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WHAT IS MOLD?
Mold is a microscopic fungus. It can live and grow on animal and plant matter. Mold growth can also take place on objects that are not organic in nature. Molds reproduce through generation of mold spores. Spores commonly spread through water and air.
WHAT IS MOLD TESTING?
Generally speaking, mold testing is the act of collecting samples form a surface or air. The mold inspector tests the surface or air to identify what type of mold may exist. Another important aspect of testing is based around the determination if mold can grow in the areas that were tested. The three most common types of mold sampling are air, surface, and bulk testing.
HEALTH CONCERNS
Health Concerns are a common reason that may arouse interest in seeking mold testing. On occasion, a patient is having trouble identifying what is causing their health issue. Mold symptoms such as coughing, sneezing, and headaches can often be misdiagnosed as a virus or common cold.
THE MOST COMMON CONDITIONS CAUSED BY MOLD EXPOSURE IN SYRACUSE, NY
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Allergic Reactions and Severe Irritation
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Toxic Mold Poisoning due to Prolonged Exposure
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Infections
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Triggered Asthmatic Issues
MOLD TESTING LABORATORY IN SYRACUSE, NY-AIHA EMLAP ACCREDDITED
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Mold Air Sampling- Culturable Air Sample Procedure-Particle Impactors-Andersen N6 Impactor-SAS. Pulls measured volume of air over culture media in a Petri Dish.
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Mold Air Sampling – Mold Spore Traps-BioAire –Air-O-Cell-Micro5-Allergeneco. Rapid collection of airborne materials including mold. Sampling pump pulls air through tube. All materials store in the enclosed sampling cell/chamber for analysis.
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Surface Sampling – Direct examination of sample. Types of sampling include: tape, bulk, life, swab, and water testing. The method is used for visual mold growth in an area of contamination. All direct sampling procedures such as these require that the specimen t is collected to be sealed in an airtight bag or container.
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ERMI- Environmental Relative Moldiness Index. The EPA has developed a rankings system based on dust samples from areas within the United States. The ERMI system helps predict how much mold is within a home. Comprehensive sampling of dust within the home, office or building gives data that can be compared to national trends.
MOLD TESTING SYRACUSE, NY
Mold testing is SECG’s expertise and experience in the mold industry for over two decades. We have performed thousands of Mold Sampling events. Our detailed approach to mold sampling and mold testing creates a successful approach for the building owner and the design of a potential mold removal project. Our AIHA certified Mold Lab certifies all sampling is up to standard with local, state and federal regulations. Our certified Mold Inspectors take the time to understand your project and budget to help create a detailed Mold Remediation Plan that works for you, our client.
MOLD INSPECTION SYRACUSE, NY
SECG provides visual residential and commercial inspections in accordance with strict professional standards. Licensed inspectors are trained to identify suspect Mold that may be present in your home, building, or office. Inspections and Mold Assessments are performed covering commercial buildings, and residential properties. They provide a visual inspection, thorough assessments of the area in questions, and provide advice on handling any suspected Mold detected. If a mold assessment is performed, it serves as a protocol based precursor to Mold Remediation.
MOLD ASSESSMENT & MOLD REMOVAL WORK PLAN IN SYRACUSE, NY
Have you already had a mold inspection? Let our certified expert Mold Assessors create site specific plans that will sculpt your mold remediation work plan. Preparation of comprehensive plans provides the contractor with guidelines for remediation of mold that will comply with all Federal, State, and Local rules and regulations. SECG will ensure that the issues within your home are resolved with complete care and a commitment to excellence. Our industry experience in all aspects of mold service are unmatched within the Syracuse, NY area. Call us today!