Windows are another area that can allow water to enter the home unexpectedly. It is recommended to inspect the caulking surrounding windows once a year and replace it every 5-10 years based on its condition. Call now at 813-924-4721 to schedule your Mold Assessment! Or visit us at: http://envirohazardtesting.com/ Enviro-Hazard Testing Inc is a woman…
Mold isn’t the only thing we are able to test for in the home! We also offer Air Quality Assessments for allergens. Take a look below for info info about what we test for. Call now at 813-924-4721 to schedule your Mold Assessment! Or visit us at: http://envirohazardtesting.com/ Enviro-Hazard Testing Inc is a woman owned,…
One of the most commonly used material to construct vanities is particle board. The benefits to using this material is its relatively lightweight and inexpensive. However, particle board can also suck up moisture like a sponge if a leak causes pooling water. Once particle board becomes saturated with water, it holds onto the moisture and…
The main reason is mycotoxins… While some types of mold growing in the home cause minimal issues or allergy irritation, other types are capable of producing a much more dangerous product. These more dangerous species naturally produce mycotoxins as they grow. These compounds are toxic to humans and animals and can be absorbed through the…
Our favorite infrared comparison of the week! Worried about hidden moisture in your home?? Give us a call at 813-924-4721. We perform a full inspection with infrared scanning and moisture meter detecting during every mold inspection. Visit us at: http://envirohazardtesting.com/ for more info. Enviro-Hazard Testing Inc is a woman owned, local company proudly servicing Mount…
Don’t let ceiling stains from roof leaks go untouched or they can turn into the perfect habitat for mold growth! If you have old water stains, give us a call at 813-924-4721 to perform mold testing and make sure the air in your home is fungi free. Visit us at: http://envirohazardtesting.com/ for more info. –…
Have you ever noticed marks similar to these running down the walls in your bathroom and wondered what caused them?? The answer is excess moisture! If your bathroom is not properly ventilated while showering or bathing, the extra water released into the air has no where to go and can settle and condensate on the…
Genus: ScopulariopsisScopulariopsis is found in soil, air, plant debris, paper and damp indoor environments worldwide and has even been found in animal feathers. Several species of this mold are unique as they are non-pigmented, meaning the mature growth is white.Up to 10% of skin and nail fungal infections are caused by Scopulariopsis brevicaulis and it…
The most important part of identifying what type of mold is present in a sample is to identify how it impacts our health. Typically, mold is characterized by its allergy type. Type I and Type III are the allergy types associated with the mold tested for in air samples. Type I hypersensitivity (allergic) reactions are…
Comparing IR scans to photos of suspect areas is our version of satisfying before and after shots… PLUS they help limit any destructive testing to determine if an area is damp or not. If you have a reoccurring damp or musty smell in your home, give us a call today at 813-924-4721 for a mold…
