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Ten Steps to Find Hidden Mold Infestation
Often mold infestation problems are hidden inside the building materials of a home, condominium, apartment, office, or commercial building. To find hidden mold problems, use the following mold investigation steps, according to international mold expert Phillip Fry, author of the e-book Do-It-Best-Yourself Mold Inspection, Testing, Remediation, and Prevention. 1. Use do it yourself mold test kits ...
By C.M.I.C.I.
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EMLab P&K Helps Mold Testing Specialists in New Jersey and Pennsylvania
EMLab P&K, a TestAmerica company and the leading commercial indoor air quality (IAQ) laboratory in North America, helps mold testing clients in New Jersey and Pennsylvania through MoldRANGE Local Climate report. The enhanced versions of the patent-pending reports are now available for EMLab P&K’s clients who perform mold sampling in New Jersey and Pennsylvania. MoldRANGE provides ...
By EMLab P&K
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Hinchey Urges Governor Cuomo and Speaker Silver to Act on Requiring Mandatory Air Quality Testing For Home Inspections
In the wake of Hurricane Sandy that left 305,000 New York housing units damaged or destroyed, Kevin J. Hinchey, CEO of H&H Environmental Construction and Consulting and cousin of former Congressman Maurice D. Hinchey, has presented a letter to New York legislative leaders urging them to pass a requirement for mandatory air quality testing for pre-purchase home inspections. According to the ...
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Virginia Mold Testing Lab Celebrates 13 Years Serving DC, Maryland & Virginia
EMLab P&K, a TestAmerica company and the leading commercial indoor air quality (IAQ) laboratory in North America, marks thirteen years of serving communities throughout Virginia and the surrounding states with extensive mold analysis. The Fairfax lab has also recently expanded its staff to accommodate the growing analytical capacity, in order to further support Virginia’s mold testing ...
By EMLab P&K
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EMLab P&K increases mold testing & bacteria testing capacity to support Florida & Georgia during flooding
In response to flooding in northeast Florida and southeast Georgia, EMLab P&K has added local and overall mold testing and bacteria testing capacity, including weekend and emergency staffing, to support the increased need for environmental testing. As the nation's leading environmental testing laboratory, EMLab P&K maintains a strong presence in the region with an AIHA accredited mold ...
By EMLab P&K
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EMLab P&K increases mold testing & bacteria testing capacity to support Georgia and the Southeast after flooding
In response to flooding in the Atlanta metro area and rest of the Southeast, EMLab P&K has added local and overall mold testing and bacteria testing capacity, including weekend and emergency staffing, to support the increased need for environmental testing. As the nation's leading environmental testing laboratory, EMLab P&K maintains a strong presence in the region with an AIHA accredited ...
By EMLab P&K
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EMLab P&K Chicago Helps Mold Testing Specialists in Illinois Through Patent-Pending Lab Report
EMLab P&K, a TestAmerica company and the leading commercial indoor air quality (IAQ) laboratory in North America, has helped mold testing clients in the state of Illinois for more than two years through MoldRANGE Local Climate report. The enhanced versions of the patent-pending reports are available for EMLab P&K’s clients who perform mold sampling in the state of Illinois. ...
By EMLab P&K
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Aspergillus and other Fungal Pathogens Identified by Mold Test Kit
As much of the country has suffered from a prolonged drought, farmers are being warned to be on the lookout for a fungus known as Aspergillus. Some species of the fungus can produce a fungal toxin called aflatoxin. Aflatoxin is a potent carcinogen which may be more prevalent this year due to the extreme growing conditions. This fungus is not only a concern for farmers. According to the ...
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Palm Springs Apartment Complex Residents Voice Mold Concerns
Last month, KMIR NBC 6 broadcasted a report about residents’ concerns over living conditions in an apartment complex in Palm Springs, California. It was the second report by the station about alleged mold in the complex that month. Since the initial report, additional current and former tenants came forward to voice their concerns. According to the report, some residents don’t feel ...
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Lawsuit Filed against Chicago Condominium Association and Complex Management Company
Last month, Chicago’s CBS affiliate published a report about a woman suing her condominium association and complex management company due to mold in her home. According to the woman behind the lawsuit, a firm was hired by her complex to conduct mold testing, but she was refused results of the testing. The woman has complained of rashes, hives and lung problems which she associated with ...
