How Do We Test For Mold? | Bergen County NJ Mold Inspections & IAQ Testing

When you suspect that mold may be present in your home, whether you have seen it or not, it is important to have your home tested for mold.  Mold in homes is a big deal, the question is how does one test for mold?  An experienced mold testing services in Mahwah or Bergen County NJ can help ensure accuracy in locating the presence of mold. Our certified mold inspections will utilize at least one, if not all, types of testing.

How do certified mold inspectors test for mold?

• Air testing involves the examination of samples from the air in your home, examining under a microscope to see whether or not mold spores are present.  The mold spores in the air are invisible and this type of testing can reveal mold that is not visible otherwise.

• Surface testing involves taking samples from a variety of surfaces throughout a home.  These samples are collected primarily by swabbing and tape lifting. The samples are then examined in a laboratory.

• Bulk testing is done by collecting larger samples from a home, including portions of drywall, carpet, wood trim, or wallpaper.  These samples will be taken to a laboratory where the mold particles can be thoroughly examined under a microscope. This kind of testing can determine the amount of concentration of mold particles in your home.

• Culture testing takes mold found in your home and places it in a culture dish in a lab where it can grow.  This allows you to find out the species of mold as well as whether the mold in your home is alive or not.  While dead mold will not spread it has the capability of causing allergies and/or health issues.

Mold testing in Bergen County NJ enables a homeowner to determine whether mold is present in the home as well as what type of mold exists.  Mold has a way of hiding and testing can reveal where mold exists as well as its concentration.  Often one type of testing is initiated and leads to further testing to reveal the details.  A thorough testing for mold in your home is important before locating mold and again after remediation to ensure that mold is eradicated from your home.  If you suspect mold is present in your home it is important for your health to enlist the services of a mold testing service.

When to inspect for mold?

You should reach out for a mold inspection at the first sight of mold or musty odor, and after any water damage.

Does mold affect your health?

Yes, exposure to mold can cause serious health issues for some people.

How accurate is mold testing?

When utilizing the most modern strategies, mold testing provides extremely reliable results.