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Many companies advertise their products as optimal in the fight against mold, fungi. Certainly, many of them are effective and help make the problems disappear for a while. However, if the immediate cause isn’t diagnosed and properly fixed, these problems will keep coming back.
There are different reasons for biological deterioration and it’s a complex issue. This is why a holistic approach to the building’s condition is needed. As a building diagnostician, I analyze all the aspects that may contribute to the problem: I take a look at building partitions and analyze them in terms of their thermal and humidity properties; I determine the occurrence of thermal bridges; I look at ventilation method and its quality; I check the way the building is used; I examine for the occurrence of leaks or cracks; I look at the technical condition of the building as well as its surroundings, etc. Only this way it is possible to diagnose building sickness and propose a proper “treatment”.
Mycology problems in construction are connected to such issues as insulation, ventilation, thermal and humidity aspects, and material properties. Their mutual unfavorable correlation leads to the formation of biological corrosion centers.
Mold, fungi, problems with humidity, ventilation or poor technical condition of the building are not only a matter of unsightly appearance. In effect, these factors cause health problems for the building users: allergies, asthma, general feeling of being unwell, headaches, body weakness, recurring respiratory diseases. They also cause an increase in the operating costs of the facility and degraded quality of life. This is why a properly made diagnosis allows for an efficient fight against the problem, resulting in better safety, improved life quality, and, in the long run, financial improvement.
As an architect, building mycologist, Certified Passive House Tradesperson, I have interdisciplinary knowledge that is useful in indicating specific design and implementation solutions aimed at:
_ proper protection of the building against moisture and mould,
_ improvement of the energy efficiency of the building,
_ elimination of thermal bridges,
_ consultancy on the implementation of proper thermal insulation of the building using appropriate materials and methods, so as to achieve real savings in the use of the building,
_ implementation of appropriate solutions to achieve a pleasant climate inside the building (in winter – warmth, in summer – cold),
_ reduction of energy consumption for heating,
Performing diagnostic tests (moisture measurements of materials, thermal imaging, general technical condition of the building) and conducting analyses of building partitions (walls, roof, ceiling) is significant for the preparation of repair solutions. An analysis of building partitions allows for offering effective design and material solutions to increase the energy efficiency of the building, which in turn will eliminate moisture and mould, increase savings and improve the climate inside the building.
As an advisor in the field of energy-saving solutions and protection of the building against the effects of moisture, I provide my services both to users of existing buildings who want to make restoration, renovation or thermo-modernisation of the facility, as well as to construction companies, developers and building administrators.
In the era of climate changes, accessibility issues and rising costs of building materials, higher energy and fuel prices as well as high dependence on energy suppliers, it is important to use well thought-out solutions. I encourage you to use my services in the field of energy-saving solutions and protection of the building against the effects of moisture: diagnostics, consulting and supervision.
_ site visit at the facility,
_ necessary diagnostics tests**,
_ analysis of the test results, defining of the problem in writing
_ site visit at the facility,
_ necessary diagnostics tests**,
_ analysis of the test results, defining of the problem in writing,
_ determination of the method of eliminating the effects and causes of problems occurring in the building:
> description,
> drawings – remediation design,
_ supervising the works carried out by an external contracting company,
_ verification of the work performed by the external contractor
Prices are determined individually after sending a description of the problem with photos and information about the location of the facility by email.
*My scope of work doesn’t include carrying out remediation works; in order to remove the effects of problems, it is necessary to reach out to appropriately specialized companies (depending on the diagnosis and specified remediation methods).
** The range of tests, depending on the problem’s complexity:
_ thermal imaging of buildings and partitions
_ thermal and moisture analysis of building partitions
_ tests of the degree of biological corrosion
_ assessment of façade deterioration caused by algae, lichens, and fungi
_ humidity measurements in air and building partitions
_ qualitative analysis of molds
_ laboratory tests of collected samples
Karolina Kalitan
– a BUILDING MYCOLOGY SPECIALIST,
– a Certified Passive House Tradesperson,
– a LICENSED ARCHITECT with 14 years of experience in the design of single-family, industrial, and service buildings
The combination of my knowledge in these areas means that I am able to not only localize the problem but also propose a specific way to remove its cause. I know how to design and build, and I understand the problems occurring in the buildings. I am an analytical, concrete person and I am looking for the easiest and most effective way to solve problems.
I do not sell any products.
I offer my knowledge and experience.
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