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WHY TEST FOR MOLD IN VENTURA or IMPERIAL COUNTY?
A decade ago it was asbestos. Today, mold is in the spotlight and Ventura Imperial County is divided over whether mold really is a legitimate concern or just another over-rated environmental issue. What we hear about mold testing is often influenced by what someone is trying to sell us or want us to believe.

A SIGN OF THE TIMES.
Whatever we believe about mold in Ventura Imperial County, it is a reality that is here to stay. Numerous alerts from the medical profession in Ventura Imperial County and the skyrocketing number of lawsuits against landlords, realtors, employers, insurers, and even car dealers, warn us of the seriousness of mold and justify the need for proper mold testing, especially in Ventura Imperial County where everyone is sue-happy.

Some have even called mold "The Silent Killer". That may be on the extreme side, but with all the information available about mold and it's potential for harm, there are plenty of valid reasons for mold testing. For example, we now know that some molds produce mycotoxins which may be linked to severe cases of asthma, respiratory problems including bleeding lungs, and many other very serious ailments including immune system disorders. The medical and legal communities in San Diego County are now taking mold contamination very seriously. With so much overwhelming evidence to support the dangers of exposure to mold, mold testing is the first step in properly assessing whether an abnormal or elevated mold condition exists.

MOLD TESTING in Ventura Imperial County:

THERE ARE TWO SIDES TO EVERY STORY - THEN THERE'S THE TRUTH
The controversy over mold testing and the potentially harmful effects of mold is driven primarily by opinionated proponents on both sides of the mold testing issue with their own agenda.

SIDE 1 - "MOLD IS NO BIG DEAL"
There are some who will tell you that mold in Ventura Imperial County is no big deal and mold testing is not necessary. It is interesting to note that those who make such irresponsible statements also disclaim everything they say by warning you to wear a respirator and rubber gloves when cleaning mold. Why? If mold is "no big deal", why bother protecting your lungs and skin from it? The answer is; because mold can be a very big deal and the only way to really know for sure is by proper testing for mold.

SIDE 2: "MOLD WILL KILL YOU AND EAT YOUR HOUSE"
That almost sounds comical, but there are those "Chicken Little" types out there who will tell you that mold is the "end of the world" and try to scare you in to spending a fortune to rebuild your home, which just happens to be the business they are in. [see mold scams]

Because of the newness of the industry and the lack of official standards in Ventura Imperial County for investigating and reporting mold conditions, there are some unscrupulous "opportunists" out there who seek to capitalize on your naiveté. Proper mold testing by a third party mold inspector is the best way keep zealous mold contractors in check and provide you with accurate assessments of indoor mold conditions.

THE TRUTH:
Whenever you hear statements that seem extremely biased to one side of the mold testing issue or the other, be cautious. Our advice is, make sure the person testing for mold has no personal interest in how your mold tests come out. The truth is, under certain conditions, mold does have the potential to cause very costly damage to property and poses a serious health threat to humans and animals. Plain and simple. But not all Ventura Imperial County mold problems are catastrophic by default. Again, the best way to get an accurate and unbiased assessment of your mold condition is to have proper mold testing done by an uninterested third party mold inspector.

Does mold cause health problems with everyone? Of course not, but if you are susceptible to mold allergies or have other medical issues such as those described in our Health Effects page, there is a high probability that you will have an adverse reaction in moldy environments.

As for property damage, the very nature of mold is to decompose matter. Over a period of time, mold can destroy anything and everything it comes in contact with, including your home and personal belongings. Does the fact that mold is present in Ventura Imperial County automatically mean your property is doomed? Of course not. But the longer it goes un-addressed, the more damage it will cause.

The difference between a minor mold problem and a major problem is -

a) How long before you discover it, and
b) how long you wait to do something about it.

It is possible to take mold problems with you when you move your contaminated belongings from one house to another. We have even seen automobiles, trailers and motor homes become contaminated by spores in clothing, but that too happens very rarely.

WHY TAKE CHANCES?
If you suspect your property has a mold problem, the first responsible step is to take swift action. Having your home or office inspected and tested for mold will tell you whether you have a small clean-up project or a job that requires professional mold remediation. If you require mold remediation, an independent mold inspection will assist in determining proper abatement procedures and help keep your Ventura Imperial County remediation contractor honest.

THE VALUE OF RELIABLE INFORMATION:
Make Sure You Are Equipped With Accurate and Un-Biased Information.
It's important to know that your mold assessment is accurate and unbiased in order to truly know the extent of the problem and properly decide on a course of action. The only way to insure the reliability of a mold inspection is to make sure that the inspection company has nothing to gain from the results and does not benefit financially from the mold removal. In other words, do not have your Ventura Imperial County property inspected for mold by the same mold remediation contractor who gets paid to REMOVE your mold. In fact, do not allow anyone else to perform the inspection who might have something to sell you, based on the results. Furthermore, NEVER let your remediation contractor provide his own mold clearance testing. An un-biased mold clearance test is your only way to know if the mold remediation was successful. You cannot trust mold clearance testing to the contractor doing your remediation work. That's like grading your own report card.

Advanced Mold Inspections is not in the mold removal business. We are, in fact, certified mold remediators as well as certified mold inspectors in Ventura Imperial County, but we do not engage in any mold remediation services. Our certified mold inspectors are put though mold remediation training for the sole purpose of knowing whether or not your remediation work was done correctly or incorrectly.

AMI is not connected with any third parties on either side of mold issues. We do not benefit from anyone who would attempt to sell you anything or persuade you that mold is either no big deal, or the end of the world. When you hire AMI for mold inspection and mold testing services, you can count on accurate and un-biased information from Ventura Imperial County's most trusted mold inspection company.

KNOWLEDGE AND TIMING
It is estimated there is over 400,000 different types of mold. Less than 100,000 have actually been named, of which less that 1,000 are commonly found indoors. Of all the molds found indoors, less than 1% are known to be toxic. That's the good news. The bad news is, without proper mold testing and laboratory analysis there is no way to know the difference. There are thousands of molds that are black, thousands that are green, thousands that are brown, etc., etc. Direct microscopic analysis by highly trained and educated personnel is the only way to know for certain what types of mold are present in an environment.

When is a good time to test for mold? A good time to test for mold is:

• When you want to determine if mold is growing in you home.
• After any flooding or water damage event.
• Whenever you find a leak that has been present for more than 24 hours.
• Whenever you smell a moldy odor.
• Occupants of your home experience a long-term medical condition without a known cause.
• Unusual stains appear on furniture or building material.
• You suspect mold but do not see any visible mold growth.

If you suspect you have a mold problem, whether mold is visible or not, one call to Advanced Mold Inspections is all it takes to be sure. Our only interest is in providing our clients with accurate reporting of the data we collect in the course of the inspection process and reliable results of mold tests and samples.

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