305.571.2280          866.654.6653

Mold Detection Services, Inc. of South Florida, will test or sample for mold in homes, apartments,
workplaces, commercial properties, boats, and anywhere else mold grows. Indoor Air Quality,
Bulk, Swab, Bio Tape and Environmental Sample results are generated with in 24 - 48 hours.

A Certified Mold Inspector and Certified Indoor Environmentalist, utilizing the best equipment
available in the industry (Infrared Cameras, Laser Particle Counters, Etc.), will carry out every
inspection. We use only digital calibrated, custom made indoor air quality testing pumps to ensure
you receive only accurate results. Consequently, our clients will receive the highest quality service.
 
Our Inspection Services include a thorough inspection (utilizing Infrared Thermal Imaging, Laser
Particle Counts, Visual Observations) and follow-up Mold Testing (air samples, bulk, swabs and
glass slides), accompanied by an extensive report. In addition, we will be working with a nationally
accredited laboratory, dedicated to the production of accurate data, via high-quality equipment,
and staffed with professionals specialized in this field.

We will not be involved in the remediation of any mold problems, since this would be a Conflict
of Interest. We do offer Mold Consulting Services to help you through the remediation process
and to protect your interests. We offer Post Remediation Inspection and Testing to confirm the
remediation job has been done correctly.

Mold Detection Services will protect your interest. The South Florida Mold Company You Can Trust!
Call:    (305) 571.2280    or    (866) 654.6653(MOLD)


 

Laser Particle Counter - Buck Air Pump - Zefon Bio Pump Sampler


We are one of the only companies in the country that utilizes a
  Buck Digital Calibrator, which ensures our clients receive accurate
lab test results. Our test results will hold up in a court room.

There are thousands of molds that exist in the environment that create spores known
as allergens that cause irritations and aggravation to skin, eyes, nasal and respatory
breathing passage ways. The really harmful molds produce mycotoxins that can
really cause damage to the immune system. High quanities of molds no matter what
kind can causeserious health related issues in humans. People with immune compromised
individuals, pregnant ladies, young children and the elderly have the highest risk exposure
to mold spores.

Breathing in high concentrations of air borne mold spores or even small doeses of more
dangerous molds can be all that is needed to trigger mold reactions or infections.

Symptoms Related To Mold Exposure:

1.  Upper Respiratory Problems 
2.  Constant Sneezing
3.  Nasal Congestion (Sinus)
4.  Asthma Attacks
5.  Eye Irratations (buring and redness)
6.  Dry hacking Cough
7.  Throat Irritations
8.  Hives and Rashes
9.  Headaches
10.  Memory Loss
11.  Hair Loss
12. Mood Swings
                                                                                                                                                                                
                                                                  
Environmental, Indoor Air Quality, Mold Testing Services

Indoor Air Samples are usually performed in order to test for nonviable (dead) mold spores.
Testing for nonviable mold is done by microscopic examination of the sample to identify fungal
and non-fungal particles that may be allergenic to individuals. Other particles such as: fiberglass,
insect fragments, rusts, dirts, and more are also detected during non-viable testing. This is the
quickest way to test for airborne mold spores and other harmful particles.

Testing for viable (living) mold is done by placing the sample onto agar culture medium that
supports the growth of the organism(s) in question and allows identification of the species and
level of contamination. This takes more time and is more costly.

When colonization occurs one mold has overtaken your entire home. Colonization is the formation
of compact population groups of the same type of mold species.

• Bulk Sampling Bulk samples include, but are not limited to, chunks of carpet, insulation, and
wall boards. Bulk samples are collected from visibly moldy surfaces by scraping or cutting materials
with a clean tool and placing the sample into a petri dish for testing.

• Surface Sampling Surface samples are collected by wiping a measured area with a sterile swab
or by lifting a sample with bio tape. The surface sample is cultured and then placed into a petri dish.
Surface samples are collected by wiping a measured area with a sterile swab or by lifting a sample
with bio tape. The surface sample is cultured and then placed into a petri dish. The petri dish is
inspected by a lab technician under a microscope so that the fungi can be removed and identified
by species.

