In response to the growing concern about mold (fungal) contamination and its health-related side effects. Salem Environmental has offered residential and commercial consultation and project management of mold-related problems since 2001. We perform the following services:

• Initial site inspection and review
• Annual multi-family and commercial property inspections and reports
• Non-engineering consultation for preventing moisture infiltration
• Bulk swab and indoor air quality (IAQ) sampling
• Remediation Services
• Infrared camera (IRC) moisture inspections

Experts estimate that over 10% of the general public suffers adverse respiratory effects from toxins produced by mold.

If you notice suspected fungal growth or sense that mold has made your house “sick”, Salem will perform a site inspection at a reasonable price. This inspection consists of visual screening, delineation of ambient air and wood moisture levels, and collection of one mold sample with independent laboratory analysis of that sample to confirm concentrations and types of mold. Approximately 2-3 business days after sample collection, Salem will submit a report in laymen’s terms to you summarizing the inspection results and, if necessary, any recommendations for remediation. Many times your mold problem can be solved by simple ventilation, HVAC filtration, HEPA cleaning, and dehumidification coupled with inexpensive treatment of the existing fungi with a disinfectant and moldicide application. Salem always considers demolition as the last option.

IRC: With each inspection, Salem also provides infrared imaging of hidden moisture problems with a FLIR® systems IRC. Infrared images show hidden water infiltration by color variation. The FLIR® Quick Report shows actual temperature ranges that allow Salem to pinpoint the water leakage. This saves the client both time and money in the demolition process.

Unlike many competitors, Salem uses only American Industrial Hygiene Association certified laboratories meeting the strict standards of AIHA’s Environmental Microbiological Acceptance Program (EMLAP). Our inspectors have all attended weeklong initial training seminars and receive annual updated training.