OVERVIEW

The subject of indoor mold contamination is a complex one. Different people are sensitive to different types of mold at various levels. What seems to be allowable to one person may mean suffering to another.

We attempt to offer common sense solutions to mold issues. We have no vested interest in whether a home contains mold or not. We do not re-mediate or offer repairs or cleaning of any condition we find. Our goal is only to offer unbiased information about the conditions which exist.

Depending upon the existing conditions that exist with a potentially problem building, Tailor can talor a specific series of inspections and tests which will offer a clear picture of the mold issue in the building.

We may perform direct sampling of suspect mold growth, do in-wall visual inspections or in framing sampling, direct surface sampling or targeted air sampling. Our objective is to gain enough pertinent information about the condition to formulate a course of action.

ABOUT SAMPLING

The question usually arises, " where should you sample and how many samples should be taken, if any?". The answer is, it depends.

WHEN ACTIVE WATER INTRUSION IS PRESENT

We usually consider the condition to be presumptive of the likelihood for mold presence and will stop our investigation there until the source of leaking is corrected. That does not mean that mold is actually present, only that the conditions are right for molds to grow. In some special circumstances we may perform limited testing to determine the species of mold suspected.

WHEN SUSPECT GROWTH IS PRESENT

More than likely we will recommend a sample of the suspect growth to determine that it is mold and what species exist. This information is usually part of the plan for correcting and cleaning the contaminated area or material.

WHEN MOLD PRESENCE IS SUSPECTED BY NOT VISUALLY FOUND

This us usually prompted by someone experiencing mold like odors but the source has not been found. We will usually perform a general air sample to determine the species of mold suspected. That can help us determine where we should look for the offensive odor.

WHEN YOU WANT PEACE OF MIND OR WISH TO LIMIT POSSIBLE LIABILITY

We can provide air clearance testing to document the air quality regarding molds.

You can learn more about mold, it's health effects and recommended repair strategies by clicking on the "MOLD INFORMATION" link on the left side menu.

Simply give us a call if you have any questions or would like to schedule a mold inspection.

- VISUAL INSPECTIONS
- DIRECT MATERIAL SAMPLING
- INTER WALL / FLOOR / CEILING INSPECTIONS AND SAMPLING
- AIR SAMPLING AND AIR CLEARANCE TESTING.
- REMEDIATION STRATEGIES AND PLANS
- REMEDIATION CONTRACTOR OVERSIGHT AND CLEARANCE