Atlanta Mold Testing Services

Recent rainfall amounts in Atlanta are sure to bring ideal conditions for mold growth inside many basements and crawl spaces this season. See these tips for preventing mold growth inside your home.

Great tips on preventing Mold growth inside your home from WebMD. http://www.atlantamoldtesting.com/

Consumer Product Safety Commission article about the Fisher-Price recall due to Mold exposure. Nothing seems safe these days........

Another reason to control high humidity and moisture inside your home.... http://www.atlantamoldtesting.com

Class Action Lawsuit Against GE For Mold In Their Washing Machines???? http://www.atlantamoldtesting.com

The Dangers Of Mold In Homes: Article in New York Times Very interesting information. http://www.nytimes.com/2001/10/07/realestate/07HOME.html

This is some very useful information and tips on mold prevention inside your home. Complements of ASAP Mold Remediation. MOLD TIPS from ASAP MOLD Solve moisture problems before they become mold problems. Mold can grow within 24- 48 hours of the initial water problem.... Remember that every mold problem is a water problem first. The mix of mold indoors should be less than the mix of mold outside. Consider installing a whole-house/building dehumidifier, ventilator, and filtration system in parallel with the air conditioner. At the very least, put a $250 dehumidifier in the basement and insert a garden hose drain to the outside so you don’t have to empty the bucket daily. The best means of preventing mold is to deny the spores the moisture necessary for germination. Mold growth occurs when water problems go unresolved. When you're facing down mold, first tell yourself, "Water is the problem," and then go find, fix and completely dry up the source. If molded: when in doubt, throw it out. Bleach only kills some topical mold spores on hard surfaces. Mold is an allergen whether it's dead or alive. Mold will come back no matter how well you clean or how well you use an inhibitor, if the area is allowed to become moist or humid again! Build it dry, design it to stay dry, and make sure it can dry if it gets wet. To kill mold and to help stop any future mold growth, use an EPA registered mold anti-microbial fungicide. Damage due to mold is largely preventable. COMPLIMENTS OF: Blair Dean Ph.D. C.M.I. C.M.A. See more

1960's Air Ducts Were Never Cleaned

This is one reason to have your heating and air conditioning system maintained inside your home. During a recent mold assessment we found Stachybotrys 'Black Mold' growing inside this 5 year old condo air handler unit. Mold growth inside HVAC systems can result in mold spores being redistributed through the air ducts into other areas of the home. Keeping your heating and air conditioning system properly maintained by a qualified HVAC contractor will save you money in the long run by reducing the chance of mold growth. It will also increase the life span of your heating and air conditioning system.

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You know you have a water intrusion and mold problem inside your home when your closet looks like this.....

More and more of the calls we are getting for mold problems are coming from foreclosed or vacant properties that have recently been purchased. There are some great foreclosures in the Atlanta market without mold problems, but it is important to know what to look for when house hunting. Musty smells inside the home can be a good indicator that water intrusion has occurred inside the home. Visit http://www.atlantamoldtesting.com/ for additional information on what to look for inside your home.