
Schaumburg Mold Removal,
Mold Testing and Mold Inspections
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Schaumburg, IL
What to Expect: Our Quick & Simple Process
Schedule Your FREE in-home quote
We assess the potential mold issue and provide a quote.
Approve the quote
and schedule the job.
We complete the job and provide a 10-Year Transferable Warranty
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Welcome! Thank you for visiting our Schaumburg, IL page. My name is Ralph Zaremba and I am the owner of Moldman Chicago North Suburbs. Moldman has been eliminating mold and water damage problems for Schaumburg residents for over 15 years since our business opened in 2006.
Our expertise is in mold remediation, mold testing, mold inspections and water damage cleanup. We handle ALL types of water damage and mold issues for residents of Schaumburg and this includes black mold, white mold, attic mold, basement mold, bathroom mold, crawlspace mold, etc.
Schaumburg Mold Inspection and Mold Testing Service
Moldman offers mold inspection and mold testing services for Schaumburg, IL residents. While we are experts in mold inspections and testing, please note that in many cases a mold inspection with testing is NOT needed when you see obvious visible mold. This is a fact many mold companies will not disclose but it is generally the case. Even the EPA agrees, stating “In most cases, if visible mold growth is present, sampling is unnecessary.”
Why is sampling or testing usually unnecessary when clear, visible mold is present? Because the proper steps to remove mold are the same regardless of what the test results might reveal.
But in cases where a mold inspection with testing is needed (E.g. you do not see obvious visible mold but something smells musty, like mold), we can do this fast and affordably. Here are the the steps we take during a mold inspection:
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We fully assess your home and look for mold, signs of mold or signs of water damage (which might indicate hidden mold growth)
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We perform air testing and/or surface testing
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We then send your samples off to 3rd party lab and typically get results 1-2 business days later
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Once we receive the lab results, we write up personalized report for your situation that is written in plain English that is based on the lab results and our own assessment of the home
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The final step is to email you the written report and lab results
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If you have a mold issue, we can also provide you with a free quote to remove it
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Schaumburg Mold Removal and Remediation Service
Moldman offers professional mold removal and remediation services to Schaumburg, IL residents. Our work is backed by a 10-year warranty and we always provide free quotes.
Each mold remediation job is different. But in general, here are the steps we generally take to eliminate your mold problem for good:
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Setup containment to prevent mold from spreading to clean parts of the property
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Use HEPA air scrubbing machines to clean the air and capture mold spores
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Perform careful, selective demo when needed (E.g. wet drywall)
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HEPA vacuum the work area to help capture mold spores on visible surfaces
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Apply antimicrobial chemicals to the impacted area to kill the mold
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HEPA vacuum the work area again (same as step #4 above)
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Clean up work area and do final wipe down on surfaces where mold may have settled
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Customer review and sign-off
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Schaumburg Basement Mold Removal Case Study
We handle ALL mold problems. But below, Ralph Zaremba, owner of Moldman Chicago North Suburbs, discusses a recent mold job we did in Schaumburg to give you a sense of what is involved in Mold Remediation.
Even if your mold issue is not in the basement or the details are different, this case study can still be helpful to you because it gives you a sense of what is involved in professional mold remediation and what you can typically expect before, during and after a job. Every job is different, but most of the steps below are followed in the majority of mold remediation jobs.
Read below to learn more.
About the mold removal job:
What type of mold job was this?
It was a basement mold removal job in Schaumburg, IL.
What was causing the mold problem?
Basement flooding after heavy rains.
What did the customer want? Or what was their goal with this project?
Our client was selling the home and needed to fix the mold problem before listing the property.
Can you walk us through the steps you took to get rid of the mold here?
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Set up containment
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HEPA air scrubber(s) in the work area.
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Carefully demo impacted drywall, insulation, carpet and other non-salvageable materials
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HEPA vacuum all surfaces.
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Apply hospital-grade antimicrobial sanitizer & fungicide to impacted areas.
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Apply antifungal encapsulant (clear or white/gray tint depending if stains come out) to impacted areas.
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Final HEPA vacuuming, antimicrobial wipe-down & clean up of work area.
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HVAC duct cleaning
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QC Check
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Customer walk through and sign off
Did you run into any unique challenges?
When we removed the drywall, we identified a crack in the foundation that needed to be fixed. Also, the humidity was very high in the basement, which is common. We typically recommend having a dehumidifier in the basement with a drain hose that empties directly into the floor drain so you don’t have to empty it manually when it fills up.
