Mold
MOLD Inspections and Testing
TESTING for MOLD
Testing for mold can give you peace of mind and allow you to make an informed decision regarding your home purchase. Front Gate offers three types of mold testing services to best meet our clients’ needs and budget. Our goal is to provide you with unbiased information to allow you to make smart decisions. To avoid any potential conflict of interest, Front Gate does not offer or perform any mold remediation services .
LIMITED MOLD SAMPLING
Our most requested service is a limited sampling. This service is appropriate when a potential mold growth is detected by sight or smell. The service includes taking one air sample outdoors to establish a baseline and a second air sample in the area where the mold is suspected. A swab or lift sample of the suspected mold will also be taken. The client or client’s representative must be present to point out the suspected mold. The conditions contributing to the mold growth in the suspect area will also be evaluated.
MOLD SCREENING
The second service we offer is mold screening. This service provides an assessment of the entire house, identification of any ‘red flag’ areas and limited sampling. The service includes lab analysis of the samples taken and a report on conditions noted which contribute to microbial growth. Up to four mold samples are included with this service, one air sample outdoors to establish a baseline and a second air sample indoors. Additional samples may include air, swab or lifts.
CLEARANCE TESTING
After mold remediation has been performed, clearance testing is recommended. This service includes an inspection within the containment area for signs of visible mold and typically requires up to four mold samples per containment area, three air samples and one swab or lift sample as needed. An air sample is taken in the containment area where the mold remediation was done; another air sample is taken immediately outside of the containment area and a third air sample is taken outside of the house as a control.
* Additional sampling is available at a per-sample cost. Basic services are limited in scope and do not include evaluation or testing of areas of the house not specifically contracted for and/or specifications or requirements to effectively remediate. Further testing and evaluation may be recommended.
CALL today to schedule your inspection or for additional information – 908-691-4987.
