 24/7) and

then the insurance co came in to assess the issue. So far, the areas in the

upstairs bathroom and the entry way have had drywall totally ripped out and then

the remaining pipes and wood were cleaned (with peroxide, as per my request).

After that, the areas were sealed first with 2 layers of plastic (as per their

required " protocol " ) and then with Dennyfoil (as per my request - to protect me

from the plastic). Air samples were taken by the hygenist before and after the

cleaning -coming out positive both times. Then the mold remediation came back

for a second cleaning. Then there was an additional round of testing. Those

test results came back on Friday showing no mold in the bathroom area, but still

some mold in the entryway. The reccommended " protocol " is to seal in the little

left over mold with a fungicide mixed with latex paint. I am in a total panic.

The mold issue alone caused my dormant asthma to resurface and the mention of

fungicide is terrifying me. I am trying to convince them not to use the

fungicide (unless someone here can suggest a safe one) and to tear out and

replace the remaining wood.

Does anyone on this list have any suggestions for me on dealing with these

problems in relation to an insurance company? I need to convince them

scientifically of a different way to get the end result they want.

The odd thing is that in August my husband and I had just started investigating

(with frustrating results) the issue of having mold remediation done in our

basement next summer.

Thanks so much.

Saralee Rosen

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