These are only a few signs you might have mold. There are many signs that could indicate a mold problem. Our mold division has offered a free inspection for years.
No matter if you have a leaky roof or a humidity problem, we can test and report on the situation. After the mold has been removed completely, we can also perform clearance testing.
Mold inspections or assessments are the first and most important tools in identifying hidden mold conditions or issues that could lead to hidden mold growth. Sometimes water intrusion issues are not visible and can only be detected by special equipment.
How do I get my house tested for mold?“Every house, every environment has mold spores.” It becomes an issue when the concentration of mold spores in a home is greater than what is found outside. Mold needs three conditions to thrive: an ideal temperature, a source of food and moisture.
Paint over mold does not kill it. Mold-resistant paint only works to proactively prevent mold, NOT reactively kill mold. Kilz and Zinsser make primers that claim to kill mold, but you should still remove the mold before using either of these products. There are mold-inhibiting additives you can add to paint.
The results lack enough credibility that lawyers, doctors, insurance companies, and remediation companies do not accept the results. Consumer Reports, in fact, rated four different brands of DIY mold tests “Not Recommended,” citing the following: “In some samples, the vials with media leaked over entire kit.
A normal mold spore count in a room is typically 200-500 spores. Anywhere between 1-1500 mold spores in a room is normal and safe as long as mold colonies are not visibly growing and no water damage is present.