Mold Blogs

Mold contamination inside homes and commercial buildings in the Long Island is often misunderstood because testing methods are frequently used without clear context. Two of the most common methods are air sampling and surface sampling for mold, yet they serve very different purposes and answer different questions. Understanding how each method works is essential before […]

Mold is a common problem in rental properties, especially in older buildings. When mold appears, some landlords choose the quickest and cheapest solution available. Many property owners cut corners in order to save money right away or prevent upsetting tenants. They concentrate on making the mold less noticeable rather than figuring out the cause of

In most cases, yes. A clearance test after mold remediation, also called post-remediation verification (PRV), provides objective proof that the mold was properly removed and the area is safe. It’s especially important for severe contamination, real estate sales, health concerns, or when you want documented evidence the job was done right. Many property owners assume

We have all heard this before: “No one goes in the basement, so we should be okay, right?”That is not exactly true. We hear this a lot: “There is mold in the basement, but we barely go there.” At first, that sounds like it makes sense. If you are not in the basement, it shouldn’t

Many people are or have been diagnosed with an allergy to penicillin as a negative reaction to taking antibiotics including Amoxicillin, Augmentin, or Penicillin V. But on the opposite side of the same coin, many people suffer from an allergic reaction for an extended period of time. This exposure can be not drug related but

A Guide for Homeowners, Tenants, and Property Managers If mold analysis has been done in a residential area, then in most cases, a report from a laboratory involves one of these three states of fungal ecology. These were all established as a means of establishing air quality in a residential area, as well as understanding

Mold Is NOT always visible right away. The majority of homeowners and property managers do not realize that they have a mold problem until they begin to detect unexplained damp odors, allergies, or discoloration on the ceiling or walls. Even worse, hidden mold can travel very quickly inside your home whether it’s through your walls,

Mold could do lots of property and health damage if left unchecked. At Quest Mold & Asbestos Inspection & Testing, we follow a clearly defined procedure to ensure accurate results and easy-to-follow remediation instructions. What follows is an in-depth look at how mold testing is performed step by step. 1. Initial Site Inspection Every project

Water damage to homes is commonly attributed to flood or heavy rain, but the most common culprit is right in front of our faces—household appliances. The washing machine, dishwasher, sink, and refrigerator are all fixtures and appliances that leak and overflow and spit water into spaces that are sometimes not visible. If this water isn’t

One of the most common but most missed causes of indoor mold growth is not having proper air flow. It might be a wet basement, an airtight room, or a subpar ventilated crawl space, but the fact remains that still air can hold moisture. Where moisture is present, mold and mildew are sure to arrive.