A Healthy Home, LLC Member of the Indoor Air Quality Association Mold Testing Service - CRMI certified. All mold testing and inspection include a written report with a summary of findings. Mold testing analysis by EMLab P&K.
Mold Testing Options:
Level 1 Assessment– $185. Testing and visual inspection of 1 suspect location. Includes 2 samples, visual inspection using IR camera, particle counter, moisture meter, and hygrometer; also ananlysis by EMLab P&K and written report by CRMI, in 3 work days.
Level 2 Assessment – $320. Testing and visual inspection of house. Includes 2 finished levels, and 3 samples. Add $55 for additional levels or additional samples. Mold service includes lab results and a report written by CRMI; & use of IR camera, particle counter, moisture meter and hygrometer, when appropriate. Sample analysis by EMLab P&K, with results in 3 work days.
Certified - Council-Certified Residential Mold Inspector by the American Indoor Air Quality Council.
Experienced– We have over 8 years experience with mold testing and inspections in Colorado.
Mold testing includes using a handheld laser particle counter. This instrument counts tiny particles in 6 size ranges real time to help steer inspectors to mold problems. It allows us to minimize the number of samples for lab analysis while maximizing the effectiveness of each sample.
Infer-Red camera and Protimeter (moisture meter) are also used for mold testing when appropriate. These instruments can detect moisture inside walls that can lead to a mold problem.
Mold Spores. Aspergillus Flavus magnified x150.
What is mold?
Microscopic organisms (fungi).
Mold breaks down organic material.
Wet conditions cause growth.
Mold releases many microscopic spores.
Mold spores are present virtually everywhere.
Conditions that Promote Mold Growth
Organic food source + humidity
Source of water
Flooding, plumbing leaks
Structural wood floor with poor ventilation
Poor drainage away from the house
Roof and gutter leaks
Shower leaks
Humidifiers
Sprinkler hitting the house
Windows leaking
Exterior walls not breathing, causing condensation
Breach in exterior wall allowing rain to get in
Lumber installed with mold on it.
Penicillium mycelium (white) growing on wood joists.
LINKS TO OTHER MOLD SITES
The EPA has a guide "A Brief Guide to Mold, Moisture, and Your Home," for homeowners about residential mold problems and how to prevent mold growth. To view the publication or order a copy click the link. http://www.epa.gov/mold/moldguide.html The guide can also be ordered by calling the EPA at 1-800-438-4318, and asking for EPA publication 402-K-02-003.
