The Secret Life of Mold | Mold Inspection Radio Craig Cooper

We’re going outside the box in the final installment of our mold sampling series. You might think that mold inspections are the only thing we do just based on our name. And while they are a mainstay, we also provide a range of specialty sampling and testing services that investigate other environmental hazards that could potentially be impacting your property and your health. In this episode, Craig, Mike, and Brandon are going to dive into:

· Bacteria Sampling – typically used when there is a contaminated water loss, such as sewage

· Water Sampling that tests for common contamination in water systems

· Allergy testing that addresses indoor allergens

· Safe water plans

And more!

When it comes to mold testing and sampling, no test is the end-all, be-all. Each case we face is unique, and the testing and sampling should reflect that. As your mold consultants, our goal is to always give you the most accurate information to protect your home and health. While basic sampling provides us with vital data, sometimes we just need to dig deeper. qPCR sampling is a type of testing that results in an overall contamination rating for a space. It uses a unique type of sample collection to evaluate a space at a deep level looking for contamination from a specific set of molds. It can also provide insight into the history of a property to indicate if contamination may have been building up over several years

As your mold consultants, it is our job to find the most accurate and cost-effective solution for you. The more data points we have, the more defined recommendations we can give you. But where does that data come from? In addition to a physical inspection, it comes from sampling. Mold sampling can tell us precisely what is impacting a property and then lead us to the next steps of how to solve the issue. But how do you know which samples to use and when?

The age-old question: Is mold sampling necessary? Yes. Why? Mold sampling is a critical part of any environmental investigation because it confirms the type of mold present and the severity of the problem. It can help locate issues that may not be visible to the naked eye, and it also helps determine human exposure. Even if you can visibly see something that looks like mold, you don’t know with 100% certainty until that lab data is in hand. Sample results are critical for defining recommendations and next steps. They can save you money depending on the scope of remediation needed, and they are vital in helping treat health issues

While highly regulated, Asbestos was never completely banned in the United States. Many property owners will be surprised to know that no matter the age of a home or building, Asbestos is still a possibility. It’s not something to be handled without a professional. In a new live episode of the Secret Life of Mold, guest host Mike Marshall welcomes Asbestos experts Ben Blaiss and Philip Chime to the studio. Mike, Ben, and Philip dive into the world of Asbestos – what it is, why it’s a hazard, the impacts on human health, abatement, and critical differences in abating a commercial property versus a residential property. Listen in as we bust myths and lay out the facts that every property owner, building manager, and homeowner needs to know about Asbestos.

In this episode of The Secret Life of Mold Live, host Craig Cooper welcomes Eurofins EMLab P&K members, Dave Gallup and Dr. Michael Berg. They will provide recommendations on developing an environmental monitoring program to test for SARS-CoV-2 on public and workplace surfaces to validate and audit the cleaning efficacy of high touch point surfaces.

As businesses, facilities, and organizations begin to reopen; we face urgent health and safety concerns associated with COVID-19. Employees and consumers alike remain wary about contact with others and enclosed public spaces, which can lead to workforce shortages and operational progression issues.