mold inspection News

When molten plastic is injected into the mold, the air in the cavity has to be displaced. To accomplish this, vents are machined into the parting line to evacuate the air and are extremely important to the consistent production of high quality products. In many cases, this is an area in mold design and construction that is often overlooked. Vents should be located at the extremities of the part ...

May 27, 2014

By Aco Mold Manufacturing

A new law is set to go into effect in Arkansas on January 1st that would require anyone performing mold investigations to be licensed by the state and some area residents are concerned that not enough inspectors can readily meet the new licensing requirements. Under the new law only individuals licensed by the state can report to homeowners if they have mold in their property. To be licensed mold ...

Oct. 7, 2009

According to an article published by The Madison St. Clair Record, a woman has filed a lawsuit against the owners of an apartment complex in Collinsville, Illinois.  The complaint was filed on February 7th in Madison County Circuit Court.   The woman reports that she developed lymph node health issues and problems with her neck and joints as a result of breathing poor ...

Mar. 1, 2011

By Cochrane & Associates, LLC

In January a man staying at a hotel in Phoenix was accused of setting fire to his room.  The accused man is also the one who called 911 to report the fire.  Fortunately the fire was quickly extinguished before much damage was done.    When responding investigators arrived they questioned the man who had called to report the fire and quickly became suspicious.  The man ...

Feb. 14, 2011

By Cochrane & Associates, LLC

Students and faculty at Carroll Elementary School in Peabody, Massachusetts have complained of ‘sick classrooms’ and the school is now subject to a state inspection. Despite the mold that has already been found the city’s health department has given the school the ‘all clear’.As teachers and children across the country begin the new school year an increasing number of them are discovering mold ...

Oct. 8, 2009

The environmental and building science consultants from EC2 provide indoor air quality (IAQ) testing services for mold and other microbial contaminants to ensure building occupants have healthy air to breathe.   Last week’s mold count in Chicago was over 81,000 according to the Gottlieb Daily Allergy Count.  It was the highest of the season and of the past five years.  These ...

Sep. 28, 2010

By Cochrane & Associates, LLC

Last week teams from the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) arrived in Southern Illinois to begin a preliminary assessment of damage to homes and businesses from the recent flooding.  Many of these soaked structures already have visible mold growth that has area residents concerned.   According to an Illinois Department of Public Health Fact Sheet, “As molds grow, spores ...

May 23, 2011

By Cochrane & Associates, LLC

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 ...

Jan. 18, 2007

By C.M.I.C.I.

Last month it was reported in The Telegraph that a family’s dream of purchasing their first home turned into a mold nightmare.  The article describes the Farris family that purchased the home last year in Bethalto, Illinois.  According to the article, “After a series of oversights, the Farrises now say they own a house that they cannot live in; have a First Time Home Buyers ...

Apr. 26, 2011

By Cochrane & Associates, LLC

The environmental and building consulting experts at EC2 provide environmental assessments for lenders and buyers of residential and commercial properties across Chicago and Northern Illinois.  A recent report from RealtyTrac showed that 154 out of 206 metropolitan areas with a population of at least 200,000 had an annual increase in foreclosure activity from January through June.  On ...

Aug. 9, 2010

By Cochrane & Associates, LLC

Earlier this month, The Baltimore Sun reported about mold contamination forcing a family to move out of their Maryland home.  According to the news story, high levels of mold in the family’s home caused them to have to move out of their dream home and into an apartment.   The article reported that the family believes that the previous owners knew of the fungal ...

Apr. 16, 2012

By Sussex Environmental Health Consultants

One of the most common reasons for an insurance claim in a commercial or residential property is due to water damage. Water damage can be caused by many factors, including natural flooding events, leaking roofs and windows, indoor plumbing leaks and even sewer backups. The presence of water indoors can damage or destroy building materials, furnishing and belongings, and in some ...

Oct. 7, 2015

By Clark Seif Clark Inc.

Earlier this month, Chicago’s WLS-TV reported that the area was experiencing extremely high mold counts in the outdoor air.  The report stated that a mold count of 60,000 had been recorded and warned area residents of potential allergic reactions and encouraged people to stay indoors in an air conditioned space.   Many people recognize that high levels of mold in the natural ...

Sep. 24, 2012

By EC2 Inc.

Two common sources of unpleasant odors in buildings include off-gassing from mold and improperly vented sewer gases.  Both problems can be rectified, but only after the source is identified.   Mold in indoor environments can create odors that can be confused for sewer gas.  Fungi can emit a musty, or earthy smell, in properties with elevated microbial growth.  If odors from ...

Feb. 25, 2011

By Cochrane & Associates, LLC

Recently an NBC affiliate in Wisconsin reported about a case of mold contamination causing illness in a family at an apartment complex.  WGBA began the story by asking if a mold cover-up was happening.  According to the report, “A baby is fighting breathing problems and a doctor asked an apartment manager to step in and get rid of the mold. Now, the manager is accused of covering ...

May 2, 2011

By Cochrane & Associates, LLC

LA Testing offers indoor air quality (IAQ) testing solutions to help property owners and tenants identify microbial contaminants and prevent health problems. Pasadena, CA, July 6th, 2010 Last month a publication in Pasadena, California reported on a family that had been forced to move out of their home after one of the family members became extremely ill due to ...

Jul. 7, 2010

By EMSL Analytical, Inc.

The environmental and building science consultants from EC2 can help homeowner associations (HOA) deal with abandoned and foreclosed properties to prevent the spread of dangerous fungal spores.   Last week the Chicago Journal reported a story about a three unit condominium complex in Wicker Park.   The complex, located on a picturesque section of Leavitt Street, has faced a ...

Oct. 14, 2010

By Cochrane & Associates, LLC

EMSL will be holding a workshop in Minneapolis, Minnesota regarding Indoor Air Quality and Industrial Hygiene. The workshop will be held on August 15th, 2013 at the Crowne Plaza Northstar Hotel located at 618 Second Avenue South, Minneapolis, MN. 55402. Registration begins at 8:30AM with the workshop being held from 9:00AM to 5:00PM at a cost of $299 per person. The workshop will ...

Aug. 8, 2013

By EMSL Analytical, Inc.

The environmental and building science consultants from EC2 provide indoor air quality (IAQ) testing services to ensure building occupants are not being exposed to dangerous microbial contaminants such as mold.   Last week it was reported by the Chicago Tribune and the local ABC affiliate in Chicago that the Foster Bank headquarters and branch on Kedzie will be closed for several ...

Sep. 24, 2010

By Cochrane & Associates, LLC

The indoor air quality (IAQ) professionals at Clark Seif Clark (CSC) provide comprehensive consulting and testing services for foreclosed residential and commercial properties.   This month a number of leading financial institutions across the United States declared moratoriums on foreclosures.  Many homes are caught in limbo as banks review past foreclosure documentation to ensure ...

Oct. 29, 2010

By Cochrane & Associates, LLC