Mold Testing

Mold Testing Services

Mold Testing Specialists

A crucial part of our mold inspection process is mold testing. Through the collection of a strategic combination of air and surfaces samples, we can determine if there is an elevated mold presence, determine the species present, and determine the spore counts present. Through testing, we are able to gather valuable information to determine the full extent of any indoor mold growth. With the information, we can draw accurate conclusions and develop proper remediation protocol reports. The inspectors at DryMax Mold are experly trained and properly certified to provide mold testing services throughout the Louisiana area. 

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What Is Mold Testing? Why Is It Useful?

Mold Testing is essentially the collection of air samples or surface samples or laboratory analysis. Mold tests can reveal valuable information regarding the fungal conditions of an indoor environment. Air or surface sampling can not only confirm moldy conditions, but it can help the inspector understand exactly how moldy and provide an adequate recommendation to thoroughly address the issue. 

Mold can be deceptive, and there is often more than meets the eye. Spores often develop and spread without notice and can be difficult to detect in hidden areas, hard to reach areas, or unused spaces. By collecting test samples from your home or business, you can potentially uncover hidden mold growth that could easily be overlooked otherwise. If left unaddressed, hidden fungal growth can spread and lead to a major contamination.
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Benefits of Professional Mold Testing

Air testing and surface testing are useful tools in the inspection process. Do you think you should get your home or business tested for fungal activity? Here are some scenarios where testing will be useful:
  • Unexplained musty odors with no visible concerns - When you can’t see any signs of an issue, but you can smell it. A test will help to determine if there is an elevated indoor spore count and your inspector will conduct a full mold inspection to track down the source. 
  • Known history of moisture problems - If you have experienced a history of leaks, floods, humidity, or other moisture issues in your residential or commercial property, there could be mold developing behind your walls or under building materials. Sampling can provide valuable information regarding the fungal ecology of a space that has been affected by moisture buildup. 
  • Post-Remediation Verification - Following a remediation, it is good practice to have the space post-tested to ensure that the previous fungal issues have been effectively removed and spore counts have returned to normal.
  • Potential Health Concerns - Indoor fungal growth can mean potential health implications that range from very minor to severe. Mold affects every individual very differently. If you suspect mold could be at the root of your health issues, it might be a good idea to have your property tested.
  • 3rd-Party Requirement - If you are faced with a situation where another party is disputing your mold problems, sampling will provide scientific proof of whether or no mold is an issue. Sampling is often helpful in situations like real estate transactions, tenant/landlord disputes or work-place concerns.
  • General Concern - An inspection with the collection of air or surface samples can also just be a precautionary step. There might not be any major signs of mold, but you just want to get the property checked for a peace of mind. 
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Testing for mold should be conducted by professionally trained inspectors who have specific experience in sampling methods, sampling protocols and interpretation of the lab results. To learn more about having a residential property or a commercial property tested for mold, call to speak with a trained and certified mold inspector.
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Hiring a Certified Mold Inspector for Mold Testing

While a test is very informative, it is merely one part element of a comprehensive inspection. 

While a test is very informative, it is merely one part element of a comprehensive inspection. When it comes to understanding potential fungal growth, it is important to gather as much information as possible about the overall environment -- the extent of the contaminated environment, how the environment caused the fungal growth, and how the environment is continuing to support the fungal growth. A mold test is a single snapshot of the indoor fungal ecology in one particular moment. That is why context is so important– and that is what a full inspection provides. Mold testing means very little without the support of a full inspection. 

Before collecting air samples and surface samples, a DryMax mold inspector will conduct a full visual assessment, moisture mapping and an infrared moisture inspection to understand the environment and conditions in the environment that could be encouraging and sustaining continuous mold growth. Our inspector will use this information to develop an adequate sampling plan.

For decades, DryMax’s trained and certified inspectors have been a trusted source for mold testing. Our inspectors provide thorough inspections with detailed and honest reporting.

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Testing for mold should be conducted by professionally trained inspectors who have specific experience in sampling methods, sampling protocols and interpretation of the lab results. The experienced and certified mold inspectors at DryMax are specially trained to develop strategic sampling plans, properly collect air and surface samples, and clearly decipher lab results to clients in a detailed and honest manner.  
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