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…
Hidden mold is never a pleasant discovery… we had the pleasure of performing a full mold assessment with removal protocol for this customer so they can get on the road to restoring their home to its original state! Enviro-Hazard Testing Inc is a woman owned, local company proudly servicing Mount Dora, The Villages, Clermont and…
We were grateful for the opportunity to provide this Central Florida customer with a full mold assessment and remediation protocol! If you have mold in your home, a proper remediation protocol from a licensed Mold Assessor is crucial to prevent the mold from spreading through the home during the removal process and ensure no microbial…
~~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…
Baseboards are often a culprit for harboring mold as they extend slightly below the drywall, which allows water to absorb into the baseboard first. Due to their thickness, mold be can be growing behind them without any visible signs from the front, which was the case for this customer. Enviro-Hazard Testing Inc is a woman…
Can you spot the mold??? Bathrooms are a notorious place for mold growth due to elevated humidity levels and it can be hidden in even the smallest nooks and crannies. Luckily, this customer spotted the mold, gave us a call, and we were able to perform a full mold assessment with proper remediation protocol before…
Take a look below at a recent spot a customer of ours uncovered during a home reno project! They contacted us for a full mold assessment and protocol . As savy DIY-ers, they were able to remediate the problem themselves after using the protocol we provided and save some cash. Call now at 813-924-4721 to…
Genus: AspergillusSpecies: fumigatus (pictured) Aspergillus is a very common fungi included on Mold Testing Reports because it is found in almost every indoor space and we breathe it in daily. However, Aspergillus becomes dangerous when its concentrations increase to high levels inside of the home. Immunocompromised individuals and those with lung diseases are particularly susceptible…
Another pesky bathroom culprit!! This section of wall was hidden by a closet door and easy to miss… Mold growth can be an indication of a plumbing issue, which was the case for this client who had a ‘pinhole’ leak in older pipes within the home. We were able to perform an IR scan to…
