Testing for the presence and types of mould can help identify water damage in buildings and assess potential health risks in residential and commercial properties. Hill Labs is the trusted choice for consultants, inspectors and property professionals who need accurate, science-backed results. Our labs deliver fast, accurate results, with expert support for confidence in your decisions.
Mould is found nearly everywhere and is visible in various colours depending on its species and age. It thrives in damp indoor spaces, damaging buildings, spoiling food, and causing health issues like allergies, asthma, and infections. Moulds reproduce by releasing tiny spores that spread through air, water, or animals. These spores can grow into new mould colonies when they land on suitable surfaces with moisture and nutrients. Visual identification is unreliable, and professional testing is needed to determine mould types and assess water damage.
Our labs offer mould testing in accordance with international standards to identify a broad range of fungi including common household mould such as Alternaria, Aspergillus, Cladosporium, and Penicillium. A full list can be found in our technical note.
Direct Examination of Mould (Tape)
This method is simple and effective to visually inspect and identify mould growth on surfaces. This is done in accordance with ASTM D7658 - 17 Standard Test Method for Direct Microscopy of Fungal Structures from Tape.
Spore Trap
This method is used to detect and identify airborne mould spores in indoor and outdoor environments. This is done in accordance with ASTM D7391 - 20 Standard Test Method for Categorization and Quantification of Airborne Fungal Structures in an Inertial Impaction Sample by Optical Microscopy.
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Please note: Hill Labs strongly recommend that you engage the services of a consultant when you are checking a property for mould. Hill Labs does not offer a mould sampling service and are unable to provide an interpretation of mould results. A consultant will be able handle the entire process for you (sampling and reporting), and the report from the consultant will have legal standing.
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