Indoor Environmental Testing Blog
Why Carpeting in Basements Often Leads to Mold Problems
Carpeting in a basement often creates problems because the environment is fundamentally different from upper floors. Concrete slabs routinely transmit moisture vapor from the soil below, even when th…
Surface Mold in Your Home: New Study Shows It Becomes Airborne in Seconds
Most homeowners think mold is a surface problem—something you can see and clean.
But new research shows mold may be much more of an air quality issue than previously understood.
A study published in…
The Debilitating Path of Environmental Illness — And Why So Many Homes “Test Clean”
Environmental illness rarely begins dramatically.
It begins subtly.
A little more fatigue. A sinus infection that doesn’t resolve. Difficulty concentrating. Sleep disturbances. Mild anxiety. Headache…
HVAC Systems: The Silent Distributor of Contamination
When people think about mold, they often picture bathrooms, basements, or visible water damage.
Few people consider the system that moves air through every room of the home.
Your HVAC system does muc…
Why Your Last Mold Inspection Found Nothing (But You’re Still Sick)
If you’re reading this, chances are you’ve already been down a long road.
You’ve seen doctors. You’ve adjusted your diet. You’ve eliminated products. You’ve cleaned obsessively. You’ve hired an inspe…
Mold Beta-Glucan Testing: Detecting Hidden Fungal Contamination in Buildings
When investigating mold contamination in buildings, many inspectors rely on spore trap air samples. While spore testing can provide useful information, it often misses an important part of mold expos…
Danger Level 3: Toxic Compounds — The Invisible Indoor Pollutants with Serious Health Risks
Not all indoor air problems cause sneezing or congestion.
Some of the most concerning indoor air pollutants are completely invisible, often odorless, and may not produce immediate symptoms. Instead…
Danger Level 2: Infectious Agents — When Indoor Air Carries Illness
Most people understand that viruses and bacteria spread from person to person. What many don’t realize is how significantly indoor air quality influences that spread.
If your household experiences re…
Danger Level 1: Allergens & Particulates — The Hidden Irritants Affecting Your Indoor Air
If you wake up congested most mornings, experience persistent sinus pressure, deal with an ongoing cough, or find your asthma flaring more often than it should, you may have been told, “It’s just all…
Can You Sell a House with Mold? Essential Guide for Sellers.
Can You Sell a House with Mold? Essential Guide for Sellers
Introduction
Can you sell a house with mold? Yes — but it can significantly impact your home’s value, buyer interest, and financing…