Windermere Air Sampling

Windermere Air Sampling…Is It An Effective Way Of Testing For Mold?
​Mold is a big issue in many homes today so diagnosing the problem is very important. A qualified mold assessor normally tests for mold by carrying out a visual inspection first, and then taking a surface sample. Another test that can be done in conjunction with these tests is air sampling. Let’s take a closer look at what this involves and whether it is an effective way to test for mold.
 
Air samples are a good way to diagnose a mold source that has not yet been detected. Mold spores are impossible to see with the naked eye, so the sample is sent to a lab and analyzed. The results will reveal whether or not there is mold present in the home and, if there is, will show the severity of the problem.

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How Does it Work?
What areas of the home are air samples normally taken? Obvious places include areas where mold is already visible. Samples would also be taken in areas of moisture intrusion or water damage and anywhere that has a musty odor, which could indicate mold growth.
 
There are various factors that can affect an air sample reading. Firstly, its best to carry out testing with doors and windows closed and any indoor-outdoor air exchangers switched off. The weather also plays a role, for example, it is not a good idea to take an air sample during severe thunderstorms or extremely high winds as these can affect the accuracy of the test. Air pressure changes can also alter mold spore levels which would change those levels indoors as well.

How Can You Improve Your Indoor Air Quality?
A healthy indoor air quality is essential to the well being of a home’s occupants.  There are a lot of simple ways to improve indoor air quality, one of those ways is regularly replacing your HVAC systems filters.  But, how often should they be changed to maintain a healthy environment in the home?
 
While you need to have your HVAC system serviced once a year, you should change the filter a lot more regularly.  Depending on the amount of use the system gets, every 3 months is ideal.  However, under certain conditions, you may want to consider replacing it more often than that.  When checking the filter, if you notice it is damaged or has become wet or damp, then it should be replaced immediately.  If not, dangerous toxins such as mold spores can be released into the air and dispersed through the house.
 
Changing the filter as often as once a month is beneficial for some homes.  This might be necessary for larger families or those with pets.  If anyone living in the home has allergies or if there are any smokers in the house, these are also reasons to change the filter more frequently.
 
Your homes outdoor environment should also dictate how regularly you change HVAC filters.  For example, if there is a lot of construction going on in the neighborhood, if you live in an agricultural area or even if there have been wildfires in the surrounding area, it would be wise to replace filters often. 
 
Replacing your homes HVAC filter regularly is a simple and effective way to maintain a healthy indoor air quality.  

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