The largest and most reputable company in the US that specializes in mold inspection and testing is Hurricane LLC. It’s crucial to hire someone who is not involved in the remediation process to inspect your home or place of business for any potential indoor mold growth. In-depth mold testing without bias is exactly what Hurricane LLC provides.
It’s normal to be unsure of what to do or where to begin unless you’ve dealt with similar problems in the past. Even if you can see mold, you might be wondering why you need a mold inspection and testing. Similar queries have been addressed throughout this website. After your visit, hopefully, you’ll have a better idea of how everything operates. Simply give us a call if you’d prefer to speak with a customer service representative to ask a question that is relevant to your situation.
Keep Your Home and Business Healthy with Mold Testing
It’s a common misconception that mold only affects unclean structures; neat and orderly residences and establishments are unaffected. In actuality, mold can exist anywhere, in any kind of residence, place of business, or structure. The residents are frequently ignorant of their mold problem and are suffering grave health consequences. Mold tests are important for this reason.
Mold Can Lead to Disease
Asthma attacks and other respiratory problems can be brought on by the bacteria that mold spreads. As bacteria can easily move through general air currents and HVAC systems and quickly cross-contaminate the premises, a mold problem in one room can turn into a problem for the entire building. Our qualified mold inspectors can assist you in determining what is causing the mold growth in your home or place of business through expert mold testing.
Mold sickness can result in a variety of symptoms, including sneezing, runny or stuffy nose, itchy or watery eyes, nose, throat, cough, postnasal drip, wheezing, rashes, and more. Call us right away to arrange a consultation if you suspect you’ve been exposed to mold at home or work.
When is a Mold Inspection and Testing Required?
- If you notice mold or can smell must.
- Once a flood, leak, or sewage backup has occurred.
- If people or animals display allergy-like symptoms.
- If an attic, basement, or other location is damp.
- Before buying or selling any house or property, particularly if suspect mold was discovered during a home inspection.
We assist those in all of the aforementioned circumstances in determining whether they are experiencing a problem as well as its location. The majority of restoration businesses don’t want you to know that not all mold is harmful. The fact of the matter is that mold is present in every indoor environment at acceptable levels. Any inspection carried out without testing is merely a hunch regarding your indoor air quality. Our service is so valuable because the surface and air samples we collect provide verifiable proof of what is happening in your home or place of business.
Any reputable mold inspection and testing company that suggests a residence or establishment requires professional assistance such as Hurricane LLC, being brought in to conduct an inspection and mold testing. Customers still gain from working with us even when a problem is already known to exist. Our sample collection gives you an accurate picture of what is happening and identifies EXACTLY what needs to be improved. The extent of a problem’s spread will determine how large a work area needs to be. You can be sure that you will save on the cost of restoration if we can keep the work area controlled.
Hurricane LLC is ready to help!
When elevated conditions do not exist and no further action is necessary, we have no problem informing our clients of this. We do, however, provide a thorough report with a step-by-step removal protocol when a problem is found. Investing in an inspection upfront will likely result in long-term financial savings for you. Either you can rest easy knowing there is no issue after our tests, or a mold is non-toxic. Or, you can save money by using our detailed protocol to ensure that only the necessary work is done and the job is done correctly the first time before investing in the recovery process.
The experts at Hurricane LLC are available to help you find answers to your questions for a variety of reasons, regardless of what brought you here. It is crucial to take quick action and have the issue fixed if you suspect that your residence or place of business may have this kind of issue. Not because you are at imminent risk, but rather because it is simpler to solve these kinds of issues if you find them early on. Spend some time browsing our website to find the answers to your questions. Call us at (404) 512-2726 to speak with a customer service agent.
Professional Mold Air Quality Testing
Modern mold testing tools, such as an air pump are used by Hurricane LLC mold specialists to test the air in your home and prevent mold exposure. Once the air sample has been collected, we send it right away to a reputable analytical lab for professional results. Hurricane LLC’s mold specialists can also manually disinfect the area and send it to our lab partners for additional testing if any mold presence becomes apparent during the sampling process or is brought to their attention by a property owner.
You won’t just get a long report crammed full of numbers and information from our mold inspectors. Without being financially entangled in the need for environmental cleanup, Hurricane LLC’s mold inspectors will help you understand the findings and offer their straightforward opinions.