Once you get rid of the mold, what steps need to be taken to ensure the mold does not return?
The key to mold control is moisture control. The water problem must be permanently fixed or the mold can return at a later time if the water returns. The customer needed to make sure that the foundation crack was fixed and humidity was reduced in the basement. In addition, we always recommend having a sump pump with a battery backup in a basement. The battery backup can be crucial if you ever lose power during a storm and water enters your basement.
Was the customer pleased with the final results?
Yes, the customer was very pleased. We fixed a fairly large mold problem, allowing the customer to eventually put the home on the market to sell.
Any final words or advice you could give people here?
Most basements will take on water at some point. This is why it is so important to have a good working sump pump with a battery backup. In addition, if your basement does flood, you must act very fast to get the basement dry ASAP, as mold can form in as little as 24-48 hours after a water event. In some cases, basement flooding and the subsequent mold or water damage work needed may be covered by your home insurance.
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Schaumburg Services
Below, you will find detailed descriptions of the various professional mold services we offer to Schaumburg residents. Note: we fix ALL mold problems of all colors, types and in any type of space (residential, commercial, etc). But below we discuss mold services that we are asked to perform most frequently.


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How much does Moldman charge as a franchise fee to join?Moldman charges ZERO DOLLARS as a franchise fee! Yes, you read that right. ZERO DOLLARS. Based on our own research, most of our competitors charge a minimum of $25,000 and even $50,000+. Many people have told us we are crazy to do this. Are we crazy? Maybe. But maybe we’re on to something!
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What are the startup costs to open a Moldman franchise?The low end of the range of projected startup costs to open a Moldman franchise is around $10,000. It’s possible to make back that money on just a few jobs! This is really LOW compared to our competitors. How do we do it? First of all, we do not charge a franchise fee. Second of all, we keep startup costs at a minimum in many ways such as by encouraging our franchisees to buy their equipment as cheaply as possible (you can even buy it used), to work from home initially (to avoid paying for a lease) and to not hire any full time employees at first to save on overhead. The low end of the range of our projected startup costs
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What is your royalty fee?Our royalty fee is a straight 10%. Easy to communicate and easy to calculate.
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Do I need experience?No! While relevant experience in mold, water damage, or the building/construction trades certainly helps, it’s not a requirement. We can teach you everything you need to know.
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What am I getting when I join Moldman as a franchisee?Moldman franchisees get a proven system that works! Here are some of the many benefits you will get as a Moldman franchisee: Training on how to do safe and profitable mold inspections and mold removal jobs Coaching on how to run a profitable business Support along the way Customer leads generated by our website and SEO (Search Engine Optimization) A suite of software tools to help you run your business easily and efficiently Brand awareness with our catchy name and hero character
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Can I work from home?Yes! We encourage you to work from home as long as possible to keep your costs low and your profit high. Eventually your business may grow big enough to need an office/warehouse space - a big step for your business!
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Do I need to hire and manage expensive employees?No! Your Moldman franchise can start out with just yourself and maybe a part-time helper or two. Eventually you’ll probably need to hire some full time employees, but until then we encourage you to start small and remain lean as long as possible.
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What are you looking for in a potential Moldman franchise owner?We think the biggest indicator of success is hunger. Hunger to succeed. Hunger to change your life. Hunger to make money. Simply joining Moldman isn’t enough to succeed. We will provide you with the training and a pipeline of leads. But you’ve got to convert those leads into jobs and do good quality work to keep your business rolling. You’ve also got to network in your community so that people know about you. It’s not hard, but it requires hunger and drive.
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If I already own and operate a mold or water damage business, can I convert to a Moldman franchise to take advantage of all that Moldman has to offer?Yes! Converting your business to a Moldman franchise might make a ton of sense for you, especially if you like the idea of leaving online lead generation to the experts (us) so you can focus on doing good quality work and keeping your customers happy. You’ll also get a reduced royalty rate for the first 3 years. Contact us for further details.
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How much money can I make?Ah, yes, probably the most important question. Well, franchising rules prohibit us from making any explicit promises. But rest assured, we will provide you with the tools, training, support and knowledge so that you can take advantage of the opportunities in a growing industry where our services are always needed. But don’t forget, there are MANY other benefits to business ownership beyond money - the biggest one being freedom and work-life balance. If you need to go see your kid’s soccer game at 4:00 on a Thursday, you don’t need to ask for anyone’s permission. You have the freedom because you are your own boss now. Priceless!
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