Black Mold Testing ........When to Test, Where, Evaluating Results
WEBThe U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) recommends testing for mold after having black mold removed from your home in order to make certain the job was done thoroughly and all traces of mold have been removed. If small amounts of mold are left behind, it probably will grow and spread and you’ll soon have a large scale mold problem to ...
Black Mold Detection .........Finding Mold, Types of Testing
WEBBlack Mold Detection Methods. There are several ways you can detect black mold in your home. Some are more effective than others, as we’ll explain. Perform a Visual Inspection. You can inspect your home for black mold simply by looking for it. That isn't as simple as you might think, though. That's because if you're going to inspect your home ...
Symptoms of Black Mold Exposure, Diagnosis, Treatment
WEBThe mold itself is not really toxic, but it produces harmful chemical substances called mycotoxins. The mycotoxins produced by black mold are what make many people ill. Follow this link to see more pictures of black mold. Symptoms of Black Mold Exposure. The symptoms of exposure to black mold vary from person to …
Mold Testing Equipment .......Types, Uses, Accuracy
WEBAir Samplers and Surface Sampling. Professional mold testers may do surface sampling, testing various surfaces in the home for mold, but they also use air samplers to test for mold in the air. There are several types of air sampling devices, but typically a calibrated air pump is used to force any mold spores present in the air onto a prepared ...
Black Mold Smell ........Finding Mold, Health Concerns, Removal
WEBThe only way to really get rid of the black mold smell is to get rid of the mold. People often try to eliminate or cover up the unpleasant musty odor with air fresheners, incense, scented candles or air sprays like Febreeze. These are temporary fixes at best, however, and all the health risks associated with black mold remain even if you can ...
House Mold Testing: Do it Yourself or Hire a Professional?
WEBIf you need to test your home for mold, you probably do need to hire a professional to do it. You can purchase do-it-yourself mold test kits and some of them are quite inexpensive. They aren’t always accurate, however, and some only test for a few of the most common types of mold. There are more than 300 different types of mold sometimes ...
Sample Letter To Landlord For Mold Repair
WEBAug 1, 2016 · Lyle Landlord. 207 His Street. His Town, OH 44906. Dear Mr. Landlord: As you know, I phoned you on July 30, 2016, to let you know I’ve discovered mold growing beneath my kitchen sink. Then I contacted you by mail in a letter dated August 1, 2016, asking you to let me know when you would be addressing the mold problem.
Cleaning Black Mold .......Steps, Products To Use, Precautions
WEBMethods of Cleaning Black Mold. In some cases, the removal of black mold is as simple as scrubbing it off a surface with an antimicrobial cleanser and a scrub brush. That works well with nonporous materials like glass, metal, porcelain and tile. It won’t work with porous surfaces, though, like drywall, carpet, mattresses or sofa cushions.
When is Encapsulating Mold Appropriate?
WEBEncapsulation is appropriate only when mold cannot be fully removed from a surface and the moldy material cannot be removed and replaced. It is typically done on wooden surfaces, such as the wooden studs within walls (see picture below). Moldy drywall can be removed and replaced fairly easily, but not so with the studs.
Black Mold Inspection ...........How to Conduct a Thorough Inspection
WEBTo perform a thorough black mold inspection of your home, you need to look everywhere. And by everywhere, well, we mean everywhere. Places to look include: Under sinks. Behind toilets. Under, behind and around appliances that use water, like washing machines, dish washers and hot water heaters. In attics.