BACTERIAL TESTING SERVICES ARE ALSO AVAILABLE UPON REQUEST
(For raw sewage back-ups, toilet overflows and other issues caused be heavy flooding)

Same Day Test Results Available - Standard Service is 24 - 48 hours

MOLD INSPECTION AND DETECTION SERVICES

Mold starts to grow with in 24 - 48 hours after an area is exposed to water or moisture. If the
source of the mold situation is not addressed properly, the mold will continue to grow until the
food source is cut off. Mold can grow on almost any surface and is also able to decompose
building materials in a short period of time if left neglected.  Before long all of the furniture,
fabrics and belongings can be ruined.

Commonly called mildew, molds (sometimes referred to as "black mold") are a subset of fungi
that produce fluffy or powdery growth on surfaces. Molds grow on any porous and semi-porous
surface, which include but are not limited to: concrete, wallpaper, metal, cloth, carpet, leather,
wood, sheetrock, and insulation (including growth on human foods) when moist conditions exist.

Mold is not always visible to the naked eye. If it is noticable for you to see and smell, there is
a good chance it has become air borne and could be affecting your health. Be aware of any
noxious odors. When a mold colony is growing, it can give off distinctive odors that are the
by-product of its metabolism. If you smell pungent and musty odors, the mold could be actively
growing behind the walls or up in the attic. Your HVAC system could also be the problem and
should be inspected.

How do you find mold that isn't visible or leaks you can't see?

 
INFRARED THERMAL IMAGING CAMERA INSPECTIONS

 
CERTIFIED MOLD SNIFFING DOG (K9) INSPECTIONS

After a complete and thorough inspection and testing, we provide a detailed report.

The Final Report contains the following:

1. Observations made on the day/time of the inspection:

• Humidity Readings
• Temperature Readings
• Protimeter Moisture Readings
• Laser Particle Counter Readings
• Certified MoldDogs™ Alerts (If necessary)
• Boroscope Observations (if necessary)
• Infrared Thermal Imaging Camera Inspection & Pictures
• Certified Mold Inspector Visual Observations

2. Detailed test results

• Identify the type of mold/spore present
• Count the number of spores in the air
• Describe the mold and any possible health effects
• Assess whether an unusual mold condition exists

3. Digital photos of visible mold with detailed desriptions

4. Infrared Thermal Imaging Camera Pictures

   

Indoor Air Quality Testing, Monitoring and Testing Methods:

Bulk/Surface Sampling. A certified inspector, trained in appropriate sampling methodology,
performs bulk or surface sampling. Bulk/Surface sampling should be performed if the building
inhabitants are suffering from health problems, which are or may be associated with fungal
exposure. Bulk/Surface sampling should also be performed to identify the presence or absence
of mold if a visual inspection is equivocal (e.g. discoloration, and staining). Bulk samples are
collected from visibly moldy surfaces by scraping or cutting materials with a clean tool into a
clean plastic bag. Surface samples are collected by wiping a measured area with a sterile swab
or by stripping the suspect surface with “Bio Tape lift”.

Carpet cassettes are designed for the collection of fibers and particulate from carpets and
other dusty areas. Carpet testing will give you historical data off previous mold contamination
Cassettes use a 1" piece of tubing with a 45 degree bevel fitted to the inlet port, and come
preloaded with .45µ & 5.0µ MCE filter and support pad. Cassettes use a 3-piece styrene
housing and helps prevent overloading.

Bio-Tape provides a simple, standardized method to sample for common bioaerosols such
as mold and fungi. It consists of a flexible plastic microscope slide with a pre-defined 1" x 1"
adhesive area. Each slide is provided with a unique serial number for traceability. Air Monitoring.
A certified inspector, trained in appropriate sampling methodology, performs air monitoring. Air
samples can be collected in various ways.

