Mold Testing

One of the biggest issues and debates that I have dealt with over the years is the need for mold testing. While other companies don’t agree with me, I am very committed to testing always being performed after a job is completed. By comparing the testing results in the area where the work was performed and comparing it to background level (the outside) the owner can be assured that the work was done properly. In addition to the air sampling that is performed the tester will also do a visible assessment to ensure the work was completed properly. It is like having a second set of eyes to pass the work.

What to look at for? Don’t have a company perform the testing and perform the remediation. I like to compare these types of companies to a cheating 12th grader. If I was a high school senior and the teachers told me to grade my own work, I would always pass. So common sense will tell you to NEVER although a remediation firm to test its own work. And never let a testing company, test and then perform remediation. Same thing goes: if a testing company is hired to test prior to any work being done, they will always find the home or office in need of remediation, mainly because if they remediate it is more money in their pocket.

My advice would be to find a testing company that does not do any remediation. That way there is no conflict of interest. They are there to perform a reliable and honest assessment of your home and are not in search of additional work. These independent companies can also direct you to a great remediation firm. Testers get to see the remediators work day in and day out, and can tell you who you want to stay away from.

Who’s the best to TEST! I have probably been associated with 20-30 testers during my time in the industry. I have been disgusted a couple of times, disappointed a few, and more often than not unpleased with the individual or the company. But about a year ago I had some testing done on a home (which my company paid for because the homeowner did not find it important) and was blown away with the professionalism and detail that went into the survey. It was exactly what I had been looking for. A company and an individual that knows what they are doing and that I would be confident in referring to my clients.

I continue to use this individual today. If you are in need of testing, don’t hesitate, give MMTS Environmental a call. Jon Given is at the top of his class in this industry. You can check out his company’s website at http://www.mmtesting.com/ or you can call him directly at (443) 309-2128. Jon can also attest to quality of work that I perform since he has seen so many of my projects.

All the Best