Mold sampling is only a tool to be used purposely, selectively and  for specific scientific inquiry when needed. A specialist in fungal mold mycology should be consulted. See (What is mycology?) 

We often get calls from people that have had their homes or other property tested for mold presence. These people get raw lab results that are out of context, ambiguous, nebulous, indefinite, pointless, and have little to no meaning whatsoever. This causes confusion, delay and added expense. The lab work raises more questions than answered and at times terrorizing the recipient and those interested in the report. These clients are left without direction. This is clear neglect by anyone claiming to be doing a "mold inspection".  Whenever any mold is sampled and sent for analysis a complete study must made before anything meaningful can be derived from the sample taken. 

Not surprisingly when we review these reports the majority are also flawed in sampling methodology employed requiring re sampling  and testing. This is due to the fact the people doing testing are not trained scientists that understand or know how to work with biological entities within human environments.

Almost all indiscriminate sampling is nearly worthless since mold spores are present everywhere. Recently a black streak was sampled for mold and positive results for mold were returned by a lab - a follow-up investigation and study revealed the black streak was tar and the mold spore samples that were taken were simple, common and incidental spores that could have been collected from the kitchen table top or any other area of the home and of no concern.

Commonly home inspectors are now referring suspect mold to qualified mycologists for a full, complete and competent analysis performed by scientists so trained in the required multi-disciplinary fields  of biology, medical mycology, aerobiology, indoor air quality, mold inspection and remediation at minimum. For anyone to conduct such study and analysis our scientists exceed all such qualifications.    Meet our mycologists.

It is a disservice for anyone to take samples and then send raw data to their clients without telling them what the results mean and what if anything needs to be done.

Imagine going a physician that takes a blood sample and then the lab sends you the results to figure out what they mean? This is happening repeatedly with mold samplers. Demand a definitive report from anyone that does the sampling - Sampling is part to and of and inseparable from any report and must be performed by the same researcher whenever it is possible. Separate sampling and analysis  will result in repetitive work and often result in doubling  the costs.

Recognize the meaningless non-report report #8 .

We scientifically sample, test, analyze and provide a comprehensive study and report answering all of your questions regarding the mold or the mold like presence that may be of concern based upon years of experience and accumulated research data. Even published threshold values for mold presence and exposure are nearly meaningless without the application of a proper scientific study, study and report. 

We maintain complete chain of custody in our sampling, studies and reports  - no handing off to third parties.

Our specialties in reporting include:

Total Indoor Air Quality Analysis - MVOC, Organic and Toxic Gas Presence.

Clinical/Sub Clinical Studies and  Reports - Health Risk Assessment and Management

Insurance Property Damage - Fine Furniture, appliances, clothing and other mold/water damage. Legal Second opinions - Efficacy of previous inspection, remediation and repairs. Negligence.

New Property Construction - New home with mold present using moldy wood (common).

Free legal consultations for attorneys from  our in-house lawyer (NJSBA). Reports Daubert/Frye Standard.

AVOID DELAY AND  ADDED EXPENSE - GET A COMPLETE AND COMPETENT REPORT  THE FIRST TIME!

Call us at 973-726-9559