Air-O-Cell Cassettes are used for the rapid collection and analysis of a wide range of airborne
aerosols including mold spores, pollen, insect parts, fibers, fiberglass, and skin fragments. This
sampling device is useful in providing rapid analysis of airborne contaminants. Test is performed
at 15 liters per minute.

The Zefon 5 Cell is capable of both personal and conventional air sampling. The Z 5 is proven
to have an exceptionally uniform collection trace and is virtually 100% accurate for the entire
fungal spore range. (d50 is less than 1 micron!) The Z 5 truly represents the next generation.
Test is performed at 5 liters per minute. This cassette collects a wide range of airborne aerosols
including mold spores, pollen, insect fragments, fibers, fiber glass and skin fragments.

A Laser Particle Counter is used to assess indoor air quality and cleanliness of rooms. The
handheld device monitors environments to test for airborne particles. This device will help track
down particle source problems. Its intelligent design and overall utility is invaluable in mold
detection and making workplace environments safer and healthier.

The purpose of such air monitoring is to assess the extent of contamination throughout the building.
Sampling should be conducted while ventilation systems are operating. Air monitoring should be
performed if the presence of mold is suspected in a particular area of the structure (e.g. a microbial
volatile odor is detected) but cannot be identified through a visual inspection. The purpose of such
air monitoring is to determine the location and/or extent of mold contamination. Air monitoring
should also be performed if the building inhabitants are suffering from health problems, which are
associated with fungal exposure. If air monitoring should also be performed, for comparative
purposes, outdoor air samples should be collected concurrently at an air intake, if possible, and
at a location representative of outdoor air. The outdoor control air test is very helpful in evaluating
whether there is an internally generated mold problem. Such a problem may exist if indoor mold
tests report mold levels that are either (a) higher than the outdoor control air test or (b) present
indoors but absent from the outdoor control air test.

Mold Testing Services by Mold Detection Services - Insured & Certified
Call:  866.654.6653    or    305.571.2280


Call:   866-654-MOLD(6653)

Certified Mold Inspection & Indoor Air Quality Testing
Environmental Air Samples & Laboratory Testing Services
Florida Mold - Miami Dade Mold - Florida Keys Mold - Ft Lauderdale Mold 
Broward Mold - Boca Raton Mold - West Palm Beach Mold - South Florida Mold

Mold Detection Services,  primary focus is the detection of mold. By employing only
certified mold inspectors and utilizing the best equipment available in the industry, we
are able to provide accurate sampling techniques. Consequently, our clients receive the
highest quality service.

Our inspectors use a variety of high-quality equipment to detect mold, including laser
hygrometers (detects humidity levels and accurate temperature readings), boroscopes
(fiber optics), INFRARED CAMERAS(thermal imaging), protimeters (moisture meter),
and Laser Particle Counters (instant airborne particle count), all of which are routinely
calibrated. These help detect hidden mold behind walls, ceilings and floors to determine
areas of potential mold growth and continuing moisture penetration. These findings are
recorded and incorporated into the Final Report.

Mold Detection Services also has an invaluable piece of equipment that no other mold
inspection company in South Florida offers—CERTIFIED MOLDDOGS. Using this 
detection method is particularly useful for pinpointing problem areas and accurately
inspecting more square footage in less time. A certified MoldDog finds what an
inspector’s eyes can't see, since mold can't hide from a MoldDog's nose.

In addition to a thorough inspection,M.D.S.offers Environmental testing (air samples,
bulk samples, swabs and glass slides). All test samples are analyzed by a nationally
recognized lab, dedicated to the production of accurate results which allowsM.D.S.to
provide each client with reliable results in a short time. Our clients also receive an
extensive Final Report, which contains the observations made on the day/time of the
inspection (Ie. humidity, moisture, particle readings, IR Camera pictures, etc…) and
detailed test results, which identify the type of mold/spore present, count the number
of spores in the air, describe the mold and any possible health effects and assess
whether an unusual mold condition exists.
 
M.D.S. Does NOT offer remediation services since we believe that would be an
ethical conflict. We do, however, provide clearance testing to confirm whether a
mold problem has been eliminated. Mold Detection Services, will perform your
Post Remediation Inspection and Testing.


