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Hidden Mold |
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When the panelling was removed this fungi was discovered |
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Hidden Mold |
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This fungi was discovered under resilient floor tile during a recent assessment |
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Drain Pan |
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This possible nicrobial growth was found in the condensate drip pan |
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More Fungal Growth |
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This photo from the same utility closet shows more fungal growth |
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Diffuser at Supply |
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This supply air diffuser showed signs of dark stains. Unusual for a building only 1 year old. |
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Impactor |
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Inertial impaction equipment used during IAQ sampling |
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Rot and Fungi |
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This home required extensive remediation and repair work performed due to excessive moisture |
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Bio-Growth |
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Visible fungal growth was found underneath this carpet in the padding |
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Fungal Growth On Coils |
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Fungal growth was found in this drip pan and on the coils. |
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Microbial Growth |
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Basement has severe water problem which has led to visible microbial growth |
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Odor Concealment |
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Air freshener discovered in duct. Concealed odors during sale of property. |
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Sump Pump Inoperable |
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Sump pump not functioning properly is feeding the basement water problem. |
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Large Opening Through Foundation Wall |
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Opening around soil stack clean out is permitting sewer gas to enter the basement. |
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Attic Sheathing |
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Improper ventilation in this attic has caused fungi growth on the substrate. |
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Attic Sheathing |
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Bath fans venting into the colder attic caused condensation which led to this biogrowth on the substrate. |
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Unattended Water Leak |
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This is what occurs when water leaks go unattended |
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Plumbing Backup |
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This photo was taken from a project where the water closet overflowed in an empty apartment. The leak was not discovered for weeks until odors were obvious |
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Excessive Humidity/Condensation |
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Excess humidity, dew points and condensation can lead to microbial contamination if left unattended |
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Leak at Wall/Shower Pan |
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This photo shows a home in which the shower pan/wall junction was not kept properly sealed. The mold is Stachybotrys |
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Sealed off prior to remediation |
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The bathroom with Stachybotrys in shower was contained prior to remediation procedures |
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Moisture Readings |
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Moisture levels in walls taken using a Tramex moisture meter |
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Fungal Amplification |
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Fungal amplification site located in cold closet corner. Dew point was reached at surface causing water to condensate |
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Unattended Water |
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This apartment building was a vacant unit in a multi-unit building. Sewer backed up. Went unnoticed until other tenants smelled something. |
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Vermiculite Insulation |
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This insulation can be found in many homes and could pose a health threat to occupants. Sometimes hidden under blown fiberglass. |
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