A Mold Inspector for Your Property?

A mold inspection doesn’t always lead to mold removal or remediation. We often find ourselves in a position of simply being able to walk a home or business owner through proper mold cleanup methods and products themselves.

It’s important to remember that repairing the source of the moisture must be done prior to remediation. Failure to do so will only result in mold reforming as well as additional damage.

Using the latest in technology, our team members here at iDry Columbus, have the ability to utilize non-invasive moisture meters, thermal imaging equipment and ATP meters to ensure we identify problem areas that we can see and any hidden areas such as behind drywall, cabinetry and in flooring.

ATP sampling, an exclusive in our process of mold inspection. Swab samples can be taken from any surface to establish the cleanliness of an area down to a micron level. We know that you support your family in your home and your employees in your business and their health is that important. Health Departments around the country use the same technology during safety inspections of food preparation and hospitality.

Is Mold Dangerous?

Health concerns surrounding the effects of indoor moisture and mold related issues have long been studied throughout the medical and scientific communities with no direct connection without flaw. This is due alone to the fact that every person and subject has a different genetic makeup, may reside in different locations and be exposed to more than one specific contaminate or fungus.

Pro-tip: Mold inspection companies cannot determine the effects of mold on the health of you or your loved ones.

These facts make a direct diagnosis difficult if not impossible to ascertain. In cases of reported SBS, Sick Building Syndrome; even more factors have been identified as potential cause. Factors such as human pathogens, biologicals, microbials and even chemicals can make pinpointing an actual cause and establishing that relationship with a specific mold quite difficult. It’s been reported that psychosocial issues may be playing a role in building related complaints as well.

That’s not to say that that allergies and reactions of mold do not exist. Reactions most generally consist of upper respiratory complaints, eye irritations, sinus congestion and headaches and asthma and affect each person differently.

Pro-tip: “Black Mold” does not exist. It’s a term sensationalized by the media, often in reference to the Stachybotrys species.

If you suspect mold in your home or business, take caution and leave the area until you are comfortable in returning. Do not attempt to clean or remove any mold or mold damaged building material without first contacting a professional mold remediation company such as ours.