Mold Testing Services
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Our mold testing services provide a thorough assessment of your environment, identifying and analyzing mold issues. Our certified professionals deliver accurate results, empowering you to create a healthier living or working space.
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Professional Mold Testing Services In Cleveland, OH
Erie Environmental stands as a specialized company committed to addressing a myriad of mold issues effectively. Our comprehensive approach involves collaborating with third-party mold inspectors for thorough initial testing. Following the completion of our meticulous mold removal process, we bring back the same inspectors for a final test to guarantee the complete eradication of mold. You can place your trust in our expertise for dependable and thorough mold remediation services that prioritize the safety and well-being of your environment.
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Why To Test For Mold
If you suspect mold in your home without visible signs, consider hiring a professional mold testing company such as Erie Environmental. Mold might be present in concealed areas, affecting indoor air quality. Unexplained allergy symptoms like itchy eyes, runny nose, or headaches may indicate hidden mold growth.
Give Erie Environmental a call if you think you may have mold growth on your property. We are available year-round to provide quick and professional mold testing services.
3 Types Of Mold Tests
Air Test
When using an air test, the test will pick up the mold spores in the air, then the sample will be examined in a lab with microscopes. Air testing for mold will identify the presence of hidden mold in the home, however, this test cannot specify exactly where the hidden mold is located.
Surface Test
Utilizing a surface test involves the mold tester collecting samples with swabs and tape lifting from various home surfaces. These samples are then inspected for mold in the lab, with results varying based on the surface’s location and proximity to the actual mold.
Bulk Test
Performing a bulk mold test involves the tester collecting various objects from the home and analyzing them in the lab. Using a microscope, traces of mold are identified, making bulk tests effective in determining the concentration of mold in your home or business property.
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Is Mold Testing Necessary
Many homeowners wonder, “Is mold testing necessary?” If mold is visible, testing is unnecessary; it should be promptly removed following industry protocols. However, when mold isn’t visibly apparent, a mold test becomes essential for identifying its presence.
A lot of home and business owners believe mold testing should be performed to determine what type of mold is growing inside the property. However, this information is not relevant to the mold removal process. If the mold is visible, our team’s top priority is to remove the mold while following industry removal standards and keep you and your loved ones free of harm. Knowing the mold type does not change the methods used for mold removal because all mold is considered toxic to your health regardless of the type or color.
The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) states, “In most cases, if visible mold growth is present, sampling is unnecessary. Since no EPA or other federal limits have been set for mold or mold spores, sampling cannot be used to check a building’s compliance with federal mold standards. Surface sampling may be useful to determine if an area has been adequately cleaned or remediated.” To read more from the EPA click, HERE.
If the mold is not easily visible, but there is a lingering musty and mold odor, we suggest testing for mold. We also suggest testing for mold if your property has recently experienced water damages, such as leaking pipes, sewage backups, flooding, or other water losses. Mold can grow as quickly as 24-48 hours when provided the proper environment, so if you have recently discovered lingering water damage, there is likely mold lingering around the affected area.
If you or your loved ones are experiencing unexplained systems such as itchy eyes and skin, congestion, asthma attacks, or breathing problems, we suggest testing for mold. Mold exposure can be especially harmful to people with developing or depleted immune systems, like children or elderly people.
If you are planning on purchasing a new home, it is always a good idea to test for mold prior to completing the transaction. Also, if you are planning on selling your home, you may consider testing for mold to ensure the home is ready for a new owner.
Professional Testing & DIY At-Home Tests
Several do-it-yourself mold tests are available, but we strongly discourage their use. DIY test results are often inaccurate due to sampling errors, and homeowners may misinterpret them without prior mold knowledge. Professional mold testers possess skills, including visible testing, that DIY tests lack. When engaging a professional mold testing company, an initial inspection is conducted. If visible mold is found, additional tests may be unnecessary.
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