**Fungi Friday Alert!** The feature for this week’s edition of Fungi Friday is Basidiospores. They’re commonly found in outdoor samples, and their presence in an indoor sample usually indicates a wood-rotting fungi growing indoors (like in damp basements, crawl spaces, or behind walls). Similar to Ascospores featured in our last Fungi Friday edition, Basidiospores are…
Seeing the unseen! A side-by-side look at the visible vs. infrared view of this area—revealing hidden heat patterns and energy differences. Contact us at 813-924-4721 to schedule your Indoor Air Quality with Particle ID or Mold Assessment. – – – Enviro-Hazard Testing Inc is a woman owned, local company proudly servicing Mount Dora, The Villages,…
Did you know April 1st was once considered the start of the New Year? That changed in the 1500s when the transition from the Julian to the Gregorian calendar moved New Year’s Day to January 1st. However, not everyone got the memo right away—those who continued celebrating on April 1st were called “April Fools,” a…
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Spring allergy season has arrived in full force! In addition to mold testing, we offer comprehensive indoor air quality assessments that detect 31 different types of airborne particles. From oak and grass to ragweed pollen, we can help identify the allergens in your home. Check out the full list below! Contact us at 813-924-4721 to…
Mold Exposure: A Hidden Trigger for Chronic Sinusitis If you suffer from chronic sinusitis, you may be surprised to learn that mold exposure could be a major culprit behind your persistent symptoms. While sinus infections are often attributed to viruses, bacteria, or allergies, mounting evidence suggests that molds and other bioaerosols play a critical role…
If you hire a Mold Inspection company (like us ) and lab results confirm that mold is present in your home, you might be wondering what the next steps are. The state of Florida requires remediation companies to follow a written Mold Protocol if more than 10 sq ft of mold is discovered. One of…
Mold vs. Mildew: What’s the Difference?? Short answer…. there isn’t one! Mildew is a term commonly used to refer to white/gray fuzzy growth on surfaces, but this growth is just a group of molds that have a similar, flat growth habit. When mildew is discovered in the home, it often tests positive for Aspergillus. Aspergillus…
~~FUNGI FRIDAY~~ Genus: Chaetomium Chaetomium is a genus of mold commonly found in plant debris, soil, and wood. If it makes its way inside, it can also be found on cellulose items, drywall, paper and both softwood and hardwood. Compared to others, Chaetomium is a fast growing mold that is also unique because it it…
When performing a mold assessment or indoor air quality test, we always set up a BioPump outdoors and take a sample of outdoor air. This may seem odd when the area of concern is indoors, but this actually a crucial step for a proper assessment. Most mold types are naturally found in the outdoor air…
