Mold Testing & Inspections

This test captures mold spores in a mold trap. Whether alive (viable) or dead (non-viable), the captured spores are analyzed. The genera (types) of the captured mold spores are identified and recorded. The spore count per cubic metre is calculated, giving an indication as to the scale of the growth and risk to health.

This test also captures mold spores in a mold trap. Captured spores are then cultured on a growth medium (i.e Petri dish). Any living (viable) spores reproduce and grow and the species are identified and recorded.

A sample of air is collected and a vast array of airborne contaminants are collected. They are then analysed and any by-products of any indoor mold growth (mVOCs) and other indoor pollutants (VOCs) commonly found indoors as a result of building materials and a wide range of household and lifestyle products are recorded. This indicates overall indoor air quality.

This test uses a dust sample collected from the property. The dust is analysed using a DNA-based method called MSQPCR. All mold DNA, viable and non-viable, is identified and recorded and the ratio of water-damage mold species and common indoor mold species is calculated to provide an indication of unhealthy mold conditions.

A swab test involves using a sterile swab to collect samples from surfaces suspected of mold growth. The swab aims to capture visible mold or settled spores. The sample is sent to a lab for analysis, where the type and concentration of mold are identified. Swab testing is effective for pinpointing mold species on surfaces and assessing contamination levels, helping to guide remediation efforts.

This test collects settled dust from various areas of the home. The dust is analyzed in a laboratory using DNA-based technology to identify 36 mold species. The results provide an Environmental Relative Moldiness Index (ERMI) score, which compares the mold levels in the home to a national database. This score helps assess the extent of mold contamination and potential health risks, offering a standardized measure of indoor moldiness.