momsAWARE on “Where Do I Begin?”
Andrea Fabry of momsAWARE shared an introduction to dealing with mold issues called “Where Do I Begin?”
From the article:
Questions to ask before you hire a hygienist:
* Do you believe mold is harmful? The answer must be yes
* What constitutes a “safe” level of mold? In an air sample, mold counts should be equal to or below outdoor counts. There should be no stachybotrys. Not one spore. Aspergillus should be present only at negligible levels. The standard in Belgium requires no more than 2.5 percent aspergillus in the total count.
* Can I see the report? Do not rely on a hygienist’s word. It’s important to see your counts for yourself, especially when assessing the levels of aspergillus.
The cost associated with mold testing is often a stumbling block, but it can save you thousands of dollars later. Precautionary testing before buying a home may prevent even greater financial loss.
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