No matter if you have a leaky roof or a humidity problem, we can test and report on the situation. After the mold has been removed completely, we can also perform clearance testing.
Mold inspections without testing are just a guess at your indoor air quality. Our professional mold inspection and testing service provides solid evidence that reveals what is happening, and if mold in your house or business is potentially dangerous.
These are signs that could indicate mold and warrant a formal mold assessment.
What are signs of mold sickness?Mildew refers to certain kinds of mold or fungus. The term mildew is often used generically to refer to mold growth, usually with a flat growth habit. Molds include all species of microscopic fungi that grow in the form of multicellular filaments, called hyphae.
If you go the DIY route while testing for black mold, you will need to purchase a mold testing kit from a hardware or home repair store, take samples of the air and affected areas yourself, and then send these in to a testing facility, which will report back as to which type of mold is present.
When testing the air for mold, the best option is typically an air pump that collects samples for evaluation in a laboratory. However, some mold test kits use collection film or petri dishes exposed to the air as a means of testing for mold.
To safely and effectively clean a small area of mold, ServiceMaster advises the following: Add full-strength white distilled vinegar to a spray bottle and spray it on the mold. Let it sit for at least an hour before wiping away mold.