How to Test for Mold Exposure in Oregon

Many of our Clients have a blood test for mold exposure. Some have found specific kinds of mold in their blood, while others have not. "According to doctors at Mayo Clinic, mold allergy symptoms are triggered by an overly sensitive immune system response. When you inhale tiny, airborne mold spores, your body recognizes them as foreign invaders and develops allergy-causing antibodies to fight them.  After the exposure has passed, you still produce antibodies that “remember” this invader so that any later contact with the mold causes your immune system to react. This reaction triggers the release of substances such as histamine, which cause itchy, watery eyes, runny nose, sneezing and other mold allergy symptoms." - Science & Wellness Organisation 

Molds can cause structural damage because they consume and destroy the material they settle upon. Mold can be hard to find because spores hide behind wall paper, drywall, insulation, in HVAC ventilation, attics and under carpet and subfloors. Mold undermines property value and can cause real estate sales to fail during the inspection period.  We can test the air quality, indoor humidity, and any visible mold with moisture meters and surface tape lifts to determine if there are unsafe levels of mold in your building. Schedule mold testing and inspection today!

Note - mold inspectors are not qualified to make health claims or recommendations.