Mold Testing
Mold testing can tell you if you have a mold problem in your home. Mold tests can also help you find hidden mold, measure your indoor air quality and identify what species of mold is in your home. It’s best to have mold testing performed for you by a qualified mold professional and for the Environmental Services in Jacksonville FL. Hiring a professional mold tester who is experienced at collecting and analyzing mold samples will always lead to the most accurate results.
Lead Paint Testing
If your home was built before 1978, there is a good chance it has lead-based paint. In 1978, the federal government banned consumer uses of lead-containing paint, but some states banned it even earlier. Lead from paint, including lead-contaminated dust, is one of the most common causes of lead poisoning.
Environmental Services in Jacksonville FL, Lead paint is still present in millions of homes, sometimes under layers of newer paint. If the paint is in good shape, the lead paint is usually not a problem. Deteriorating lead-based paint (peeling, chipping, chalking, cracking, damaged, or damp) is a hazard and needs immediate attention.
Water Testing
The National Ground Water Association (NGWA) recommends Environmental Services in Jacksonville FL, test their water at least annually for bacteria, nitrates, and any contaminants of local concern. More frequent testing should be considered if:
There is a change in the taste, odor, or appearance of the well water, or if a problem occurs such as a broken well cap, inundation by floodwaters, or a new contamination source.
Asbestos Testing
Asbestos is a common name for a group of naturally occurring minerals used in the manufacturing of numerous building products since the early 1900’s. Prolonged inhalation of asbestos fibers can cause serious and fatal illnesses including lung cancer, mesothelioma, and asbestosis. Concern of asbestos related illness in modern times began with the 20th century and escalated during the 1920s and 1930s. By the 1980s, asbestos trade and use were heavily restricted, phased out, or banned outright in an increasing number of countries.