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\n\tMold Expertise\t
\n <\/h2>\n<\/div>[vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1572366121792{padding-top: 24px\u00a0!important;}”]AMD Environmental is dedicated to the detection and prevention of mold and other microbial contaminants in indoor environments. We provide professional services for mold inspection, mold and allergen testing, and preventive maintenance.<\/p>\n

Every inspection project is supervised and conducted by a trained and certified mold assessor committed to maintaining the highest standards of integrity in the environmental inspection profession.<\/p>\n

During all mold assessments, AMD Environmental professionals follow the guidelines and recommendations provided by the ACGIH Bioaerosols Assessment and Control, AIHA Recognition, Evaluation, and Control of Indoor Mold, the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), and the New York Guidelines for Assessment of Fungi in Indoor Environments.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row content_aligment=”center” el_class=”darkrow” css=”.vc_custom_1534226490729{padding-top: 0px\u00a0!important;padding-bottom: 0px\u00a0!important;background-position: center\u00a0!important;background-repeat: no-repeat\u00a0!important;background-size: cover\u00a0!important;}”][vc_column css=”.vc_custom_1566213182987{padding-top: 0px\u00a0!important;padding-bottom: 0px\u00a0!important;}”][vc_video link=”https:\/\/youtu.be\/qdhme4mqynU” align=”right”][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row content_width=”grid” content_aligment=”center” css=”.vc_custom_1534240624021{padding-bottom: 24px\u00a0!important;}”][vc_column]\n

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\n\tWhat is Mold?\t
\n <\/h2>\n<\/div>[vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1572366346165{padding-top: 24px\u00a0!important;}”]Mold\u2014which is actually a fungus made up of multicellular filaments called hyphae\u2014can be found almost anywhere; the many, many types of mold\u2014including black mold and toxic mold\u2014grow on virtually any substance, as long as there is moisture. There are molds that can grow on wood, paper, carpet and foods.<\/p>\n

Some molds are toxic to humans, and exposure to them has the potential to cause a vast array of respiratory and other health issues as well as property damage. AMD Environmental has the equipment and experience to perform mold testing, sampling and monitoring on jobs of all sizes.<\/p>\n

Outdoors, mold has a natural role as a catalyst for decomposing organic matter. Indoors however, mold spores in large quantities, and accumulation can cause respiratory illness, give rise to allergies and allergic reactions, and potential serious threats to human health. Mold can also compromise the structural integrity of your property. We test for mold in the walls, to help you get rid of mold in your property[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row css=”.vc_custom_1534239905070{padding-top: 0px\u00a0!important;padding-bottom: 24px\u00a0!important;}”][vc_column]

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\n\tMold Services\t
\n <\/h2>\n<\/div>[vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1572366679970{padding-top: 24px\u00a0!important;}”]AMD Environmental\u2019s certified mold inspectors provide professional property assessments and microbial samplings in Buffalo, NY and across central and western New York. Our mold testing services include a full property visual inspection as well as physical testing by experienced and certified technicians. We\u2019ve provided services in everything from small residential settings and apartment complexes, to sporting arenas.<\/p>\n

Our experts inspect any property, inside and out, for visible signs of fungus, mold, and water staining or moisture intrusion. All visible surfaces in the building or home will be inspected. The heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC) systems are also inspected for signs of leaks or water buildup that can lead to mold growth. Our goal is to help you identify and get rid of mold in your house.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row content_width=”grid” content_aligment=”center” css=”.vc_custom_1534240753759{margin-bottom: 64px\u00a0!important;padding-top: 48px\u00a0!important;padding-bottom: 48px\u00a0!important;}”][vc_column]\n

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\n\tMold Assessments\t
\n <\/h2>\n<\/div>[vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1572366871286{padding-top: 24px\u00a0!important;}”]New York State consumer protections for mold testing<\/strong><\/p>\n

According to the New York State Department of Labor Mold Program: Article 32 of the New York State Labor Law<\/strong>, it is unlawful for any person to engage, advertise or hold themselves out as a mold assessor, remediation contractor, or abatement worker unless they have a valid mold license, issued by the Commissioner, for the type of\u00a0work they will be performing.<\/p>\n

The Department\u2019s Mold Program, updated as of January 1, 2016, is responsible for enforcing Article 32. It established licensing requirements and minimum work standards for professionals engaged in mold assessment and remediation. There are three main components to the law:<\/p>\n

Training:<\/strong> The Mold Program will protect consumers by requiring contractors to obtain appropriate\u00a0training prior to being licensed to perform mold assessment, remediation or abatement services.<\/p>\n

Licensing:<\/strong> Contractors will not be allowed to advertise or perform covered work without the required license, with limited exceptions such as home or business owners performing work on their own properties.<\/p>\n

Minimum Work Standards:<\/strong> The Mold Program also establishes new minimum work standards for mold assessments and remediation activities by licensed professionals, including:<\/p>\n

The law also provides consumer protection against fraud by prohibiting the performance of both the assessment and remediation on the same property by the same individual and by requiring an independent mold assessor, like AMD Environmental, to define the scope of\u00a0the remediation work.<\/p>\n

AMD Environmental helps both property owners and contractors navigate, understand, apply and abide by New York State\u2019s Mold Program legislation. In addition to providing the mold assessments and work specifications for contractors, we also provide the training that mold assessors and contractors need to obtain and maintain their certifications.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row content_aligment=”center” el_class=”darkrow” css=”.vc_custom_1534226490729{padding-top: 0px\u00a0!important;padding-bottom: 0px\u00a0!important;background-position: center\u00a0!important;background-repeat: no-repeat\u00a0!important;background-size: cover\u00a0!important;}”][vc_column parallax=”content-moving” parallax_image=”440″ css=”.vc_custom_1542013272389{padding-top: 164px\u00a0!important;padding-bottom: 164px\u00a0!important;}”]\n

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