Are you worried you may have mold and mildew in your home or workplace? If you are concerned about the presence of mold and mildew, or if a home inspector or other professional has notified you about possible mold, you might wish to arrange for a mold inspection with Healthy Home Mold Inspection Rockford IL. Below is a quick description of what we do throughout a regular evaluation:
1. A full visual inspection of your property.
A mold inspection is MUCH more than running a few air samples. We conduct a full visual inspection of the property to identify possible mold sources and moisture issues that can contribute to future mold growth. We carry a full arsenal of inspection tools including high powered LED flashlights, moisture meters, infrared cameras and hygrometers to measure humidity throughout your home.
2. We take air quality samples on EVERY floor of your home.
One interior air sample is never enough to adequately analyze all possible mold growth areas of your home. Furthermore, if we find an area of concern, the additional samples let us know if the contamination is localized or widespread throughout your home. We don’t guess, we measure.
3. We use accurate sampling techniques.
Taking air samples the right way is critical to obtaining trustworthy results. Proper preparation can result in a TEN TIMES higher spore count. Unless your inspector understands this, your mold counts may give you a false sense of security when you actually have elevated mold conditions.
4. The right mold testing lab makes a difference
Some of the ‘top’ labs in the country report inaccurate spore counts. There are categories of mold that almost always show a spore count, and these labs will mark a zero for every sample in a home. If you send us a report from one of these labs, we have to retake all of the samples to give you accurate advice.
5. Rush processing at no extra charge
Many of our clients struggle with health concerns or are involved in a time-sensitive real estate transaction. Don’t wait 7-10 days for results. And don’t pay an expedited fee PER sample to get your report sooner. Most of our reports are complete within 48 hours.
6. Action Plan
We will give you a detailed written report to fix the moisture problems that allow mold to grow, and a plan to reset any elevated conditions to normal. This valuable information will give you the power to prevent future mold growth and keep your home healthy. If you need help, just contact us.
7. Lifetime follow up included
You, your doctor, or veterinarian can contact us any time in the future to discuss your case for no additional fee. Call us about anything, any time. We like talking about mold all day long 😃
The preliminary step in determining a possible mold and mildew issue is the visual assessment. Throughout this phase, we be looking for three elements: evidence of water leakage or intrusion, visual indicators of of mold and mildew development, as well as locations with a capacity for mold growth in the future. An assessment will include the interior area, attic, basement in addition to the crawl space or storage area. The outside of the home will be inspected for signs of water damage or or structural problems that might lead to moisture seepage into the home.
Surface sampling is included to determine mold and mildew varieties on a surface area.
This tactic is useful in figuring out if you have mold and mildew in locations where there is staining or other signs of mold-like conditions. If you have mold and mildew in locations where there is discoloration or other signs of mold-like conditions, this method is helpful in figuring out if the substance is mold. For this sampling approach a clear tape or swab sample is used to gather mold-like product. Product accumulated on the tape or swab will be evaluated with a fungi screen or culture by an independent laboratory.
Air sampling is one of the most reliable strategies for finding out if mold is present in a particular area. Our procedure uses an air sampling cassette. Air quality is analyzed by using a machine that draws air across a glass slide. This sample is then sent to an independent lab where the spores are organized by variety and counted. An outside control sample is required to develop a normal mold count in your location on the day the mold tests are taken.
The independent lab will send us the report of your mold screening samples, which we will then go over with you and provide you a copy. The details we provide to you from the mold testing will include information like the type of mold, how much mold and mildew is present, description of the mold and mildew characteristics and issues, comparison of mold and mildew quantities discovered compared with “routine” quantities of mold found in your location, etc. We do much more than notify you “you have mold and mildew.” We also produce a guide determining the reasons for the mold and ways to get rid of it through mold removal and mold removal methods.
You will be the one to choose exactly what to about the mold issue when we make you aware of the outcome of the mold testing. We will give you a written outline of steps you can take on your own to remove the mold, or recommend a mold remediation protocol if you decide to employ a mold remediation service. We can also perform post mold remediation testing to make sure your house has been properly cleaned by the mold remediation service.
Call now to discuss your individual situation:
Healthy Home Mold Inspection
2205 S Perryville Rd #154
Rockford IL 61108
(815) 957-4020
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