An extensive examination should constitute:
- Analyzing the property’s recent history and any known mold or moisture problems
- Visual examination of all areas
- If floor plans of the affected areas are required for a remediation protocol
- Information about the environment, such as the temperature, humidity, and carbon dioxide levels
- Evaluation of the ventilation in the suspicious areas
- A quick evaluation of the filtration, heating, and cooling systems
- Direct humidity testing of doubtful building materials should be done around plumbing fixtures, windows, doors, and other potential entry points for water.
- Using infrared technology, all surfaces within the scope of the inspection are inspected to find temperature differences that may indicate water damage or inadequate insulation.
- Digital images of any imperfections
Inspection Reports Consist Of:
- Determining where the moisture comes from.
- Materials on the affected list.
- Whenever necessary, pictures and floor plans.
- Any lab sample results and their interpretation.
- Norms and practices for effective remediation and restoration.
- Contact the remediation or restoration contractor for additional phone or email consultation (additional fees may apply for on-site consultation).
- Inspection for clearance and final assessment (additional fees may apply).
How to Get Rid of Mold
If you do choose to start the mold removal process right away, we strongly advise that you hire an inspector independently of the maintenance company you selected to carry out the post-remediation clearance testing. When a professional is hired to clean a space, they always use compression because the work they do releases a lot of mold spores into the air. They also operate air scrubbers to remove these spores and restore the environment to normal. An isolation area is sampled for air during a clearance test to ensure that the air has returned to normal. This should be completed ahead of time so that the company hired can complete additional work as needed.
Any customer complaints are taken seriously at Hurricane LLC. We don’t have a problem firing an inspector if we believe the issue is serious enough or complaints keep coming in with the hope of replacing them with someone better. This guarantees that every one of our clients receives the best value for their money and a capable, diligent inspector to assess their property.
Call us at (404) 512-2726 if you have any additional questions, would like to ask a specific question about your house or company, or would like to set up an appointment. We will be happy to help you.
Frequently Asked Questions
Mold Inspection & Testing
Molds consume the material that they are growing on because they aid in the decomposition of plants and cellulose-based materials (walls, and floors). They use the substance to complete a metabolic process, and the waste is produced as a result. Mycotoxins are another name for this waste. If exposed long enough, these toxins may be harmful. Molds themselves can also be a problem. Many genres fall under the category of allergens. They may result in eye/skin irritation, nosebleeds, headaches, and asthma. In cases of extreme exposure, some species can also cause infection. People with weakened or compromised immune systems should also receive special consideration. Children, the elderly, and those with immune disorders like HIV are a few examples. These individuals are more vulnerable to the negative effects of mold exposure.
It may be necessary to conduct a mold inspection and test because some molds are concealable. There is a certain amount of mold in every house. To ascertain how much and what kind of mold is present, mold testing will be required. Testing for mold could reveal whether there is a hidden mold issue within the walls. As of right now, there are no standards or recommendations for fungal sample results. There are neither typical nor acceptable levels. If indoor mold tests reveal levels of mold that are
- higher than outdoor mold levels
- present indoors but not outdoors
- the indoor mold is pathogenic
Mold gets inside your house as tiny spores. To start developing, breaking down, and destroying, the spores require moisture. Molds can develop on virtually any material, including paint, wallpaper, carpet, wood, ceiling tiles, sheetrock, and insulation. Your home’s furnishings, including your clothes, could be harmed by mold. Mold grows most effectively in situations with a leaky roof, high humidity, or flooding. Although it is impossible to completely eradicate all molds and mold spores from your home, the best way to stop or stop mold growth is to reduce moisture levels because mold spores cannot grow in the absence of moisture. If mold is already growing in your home, it’s critical to remove the mold and address the dampness issue. If you remove the mold but don’t address the issue, it will probably come back.
Molds emit spores into the air when they are disturbed. Breathing in air that contains these mold spores can expose you. Additionally, eating moldy food, touching moldy objects or unintentional hand-to-mouth contact can expose you.
A mold inspection is crucial if you have a musty odor but no visible mold. If a leak or flood occurred in your home, and the area wasn’t properly dried out, mold may now be growing behind a wall. There will be some mold spores present even in a tidy, dry home, but not enough to pose a health risk. Mold may be concealed behind wallpaper, in the walls or ceiling, or beneath the carpet if you can smell it. Be extremely cautious when examining if you think you may have hidden mold and take precautions to avoid exposure.
