How to Test for Mold

Are you seeing signs of mold in your home or commercial property? Are you concerned that the problem may get worse if not addressed? You can schedule a free mold inspection with BioClean, but if you just can’t wait another day to know if there’s mold in your home, you can alleviate your concerns with a viable mold test kit and a few testing tips. 

How To Test Your Home for Mold

Using a mold testing kit, you can collect samples from strategic locations throughout your home and receive results back pretty quickly. In the worst-case scenario, your results may test positive for mold spores and you can send the results to a lab in order to determine what kind of mold it is. At-home tests are a good initial check for the presence of mold, but it’s always smart to get a trained professional in to perform a free inspection of your space. This will ensure that results are accurate and comprehensive.

Common Areas to Check for Mold

Not sure where mold might be hiding in your home? Unfortunately, mold can get comfy in a number of places. Typically, dark, undisturbed, and wet environments are the perfect places for mold to thrive. Consider checking for mold:

Mold Testing Kits

Mold testing kits are available at most home improvement stores or online retailers, although not all tests are the same. There are some kits that only test for the presence of mold on surfaces, while others collect or grow samples of the mold that may be in your home. In order to test for mold spores yourself without the help of a professional, you should purchase a viable mold test kit. These can range in price from about $20-$45. The testing process can take a few days or even longer if you need to send it out for further testing to a lab. This can also be an extra charge. While you can certainly test for mold on your own, it is highly recommended that you hire a professional to test your home for mold. You can use an at-home testing kit, but to make sure there are no errors in testing, seeking professional help is the best way to go.

BioClean Can Test for Mold

If you’d rather leave mold testing to the professionals, BioClean can help. We provide free inspections throughout the state of Connecticut and service the Westchester county area with all mold inspection and remediation services. Contact us today to schedule your free inspection and gain peace of mind about the health and cleanliness of your home!