Comments on: Product Review: Concrobium Mold Control

By: sue

sue — Thu, 14 Jul 2011 15:55:47 +0000

I have been using Concrobium Mold Control since it was first introduced in the US. I am in the Northeast and had to get it from Florida at first. We always had mold in the a/c unit and our a/c ductwork when opened in the spring and kept replacing ductwork and bleaching the unit until we found Concrobium. Now DH fogs the return duct in the fall and we have never seen any mold since either in the unit or ductwork. Just as a precaution he does it again before we fire it up in the spring but really feel this is overkill. Only problem with the outdoor Mold Defense is Home Depot does not carry it up here and when it first came out I ordered some as we had a shed that was completely covered with mold. We cleaned it off and sprayed Mold Defense on and the next spring — no mold came back – as a precaution we sprayed it again with Mold Defense and again this year not one speck of mold. Before that every year after the winter was over it quickly became covered with mold so don’t let anyone tell you the products from Siamons do not work — they do. The only down side is the white residue that is left sometimes from overspraying or overfogging an area or drips on the floor. However, that is easily cleaned up with – guess what – Concrobium. One day I am going to have DH fog each room and I intend to wallpaper so will clean the wall with Concrobium first. It is truly a wonderful and safe product and I always have some on hand.

Years ago we had professional remediation at $30,000 and could never afford a repeat so Concrobium has saved the day for us. DH fogs the basement occasionally as we do get water in maybe 2x/year and have a large 4×4 pit with the sewer pipe and sump pump. Our basement never smells musty.

However, since Concrobium is not concentrated but already mixed I do put a bit of concentrated Moldzyme in my 3 dehumidifier buckets daily to prevent any mold buildup in them and it cuts down on cleaning them out. Now I only clean them once per month. Also, I use fragrance free baby wipes to dust with (except my wood paneling which I use regular wood cleaner on) as I was told by a remediator that the enzymes in them clean up any mold spores. That in conjunction with Concrobium has kept my high humidty house mold free for years.

By: Robert

Robert — Tue, 21 Jun 2011 13:51:01 +0000

Folks…We have a solution for your mold problem in your duct work and in your home. And you do NOT have to use a fogger and cover everything. Actually it is best to leave everything uncovered and let our system not only kill the mold in the air but on your surfaces as well! PLEASE contact us for complete, affordable protection with is 100% safe and effective!

By: Brad

Brad — Mon, 20 Jun 2011 16:29:45 +0000

Hi Johnny. If you would be kind enough to email us at customerserviceus@concrobium.com or call us at 1-866-811-4148 we’d be happy to provide advice on how best to deal with your mold issue. Thanks!

By: Johnny

Johnny — Thu, 16 Jun 2011 17:40:43 +0000

Can Concrobium be used in a fogger that is set up to blow into the HVAC return? I think we may have mold in our duct work and was wondering if this would be a good way to neutralize it. Thanks.

By: Brad

Brad — Mon, 13 Jun 2011 19:22:12 +0000

You can paint over a Concrobium-treated surface as soon as the Concrobium solution has dried, which in a typical indoor environment takes a few hours max. So certainly you could paint the next day. Please note that latex-based paints adhere best to a Concrobium-treated surface. If you plan on using an oil-based paint please consider a latex primer.
Please note that if you require quick response to any Concrobium questions we welcome you to visit us at http://www.concrobium.com and to contact us using the CONTACT US info. Thanks!

By: Donna

Donna — Sat, 07 May 2011 15:22:42 +0000

How soon can we paint after applying your product Concrobium mold control?

By: Brad

Brad — Wed, 03 Nov 2010 14:12:10 +0000

A few quick answers to your questions above, though you’ve no doubt tracked us down via our web site:

1. Concrobium Mold Control is primarily designed for interior surfaces, however it can be used on outdoor surfaces (a lot of people use it on boat exteriors, for example). The only issue with using the product for outdoor mold protection is that rain and moisture will wear away at the antimicrobial film, which means that more frequent re-application is necessary. We have developed a product called Mold Defense for outdoor use. More information is available at http://www.concrobium.com.

2. We do recommend the tri-jet fogger or any other cold fogger for treating large or inaccessible areas (like a musty basement or attic) with Concrobium Mold Control. Simply follow the instructions listed on our web site to mist the area, coat all surfaces with the product and allow to dry. Continuous treatment is not necessary; one application should do the trick.

3. When fogging, all items that may be harmed by moisture should be removed or covered. This would include but not be limited to home electronics, artwork and books. I would also remove clothing as the product, if over-applied, can leave a light film on surfaces.

4. Regarding subflooring, yes, spraying Concrobium Mold Control on the surface and allowing to dry will eradicate existing mold and prevent regrowth. Note that the original water source that created the mold (humidity, water intrusion) should also be addressed.

5. Yes, we do publish an expiry date for Concrobium Mold Control. It is printed on each bottle. Our current studies are showing no efficacy reduction after 6 years.

6. Insulation can be placed on top of a surface once it has been treated with Concrobium Mold Control. Just ensure that 1) the water source that caused the mold in the first place has been addressed and 2) that the surface has been thoroughly treated and the product has been allowed to dry. Note that Concrobium can only work on a surface it makes contact with; if there is mold on the underside of a surface and Concrobium does make contact with that side, the mold will remain and may continue to grow.

By: Brad

Brad — Wed, 03 Nov 2010 13:52:18 +0000

Hello, this is Brad again – from Siamons International, the manufacturer of Concrobium Mold Control. Thanks to everyone for posting their positive experiences with our product – we are always thrilled to hear that homeowners and pros are successfully eradicating mold with Concrobium.
Also, we’ve noticed that some of you are posting product-specific questions on this site. As we don’t always monitor this site, we invite you to visit our web site (www.concrobium.com) if you wish to submit a question directly to us. Or, if you wish, feel free to visit our Facebook page to post a question: facebook.com/moldcontrol.
Finally – just wanted to congratulate Jonathan and Josyln on a great mold web site; education is key when it comes to fighting mold!

By: Doug von Dersch

Doug von Dersch — Sat, 16 Oct 2010 05:16:05 +0000

Please take the time to hsve a look at this website. It is the only multi -product website for mold, algae, and mildew in Canada. A huge amount of information and application tips.
Cheers,
Doug

By: TJ

TJ — Tue, 14 Sep 2010 20:42:37 +0000

Thanks Laura for the information. I have discovered the source of my mold (leaky basement) and scrubbed the area. However, now that the basement is water free, I continue to smell a “mildewy” smell coming from the air vents. I’ve been looking for answers and had heard about Concrobium through eHow.com. Before I began the process, I wanted to see if others had experiences with the product. Will let everyone know the outcome of my adventure, as I fog the HVAC.