A New Era of Mold Testing for Washington, D.C.
Mold testing in Washington, D.C. has entered a new era with the introduction of ultra-efficient infrared camera diagnostic systems. These digital thermographic cameras take thermal-images of inaccessible areas inside your home to reveal and document secondary sources of moisture and conditions just right for mold spore incubation.
According to The Indoor Air Quality Association (IAQA) “The biggest issue these days in residential air quality is mold growth.” Leaking bathroom, laundry, or kitchen fixtures, perpetually wet, dank, warm basements, inadequately ventilated attic areas, and moisture condensing in and around heating ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC) systems all contribute to an ideal environment for mold to thrive. While mold spore exposure affects people differently, those with immune system or respiratory issues may develop mold-related health problems.
Non-invasive thermal imaging allows mold inspectors to rapidly and effectively identify structural damage from hidden moisture sources in ceilings, beneath floors and carpets, and inside walls. While mold is not visible in the resulting images, the presence of moisture is enough evidence to suspect mold colonization.
Mold testing in Washington, D.C. must be performed by trained, protected, licensed professionals experienced with federal, District, EPA, and OSHA regulations and safety protocols, along with proper handling and disposal of mold-contaminated materials.
At Envirotex we are experts in the safe and efficient handling of environmental hazards, and have performed mold testing in Washington, D.C. for homeowners, landlords, businesses, and government agencies. With passage of the Air Quality Amendment Act of 2014, landlords of multi-unit rental properties in the District are now required by law to remediate mold when it is reported. The law “authorizes the District Department of the Environment (DDOE) to issue regulations establishing a threshold level of mold above which professional remediation will be required.”
When moisture and mold visit your property you need an ally with professional experience and familiarity with the laws and regulations governing mold testing in Washington, D.C. By providing cutting-edge inspection and scientific mold testing for Washington, D.C., property owners , the skilled Envirotex professionals provide pinpoint mold identification and develop a precise scope of work to safely and efficiently eliminate the conditions that encourage mold colonization in your indoor environment.
