It is the belief among most contractors that education — not overreaction — is the key to solving the current “hysteria” regarding mold.
“Until someone comes up with rules and guidelines pertaining to mold, we are just shooting in the dark,” said Carl Shirk of Champion Mechanical Services Inc., Siloam Springs, AR. “Changes in local building codes and inspections are going to have to be implemented and homeowners are going to have to be educated about the HVAC equipment they have installed in their homes.”