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WHY INSPECT FOR MOLD?
Mold has the potential to damage property and create adverse
health effects. The primary purpose of a mold inspection is
to:
a) Identify the type and quantity
of molds present and determine the
potential
impact on property and health.
b) Locate the sources of mold
and help facilitate a responsible and
effective
plan to remove it.
INSPECTION VS. TESTING
Most mold inspections consist of two facets; a MOLD
INSPECTION ( the physical inspection) and MOLD TESTING (the
actual extraction of samples for laboratory analysis). Both
facets are explained as follows:
MOLD INSPECTION:
A mold inspection consists of two parts;
- A visual inspection of the exterior and interior of the property for evidence of surface mold contamination.
- Electronic moisture detection to locate potential hidden mold problems and conditions.
MOLD TESTING:
Mold testing involves collecting mold samples from the air and/or contaminated surfaces.
- SURFACE SAMPLES: Surface samples are typically taken by placing clear tape directly onto a contaminated area, lifting mold from that surface and sending it to a qualified lab for analysis. Surface samples identify specific genus (types) of molds on a surface but do not quantify spore counts.
- AIR SAMPLING: Air testing requires a minimum of two samples; one indoors and one outdoors.
The outdoor air sample serves as the baseline for determining whether or not the indoor air is problematic. Reports showing less mold indoors than outdoors are favorable. Reports showing more mold indoors than outdoors are unfavorable.
All AMI inspections are accompanied by Detailed written reports in
plain English
(easy-to-understand layman terminology). For more details on air samples, call us at (760) 757-3606.
- All testing includs lab analysis and reports.
- Air samples require a minimum of 2
samples.
- Standard lab turn-around is 4
business days.
- Rush services available.
ADDITIONAL AMI SERVICES:
INNER WALL CAVITY:
(invasive)
AMI uses state-of-the-art fiber optic technology to
inspect inside walls and under cabinet floors. In most
cases, only a hole about the size of a quarter needs to be
drilled to see up to 3 feet. When that method is not
possible, it may be necessary to cut out small sections of
wall to properly inspect the inner wall or floor. After
inspection, the cut out section is set back in place and the
seam is taped. Spackling is the property owner's
responsibility.
PAYMENT:
Inspections must be paid for prior to or at the time the inspection takes place. AMI does not bill escrow accounts. Payments of cash, personal check, company check, certified check or money order are accepted on the day of the inspection. Credit cards are not accepted on the job-site, however, you can use a credit card to pre-pay for an inspection using the PayPal Credit Card Payment Service.
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