Mold Inspection
What we do?
Our mold inspection provides a "snapshot" of the existing mold situation by combining visual inspection, biological sampling, and laboratory analysis.
Air quality testing
Mold spores are present in any environment at all times. However, the number of airborne mold spores indicates whether the mold amplification has occurred within the indoor environment. We take a sample of indoor and outdoor air by specialized equipment - air sampler that provides information on a viable mold spore count.
Surface sampling
If there is a visible mold growth or just a surface affected by water intrusion, we take a surface sample. We take two kinds of surface samples by using either or both: Tape lift or Rodac plates. We are primarily looking for the presence of a toxic mold Stachybotrys chartarum, This method also enables identification of the source of air contamination.
Detection of moisture
Surfaces affected by water intrusion are the potential
sites for mold growth. By using the electronic moisture meter we determine the level of
wall moisture in “wet spots” or surfaces affected by water intrusion.
Laboratory analysis
The samples are analyzed for mold spore count as well as for mold identification.
Report
Report
contains information on whether the number of mold spores is above or within
acceptable level and whether the identified mold is common, allergenic or toxic.
Recommendation for resolving a mold problem is also included.