Mold reproduces with mold spores which are microscopic particles or seeds that float weightlessly in air. Invisible to the human eye at only 3 microns in size, the period at the end of this sentence is 300 microns, 100 times bigger than a mold spore.
Mold spores float in the air all around us everyday looking for a new source of food and moisture to start growing, the amount of mold spores outside should be approximately equal to the amount of mold spores inside your home.
Your body’s immune system can manage an average amount of mold spores at any given time. When mold finds food and moisture in your home and begins growing it releases even more mold spores into the air looking for more food and moisture. The mold spore count in your home can reach unhealthy levels in a short period of time and cause serious mold symptoms, at first you might think you have a cold or allergies until the symptoms get worse.
Before this happens have a qualified indoor air consultant like The Mold Guy perform a Mold Inspection and an Indoor Air Quality Test of the air you’re breathing, you may require Mold Removal somewhere in your home. Air testing Toronto and Mississauga.
We have specialized air sampling pumps the run 15 litres of air through a mold spore trap for 10 minutes, the test requires a “control” sample which typically is done outdoors. The control is used to compare with the indoor sample. Then we perform an indoor sample in areas of concern.
The samples are then taken to an accredited 3rd party laboratory for testing, the results are available for emailing 2 – 4 days later at which time we will call and discuss the results with you and take any steps necessary based on the test results.
Do you know how safe the indoor air of your space is? When it comes to indoor air quality, some homes may have air that is five times more polluted than the outdoors. Some factors like mold growth or asbestos can severely impact the air in your home and that might harm the overall wellbeing of you and your family. So, to ensure that you breathe fresh and healthy air, The Mold Guy offers air quality testing services in Toronto and throughout GTA. Our Indoor Air Quality Testing service includes detecting hidden indoor air pollutants that affect your health, followed by taking measures to improve the quality of your indoor air. The process discovers hazardous substances such as mold and asbestos that helps in taking appropriate actions to bring your environment back to a healthy and comfortable space.
At The Mold Guy, we have extensive experience and state-of-art equipment to offer the most effective Mold Inspections, Air Quality Testing, and Mold Removal services. Our team performs a complete assessment of the indoor air quality to find what exactly is in the air you are breathing. Your home can get infected with mold due to several reasons such as water damage or poor ventilation. Mold spores are microscopic particles that can float in the air and cause allergic reactions, odors, sinus infections, and other respiratory issues. Mold is invisible to the human eye and you may not even know about these hidden pollutants that are affecting your health and quality of life.
Residential & Commercial Indoor Air Quality Testing Toronto
Your home or office indoor air can get polluted due to several reasons such as inadequate ventilation, airborne dust from ducts, Carbon Monoxide (CO), sewer gas, lead, mold spore, radon, or asbestos. To solve the issue, it is important to first determine the actual cause of the problem. To check the air quality, we take samples and compare indoor air with the outdoor sample. To test the samples, we use an accredited 3rd party laboratory to ensure that you get an unbiased, accurate report. Once you receive the report, we suggest the best solution based on the test report of your air quality.
Air Quality Testing or Indoor Air Quality (IAQ) test is popular among home sellers and buyers. It is also used by businesses to ensure that their employees are working in a safe environment. The test involves taking a minimum of two samples- one from the area of concern and one from outside or in the “controlled environment”. The number of samples may increase depending on the number of areas of concern. The samples are compared to determine whether the level of mold spores is moderate, elevated, or normal. If you don’t have visible signs of mold growth in your home, then you may never consider getting the air quality of your space tested. However, when it comes to the safety of your family, it is always recommended to get the air quality tested. You should also consider getting air quality testing service if you or any of your family members are experiencing the following issues:
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