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Mold Inspection vs. Mold Testing: What Is The Difference?

A mold inspection finds the problem and its cause. Mold testing names what is present and measures it. When each one is worth paying for, in plain English.

Florida Mold Law: Why The Assessor And The Remediator Are Separate

Florida licenses mold assessors and mold remediators separately, and limits one company doing both on the same building within 12 months. What the statute says.

After A Leak Or A Storm: The First 48 Hours

EPA guidance is to dry water-damaged materials within 24 to 48 hours to prevent mold growth. What to do first after a leak or a storm in a Florida home.

How To Read A Mold Lab Report

How to read a mold air sample report: spore types, counts per cubic metre, the outdoor baseline, and why there is no official pass or fail number.

Do You Need A Mold Inspection When Buying A House In Florida?

A general home inspection usually does not include mold sampling. When a separate mold inspection is worth it for a Florida home buyer, and how to time it.