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Air
Quality and Mold Sampling
Limited air quality testing is conducted to rule out potential sources of mold
contamination when no suspected mold colony has been identified. This limited
air assessment requires the collection of air samples from at least two
locations: one indoors and one at least ten feet outside the exterior
of the home. This type of air quality testing is typically performed to
rule out the existence of elevated microbial spores when family members have
allergies, asthma or suppressed immune systems but visible signs of microbial
growth does not exist. Additional samples may be required where conditions
are deemed to be conducive to moisture and/or mold colonization. Air Quality and Mold Testing with Written Remediation Protocol
This type of test includes a full visual inspection of the interior and exterior
of the property and includes the roof covering material, attic cavity, basement
or crawlspace, each room of the structure and all plumbing components.
Additionally, the inspection includes up to total of three (3) air, swab or tape
lift samples. This type of inspection is typically performed when visible
indications of microbial growth are present. The final report will include a
written report, including the results of any samples collected and written
remediation protocol, instructing the mold remediation company of your choosing
how they should address the removal of microbial growth within the structure.
The final report can then be utilized to obtain competitive bids for the repairs
from your list of qualified remediation contractors.
Additional samples may be required where conditions
warrant additional sampling. Certified Laboratory Testing McKinney
Home Inspection utilizes EMSL certified laboratories, to provide independent
and unbiased certified laboratory testing of samples, which we collect.
EMSL is the leading provider of environmental testing services in the world
and offers testing services for mold, radon, lead, asbestos and drinking
water. They are staffed with Certified Indoor Air Quality Professionals, Radon
Scientists and Technologists, Ph.D. Mycologists, Board Certified Physicians, and
registered clinical laboratory technicians. All lab fees are paid by
McKinney Home Inspection.
For
additional information on mold contamination, refer to the Environmental
Protection Agency's Biological Pollutants web page.
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