Call:  866.654.6653(MOLD)

Certified Mold Inspection 

IAQ Testing - Environmental Sampling & Indoor Air Quality Tests

Mold Detection Services, utilizes the best equipment in the industry during
our inspections:

1. Infrared thermal imaging cameras
2. Moisture readings with protimeters
3. Fiber optic check with boroscope
4. Laser pointed hygrometers
5. Sony digital mavica photos
6.Certified mold sniffing dogs 
7. Laser Particle Counters

We also offer a full range of air quality testing andenvironmental sampling.
We offer same day emergency service:  swabs, air quality testing, bulk samples,
carpet testing, air monitoring, tape lifts, surface samples, air samples

Mold Detection Services is South Florida's top mold inspection company!

Florida Certified Mold Inspection       Florida Certified Mold Inspectors
Call:  866.654.6653(MOLD)
           
 

Infrared Thermal Imaging Inspections
Thermal Imaging ThermaCAM® B2 Infrared Camera Ultra-compact, lightweight
Infrared camera for building inspections. The ThermaCam® B2 infrared camera
offers a non-invasive means of monitoring and diagnosing the condition of buildings,
providing immediate high-resolution thermal imagery, revealing potential structural
and moisture issues, energy efficiency and even rodent or pest discovery. Infrared
thermography cameras produce images of invisible infrared or "heat" radiation and
provide precise non-contact temperature measurement capabilities. Unlike visible
light, in the infrared world, everything with a temperature above absolute zero emits
heat. Even very cold objects, like ice cubes, emit infrared. The higher the object's
temperature, the greater the IR radiation emitted. Infrared allows us to see in a picture
what our eyes cannot.

LASER PARTICLE COUNTERS-AIR SAMPLES
The ARTI/MET ONE Laser Particle Counter™ is used to assess indoor air quality
and cleanliness of rooms. The handheld device monitors environments to test for
airborne particles. This device will help track down particle source problems. Laser
Particle Counters are invaluable in mold detection and making workplace environments
safer and healthier. Don't guess, know where an air sample is needed.

CERTIFIED MOLD SNIFFING DOGS (K 9)
Man's best friend is the latest weapon in the war on mold. Using traditional detection
methods alone can be costly and drag on for weeks. We supplement these with our
certified MoldDogs™. Certified MoldDogs™ detect and pinpoint exact areas of mold,
which leads to lower remediation costs for homeowners and insurers. MoldDogs™
are trained to discriminate scents from various types of microbial colonies in a variety
of structures, including places where even people cannot reach. Scent discrimination
enables the MoldDog™ to differentiate between normal product materials found in
the home and mold. If the dog finds mold, the dog will alert the handler to the
location. MoldDogs™ receive more than 1000 hours of training and are proficient
in their duties before the handler arrives at the Academy. Each MoldDog™ and
handler is then paired and trained together throughout the course, after which they
continuously train to ensure accuracy. Quarterly testing and annual re-certification
are required. At the end of each re-certification course, the Certified Master Trainer
verifies that each canine team is still capable of detecting mold and then issues the
re-certification.

Remediation Inspections & Clearance Testing

No Eithical Conflicts of Interest!
Call  866.654.6654(MOLD)

Mold Detection Services, Inc. will inspect and test for mold in homes, apartments,
workplaces, commercial properties, boats, and anywhere else mold grows. A certified
mold inspector, utilizing the best equipment available in the industry, will carry out
every test and inspection. Consequently, our clients will receive the highest quality
service. Our services include a thorough inspection (utilizing a certified MoldDog™)
and follow-up testing (air samples, swabs and glass slides), accompanied by an
extensive report. In addition, we will be working with a nationally recognized lab,
dedicated to the production of accurate data, via high-quality equipment, and staffed
with professionals specialized in this field. We will not be involved in the remediation
of any mold problems, since this would be a CONFLICT OF INTEREST.

Call 866.654.MOLD  or  305.571.228O
Mold Detection Services, Inc.

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