Airborne mould and mould spores come into a home through doors and windows or on clothing, shoes and pets. Inside it finds an ideal environment to settle and reproduce. In fact, research microbiologists and indoor air quality experts have found that indoor levels of airborne mould are frequently much higher than levels found outdoors. Very often, in our indoor environments, certain types of microorganisms - including the notorious ones - will begin to dominate specific areas.

The greatest reservoir and contribution to airborne mould in the home is the carpet and other soft fabrics. Walls in often-damp basements are also particularly troublesome. Mould growth in attics can also be a problem, especially at selling time.

Toddlers get a particularly heavy exposure when they sit or crawl because the spores tend to settle on the floor. Vacuuming removes dirt but spreads the tiny organisms around. Steam cleaning is equally inefficient. In fact, the added moisture causes spores to germinate and multiply, making matters worse.

Because carpets offer warmth, sound deadening and a "cozier" environment, removing them is not always the best answer. We also need to use our basements for living space. Simply avoiding these areas is not a viable option.

"Our patented treatment program called the AEGIS Microbe Shield prevents mould and bacterial growth on building surfaces."

Invisible Critters - Infectious Microbes
We are constantly bombarded with a variety of disease and infection causing organisms such as those that cause the flue and common cold. We also are exposed to organisms such as Salmonella, E. coli and others. Although these organisms seldom actually "grow" in our home, they can survive on surfaces long enough to be passed from person to person by normal hand contact. The indoor environment, while warm and inviting, is a closed space and very susceptible to becoming a "warehouse" for these critters.

"We apply the AEGIS Microbe Shield, a long-lasting invisible treatment, to frequently-touched surfaces in homes, such as door and cupboard handles, light fixtures, telephones and other surfaces, to control the survival of these types of organisms".