Attic Mold – Common Causes and Cures

Attic – ventilation and air movement Attic mold Mold in attic areas can be challenging at times in regards to determining the exact cause and source of mold growth. However, there are some common conditions that we routinely find during our Mold ...

The Basics of Mold Remediation – Part I of III – Containment of the Affected Area

Mold Remediation Containment Mold remediation HEPA Filtered Negative Air Machine One of the main intents of an initial mold inspection is to identify whether or not you have a mold problem. This can obviously lead to one of two outcomes: 1) You do not ...

I Think I Have a Mold Problem — Where Do I Start? What Do I Do?

It’s not everyday that people have to deal with a potential mold problem.  For most people, the thought of a mold problem in the home or workplace is scary and confusing.  There is so much information on the Internet, much of it is conflicting ...

5 Critical Questions You Should Ask Before Hiring a Mold Inspector

Choosing a mold consulting company can be a difficult process; especially when you have health concerns regarding your indoor environment.  You may be thinking to yourself…can I trust this company?  Will they follow through with what they promise o...

The Importance of an Outside Control Sample

Part of a proper mold investigation, is collecting ambient air samples in relation to suspect conditions within a home. This helps us determine if there are “suspect” or “elevated” airborne mold spore types and/or concentrations. This not only ...

The Best and Most Trusted Mold Inspection and Testing Related Certifications

The ACAC offers the best, accredited certification programs available for mold inspectors. Many mold inspectors simply have a “training certificate”. There is a difference between “training certificates” and accredited certifica...

Invasive Exploration for Mold

The majority of our mold and moisture investigations are considered “non-invasive”.  This means that our inspectors do not cut open walls and ceilings, we don’t remove bathroom or kitchen fixtures, nor do we lift carpeting or floori...