Licensed Mold & Indoor Air Quality Testing

Most clients do not know how many samples are needed — and that’s normal.

The number of samples is typically determined after a brief phone conversation and confirmed on-site before testing begins, based on the layout of the home and the specific concerns involved.

When you call, we’ll discuss:

• What prompted the concern (leak, odor, health symptoms, visible staining, etc.)
• Location of the issue (first floor, second floor, HVAC system, specific room)
• Whether the concern is isolated or affects multiple areas
• Whether testing is for homeowner information, insurance claim, a transaction, remediation or  documentation

Based on this, we’ll recommend an appropriate number of samples — and you’ll know the cost before any testing is performed.   📞 (504) 382-2410 

While every property is different, most testing falls within the following ranges:

• Two (2) Samples – $275.  Targeted concerns in a limited area
• Three (3) Samples – $375.  Common for single-issue homes or smaller layouts
• Four (4) Samples – $475.  Most frequently selected for whole-home baseline testing
• Additional  Samples – $65 each. Used when conditions warrant expanded coverage

Example: If four samples are planned and an additional area requires testing, the total would be $540.

• On-site sample collection by a licensed professional
• Calibrated air sampling equipment
• Laboratory analysis by an accredited lab
• Explanation of results and documentation suitable for homeowners, remediators, or      third parties 

Remediation contractors who already know how many samples are required may request specific sampling quantities for:

• Pre-remediation documentation
• Post-remediation clearance testing
• Species identification

• Sample  count and pricing are confirmed before testing begins
• No testing is expanded without client approval
• Investigation beyond basic observation is optional and discussed separately

If you’re unsure what type of testing you need, we’ll help you determine the right approach — without over testing or unnecessary expense.

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Mold and indoor air quality evaluations are performed using industry-standard sampling methods, selected based on the conditions observed and the purpose of testing.

Air samples are collected using calibrated sampling pumps and spore trap cassettes to measure airborne mold spores and particulates. Air sampling is commonly used to:

• Compare indoor air to outdoor baseline conditions
• Evaluate general indoor air quality
• Identify elevated spore concentrations or abnormal species indoors

When visible or suspected growth is present, direct surface sampling may be performed using:

• Sterile swabs
• Adhesive bio-tape (tape-lift) samples

Surface sampling helps:

• Identify the type of mold present on a specific material
• Confirm whether staining or discoloration is microbial in nature
• Provide documentation for remediation or clearance purposes

Bulk sampling may be used when material composition needs to be identified, such as:

• Building materials suspected of containing asbestos
• Heavily contaminated materials requiring laboratory confirmation

Bulk samples involve removing a small, representative portion of the material for laboratory analysis.

Not every situation requires every type of sampling. The sampling method and quantity are determined based on:

• Client concerns and objectives
• Building layout and conditions
• Presence of visible growth or water damage
• Remediation or documentation requirements

Sampling scope and pricing are always discussed and approved before collection begins.

Accurate results depend not only on laboratory analysis, but on how and where samples are collected. Using the appropriate sampling method ensures results are meaningful, defensible, and useful for decision-making.

• Asbestos testing is performed through bulk material sampling, which involves collecting a small, representative portion of the suspect material and submitting it to a certified laboratory for analysis.

Common materials tested include:

• Ceiling tiles and ceiling textures
• Vinyl floor tile and mastic
• Roofing materials and siding
• Insulation and other suspect building materials
   

• A small bulk sample is carefully collected from the material in question
• The sample is properly packaged, labeled, and submitted to an accredited laboratory
• Laboratory analysis determines whether asbestos fibers are present and, if so, the type and concentration
   

• Air sampling is not used to determine whether a material contains asbestos
• Bulk sampling is required for accurate identification
• Sampling locations and methods are discussed and approved before collection
   

• Prior to renovation, demolition, or repairs
• When suspect materials are present in older buildings
• For documentation or contractor verification

These specialty inspections and targeted testing services are performed to determine whether drywall or other building materials are contaminated. A detailed report is provided outlining observed conditions and recommended next steps for correction or remediation. 

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