Surface Sampling
During our mold inspections, surface mold samples may be collected to evaluate whether molds are growing on the surfaces of the walls, ceilings, and/or floors that could potentially adversely affect indoor air quality.
Samples are sent to an accredited laboratory, where the microscopic examination of the sample is performed by laboratory personnel to identify all of the viable and non-viable mold spore types that are present in the samples.
Hidden Mold Growth
Hidden mold growth conditions often exist beneath wood floors that measure wet or that have sustained water damage. Moisture measurements can be taken using a hand-held moisture meter, which can often uncover hidden mold growth conditions, especially in basements, where wood floors and carpets are often installed directly over moist concrete floor slabs.
Why Do I Have Mold?
Molds come in many colors, and molds are part of the natural environment. Outdoors, molds play a part in nature by breaking down dead organic matter such as fallen leaves and dead trees, but indoors, mold growth should be avoided.
Molds reproduce by means of tiny spores; the spores aren’t invisible to the naked eye and float through outdoor and indoor air. Mold may begin growing indoors when mold spores land on surfaces that are wet. There are many types of mold, and none of them will grow without water or moisture.