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EMLab P&K Increases Mold Testing And Bacteria Testing Capacity To Support Northeast U.S. After Flooding
Severe storms battered the Northeast and caused flooding in some states including Massachusetts, Rhode Island, New Jersey, and parts of New Hampshire and New York. Residents may be struggling with sewage back-ups and flooded basements and some neighborhoods have been evacuated. In response to flooding in the Northeast, EMLab P&K has added local and overall mold testing and bacteria testing ...
By EMLab P&K
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EMLab P&K increases mold testing and bacteria testing capacity to support California after flooding
In response to flooding in Southern California and the San Francisco Bay Area, EMLab P&K has added local and overall mold testing and bacteria testing capacity, including weekend and emergency staffing, to support the increased need for environmental testing. As the nation's leading environmental testing laboratory, EMLab P&K maintains a strong presence in California with AIHA accredited labs in ...
By EMLab P&K
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EMLab P&K Launches MoldRANGE Climate Report for Mold Testing in California
EMLab P&K, a TestAmerica company and the leading commercial indoor air quality (IAQ) laboratory in North America, announced the launch of the MoldRANGE California Climate report. EMLab P&K is the only mold laboratory that offers a scientifically developed tool to help IAQ professionals with their work by providing better insights for outdoor mold spore levels in California based on the ...
By EMLab P&K
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Mold Test Kit Identifies Penicillium and other Fungal Contaminants in Homes, Offices and Schools
Many people recognize that a type of fungus, known as Penicillium, can produce the antibiotic known as penicillin. This wonder drug has been responsible for saving countless lives beginning in the 20th century through today. Far fewer people recognize that Penicillium is also one of the most common fungal contaminants found in buildings that have suffered water damage or elevated humidity ...
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Pennsylvania Mold Testing Firm Provides Solutions to Landlords, Property Managers & Tennant’s when Disputing Carpet Stains
Property managers and landlords are often faced with a host of tasks that need to be done to prepare a rental unit for new tenants. Typically a security deposit has been left by the previous renters to cover any damage that is above and beyond normal wear. One item that almost always needs attention is the carpeting. When normal carpet wear occurs it can usually be professionally cleaned for ...
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Hidden Mold in the Home May Cause Health Concerns
People may suspect they have a mold problem in their home, school or office even when no visible mold is present. A tell-tale sign is often a musty odor that is noticed when people enter a building or a room. A clear indicator of potential mold problems is after water damage has occurred in a building. Even if no mold can be seen, it may be present in countless areas that are not visible. ...
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EMLab P&K Expands MoldRANGE Local Climate Report for Mold Testing in Ohio, Washington and Oregon
EMLab P&K, a TestAmerica company and the leading commercial indoor air quality (IAQ) laboratory in North America, announced the release of the MoldRANGE Local Climate report for clients in Ohio, Washington and Oregon. The mold report provides better insights for outdoor mold spore levels based on the zip code where the mold testing took place. EMLab P&K is the only mold laboratory that ...
By EMLab P&K
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EMLab P&K Launches MoldRANGE Local Climate Report for Mold Testing in Florida and Arizona
EMLab P&K, a TestAmerica company and the leading commercial indoor air quality (IAQ) laboratory in North America, announced the launch of the MoldRANGE Local Climate report. The new report is free for EMLab P&K clients and provides better insights for outdoor mold spore levels in Florida and Arizona based on the zip code where the mold testing took place. EMLab P&K is the only mold ...
By EMLab P&K
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North Carolina’s First and Only Mold Testing Lab with two AIHA EMLAP Accredited Laboratories
EMSL Labs Provide Asbestos, Mold, Lead, IAQ, Microbiology and Food Testing in Raleigh, Charlotte and Kernersville, North Carolina. EMSL Analytical, a leading provider of advanced environmental laboratory services, has recently announced their Charlotte, NC laboratory has been accredited by AIHA EMLAP for mold analysis in addition to being already accredited by NVLAP for PLM bulk and TEM air ...
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EMLab P&K Releases Zip Code-Based Mold Lab Report for Mold Testing in Nevada
EMLab P&K, a TestAmerica company and the leading commercial indoor air quality (IAQ) laboratory in North America, announces the release of the MoldRANGE Local Climate report for clients in Nevada. Now EMLab P&K’s patent-pending, zip code-based MoldRANGE Local Climate report is available across the entire contiguous United States. The mold laboratory report provides better insights ...
By EMLab P&K
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