Mold testing occurred in Cambridge, MA after PowerBees was contacted to perform an analysis at a residential home.  Two air samples and one Bio-Lift tape sample were taken at the property.  One air sample was taken in the attic, a second air sample was taken outside, and a Bio-Lift tape sample was taken from the plywood sheathing. The results from the samples showed moderate levels of airborne spores in the master bedroom and no spores on the surface sample.  The Penicillium / Aspergillus spore count elevated and may pose health risks if exposure is prolonged.  A total spore count of 2000 is considered a threshold level by the EPA and the total spore count (1920) is almost at that threshold.  The threshold is typically thought to be 1/3 Penicillium/Aspergillus, 1/3 Cladosporium and 1/3 other.  The Penicillium / Aspergillus count is nearly twice what might be considered an acceptable level. Stachybotrys was also found in near the master bedroom.  Stachybotrys isn’t safe at any level.  Based on air sample results and the visible water staining on the master bedroom ceiling, PowerBees recommended a remediation process to eliminate the airborne mold and to not allow the current mold spores to develop any further.

A PowerBees Inspector recently conducted a complimentary mold inspection at a single family home in Cambridge, Massachusetts for the purposes of estimating the cost of Mold Remediation.  The customer contacted us and reported mold in the attic that was identified during the removal of contents, although he had noticed discoloration in the past. We examined the 26’ x 30’ attic in this colonial style home.   Black, White and Grey Mold were visible on approximately 70% of the total plywood sheathing and 30% of the rafters. There were insufficient soffit vents and visible leaking with the roof.  There were gable vents (w/ thermostatic fan) and a functioning ridge vent.  Moisture may come in through a gable vent as well. Moisture detection readings, measured with a Delmhorst Moisture meter, registered as “high” in the roof sheathing and rafters mostly on the north side of attic. Humidity was measured at 62%, which is normal for today’s weather.  It is believed the mold resulted from improper ventilation and a buildup of condensation on the plywood sheathing.  To remediate, PowerBees will create a Managed Air Flow Environment on in the attic and employ the use of a HEPA Air Scrubber to remove airborne mold spores.  We will employ the use of HEPA Vacuuming and an antimicrobial agent to remediate the mold.  We will encapsulate the plywood sheathing with an EPA Kill-rated encapsulant. Air Scrubbers will capture airborne Mold Spores during the filtration process.

After contacting a PowerBees representative, a client in the city of Lexington requested that a PowerBees Certified Mold Investigator, conducted a complimentary mold inspection at the property for the purposes of estimating the cost of Mold Remediation.  The customer contacted us and reported mold in the attic that was identified during the removal of contents, although he had noticed discoloration in the past. We examined the 26’ x 30’ attic in this colonial style home.   Black, White and Grey Mold were visible on approximately 70% of the total plywood sheathing and 30% of the rafters. There were insufficient soffit vents and visible leaking with the roof.  There were gable vents (w/ thermostatic fan) and a functioning ridge vent.  Moisture may come in through a gable vent as well. Moisture detection readings, measured with a Delmhorst Moisture meter, registered as “high” in the roof sheathing and rafters mostly on the north side of attic. Humidity was measured at 62%, which is normal for today’s weather.  It is believed the mold resulted from improper ventilation and a buildup of condensation on the plywood sheathing.  To remediate, we will create a Managed Air Flow Environment on in the attic and employ the use of a HEPA Air Scrubber to remove airborne mold spores.  We will employ the use of HEPA Vacuuming and an antimicrobial agent to remediate the mold.

After a homeowner in Framingham, MA contacted a PowerBees representative, a Certified Mold Investigator, conducted a complimentary mold inspection at the property for the purposes of estimating the cost of Mold Remediation.  The customer contacted us and reported mold in the attic after a home inspection was performed for a prospective buyer.  We examined the 34’ x 24’ attic over the main living space in this colonial style home.   Black Mold was visible down near the eaves on the north side on approximately 20% of the total plywood sheathing. There were soffit vents and a non-functioning ridge vent.  However the soffit vents were covered with insulation. There were no gable vents.  Moisture detection readings, measured with a Delmhorst Moisture meter, registered as “normal” throughout the attic. Humidity was measured at 56%, which is normal for today’s weather.  It is believed the mold resulted from improper ventilation and a buildup of condensation on the plywood sheathing.   We inspected the partially finished basement.  There was one finished room and a wine cellar.  There were no physical signs of flooding, but there were cracks and evidence of water intrusion in the foundation.  There was a musty odor coming form the carpet in the finished section, suggesting that either high humidity or moisture has allowed mold to colonize.  Air Sampling can confirm the spore counts throughout the basement and is recommended to increase or reduce scope.  There was visible Grey and Black Mold on the water filter canisters and sheetrock near the water filtration system in the utility room.  The mold appears to be a result of a humidity and condensation issue and there were no sings of leaking, although the prior owner(s) may have make repairs.  There is no known history of the property.  PowerBees also reportede that there was also visible water damage in the kitchen ceiling.  There was also water staining in the garage ceiling and walls.  There was no visible mold in either of these areas and moisture levels were normal.

The city of Newton, MA was recently visited by PowerBees In.  A PowerBees Certified Mold Investigator, conducted a complimentary mold inspection at the property for the purposes of estimating the cost of Mold Remediation.  The customer contacted us and reported mold in the attic that was identified during the removal of contents, although he had noticed discoloration in the past. We examined the 26’ x 30’ attic in this colonial style home.   Black, White and Grey Mold were visible on approximately 70% of the total plywood sheathing and 30% of the rafters. There were insufficient soffit vents and visible leaking with the roof.  There were gable vents (w/ thermostatic fan) and a functioning ridge vent.  Moisture may come in through a gable vent as well. Moisture detection readings, measured with a Delmhorst Moisture meter, registered as “high” in the roof sheathing and rafters mostly on the north side of attic. Humidity was measured at 62%, which is normal for today’s weather.  It is believed the mold resulted from improper ventilation and a buildup of condensation on the plywood sheathing.  To remediate, we will create a Managed Air Flow Environment on in the attic and employ the use of a HEPA Air Scrubber to remove airborne mold spores.  We will employ the use of HEPA Vacuuming and an antimicrobial agent to remediate the mold.  We will encapsulate the plywood sheathing with an EPA Kill-rated encapsulant. Air Scrubbers will capture airborne Mold Spores during the filtration process.  Excessive moisture and heat facilitate the growth and proliferation of Mold.  A laboratory test was not conducted by PowerBees nor requested by the customer.  Mold was visible to the human eye.