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We use NO bleach, NO high pressure, and NO acid, this makes these products very safe to use and environmentally friendly. Safe around people, pets, and plants, there is no odor but it will eliminate offensive odor. Disadvantages of Bleach and Bleach Based Products

  • Bleach is sodium hypochloride. It is also known as chlorine and Javel.
  • Bleach is the same as the chlorine products that are used in swimming pools to disinfect.
  • Leaves drip marks on the surfaces surrounding the house.
  • Kills plants and fish.
  • Causes wood to dry.
  • Does not lift wood sealers and stains
  • Pulls the color out of roof tiles.
  • Using bleach on various types of roofs can nullify the warranty.
  • The percentage of bleach being used in detergents and home care products is approximately 6%.
  • Contractors often use bleach in concentrations from 15-75%. This is a very high concentration and causes all of the above listed problems.
  • When bleach is used on vinyl siding, it causes a chalky appearance and the vinyl siding begins to deteriorate.
  • Metal and metal surfaces attached to a house such as nails, gutters, facia etc. rust.
  • Painted surfaces become chalky and begin to deteriorate.
  • If 760 lbs or more of bleach are used it must be reported as a spill to the DEC.\
  • There is a $250 fine in some states for using bleach-based products for contracting purposes.
  • The color and smell of bleach cannot be changed --- freshly scented bleach still smells like bleach.
  • Operatives working with bleach can have the eyes and mucous membranes adversely affected.
  • Acts as a fertilizer for the growth of mold, mildew, and algae.
  • Harmful to the mucous membranes in high concentrations.
  • Not safe and not recommended for indoor mold remediation use.

Disadvantages of All Purpose Cleaners and Degreasers

  • Not environmentally safe
  • Not environmentally biodegradable
  • The solvents in degreaser disintegrate vinyl siding and asphalt shingles
  • Kills plants and fish
  • Ineffective in many applications


Advantages of the Caltex System

• Organic and Non-Toxic
• Biodegradable
• USDA approved
• Retards the re-growth of mold, mildew, and algae
• Does not bleach clothes or materials it inadvertently comes in contact with
 
Envirosafe Restoration LLC
P.O. Box 1556
Tavernier, FL 33070
(305) 522-9397

David@envirosaferestoration.com
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