Services

---

The first and most important step in the mold inspection process is a careful and comprehensive visual inspection. Our objective is to search for any signs of physical mold growth, mold related odors, areas of water intrusion, elevated humidity levels and any other conditions that could promote mold growth.

Bioaerosol sampling allows us to see mold spores that our eyes cannot. This is the second most important step in the mold investigation process. Bioaerosol samples collect micron sized airborne mold spores onto a collection slide using a Bio-Pump. The samples are then sent to an accredited microbiology laboratory for analysis. The laboratory will analyze the samples and generate a certificate of mold analysis which will give definitive answers to the possibility of airborne mold spore contamination.

Swab or Tape Lift sampling will provide a definitive answer as to whether or not the substance in question is in fact mold growth. We collect physical samples of the suspected mold growth. We then send the samples to an accredited microbiology laboratory for analysis. The laboratory will analyze the samples and generate a certificate of mold analysis which will report any mold types identified.

Mold growth in a home or office is a byproduct of a moisture problem. You cannot have mold growth without moisture. We utilize moisture meter technology to test building materials for moisture content. This can help us determine if any building material is holding enough moisture to promote mold growth.

Thermal image scanning provides another important set of eyes. Thermal image scanning shows a visual temperature scale on a monitor which allows us to see moisture hidden within building materials such as walls and ceilings.

Every inspection comes with a comprehensive written mold assessment report outlining all of the findings including detailed photos and certificate of mold analysis from the laboratory. If a mold growth problem has been established, the report will include a highly detailed mold remediation plan with clearance criteria. 

The FHA/VA water panel is the industry standard when it comes to water testing. Samples are collected from an interior faucet, outdoor hose bib or well line. The sampling site must be free of any filtration devices, rubber hoses or flow restrictors and must not be in use for a minimum of 8 hours prior to sample collection. The samples are then packed in a temperature regulated cooler and sent off to the laboratory for analysis. 

• Microorganisms: E. coli, Total Coliform
• Metals: Lead, Iron, Manganese
• Inorganic Chemicals: Nitrate, Nitrite
• Physical Characteristics: pH, Turbidity

Contaminated drinking water is one of the oldest known public health concerns. The fact that a water supply has been used for a prolonged amount of time without reported adverse health effects is not a guarantee of its safety. Regular users of a water supply can develop a tolerance for the contaminants present within their water supply while infrequent users may become sick by drinking the same water. This informational water quality testing report compares your sample results to national standards that are defined within the United States Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) National Primary and Secondary Drinking Water Regulations.

Each water test comes with a written summary of the laboratory analysis findings which will include the laboratory analytical report. 

Testing is done with a TO-15 vacuum canister set to sample air from 30 minutes to 24 hours depending on constant or intermittent presence. Once sampling is complete the TO-15 canister is sent to an accredited laboratory for analysis. VOCs are measured using techniques such as Gas Chromatography-Mass Spectrometry (GC/MS - 74 Compounds) with additional library search to ensure that nothing harmful or toxic is present, by breaking down the airstream into constituent parts.

Volatile Organic Compounds. Many smells that come from products for the home contain volatile organic compounds, or VOCs. The scent can be natural, as from a pine tree or a fresh orange. It can also be man-made, like an artificial pine-scented cleanser or the smell of drying paint. Some VOCs may not produce an odor at all. VOCs are emitted by a wide array of products numbering in the thousands. Organic chemicals are widely used as ingredients in household products. Paints, varnishes and wax all contain organic solvents, as do many cleaning, disinfecting, cosmetic, degreasing and hobby products. Fuels are made up of organic chemicals.

We can test for over 150 types of VOCs such as Formaldehyde, Freon, Ethanol, Nicotine, THC & many more. Click the link below to see the full list of the most common VOCs we test for. Feel free to inquire about VOCs that are not listed. Click here to learn more

Each VOC test includes a copy of the laboratory air analysis data summary.