At Tri State Restorations we offer bulk or surface sampling by a trained certified inspector in appropriate bulk sampling methodology.  

Bulk or surface sampling should be performed if the building inhabitants are suffering from health problems, which are or may be associated with fungal exposure. Bulk or surface sampling should also be performed to identify the presence or absence of mold if visual inspection is equivocal (e.g. discoloration and staining are possible but not conclusive signs of fungi).  

Bulk samples are collected from visibly moldy surfaces by scraping and cutting materials with a clean tool into a clean plastic bag.  

Surface samples are collected by wiping a measured area with a sterile swab or stripping the suspect surface with a clear tape. The surface sample is then transferred to a potato dextrose agar Petri dish. The dish is then incubated in a special incubator that contains high humidity and void of all ambient light at a temperature suitable for mold growth. 

The most accurate mold identification is possible within a short time of live culturing of the mold cultures.  After a short time of incubation, the fungi samples are removed and identified down to the genus and to species where possible through visual identification under the microscope.

Tri State Restorations believes in giving our clients choices that fit their needs. We know time is of the essence when it comes to your family’s health. In most cases we can offer next day business interpreted lab results. Call to speak to a courteous representative at 866-818-1949 to learn more.  

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