Mold Testing for the Denver Area

Mold Testing and Inspections for the Denver Area are performed by a Council-Certified Microbial Consultant (CMC) with 20 years of experience. CMC is the highest mold certification designation. CMC's are qualified to interpret mold samples and perform mold consulting tasks. All mold testing and inspections include a written report with a summary and recommendations.
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303-989-6809
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Mold Testing Options:


Level 1 Assessment – $285.
Mold testing and mold visual inspection of 1 suspect location. Includes 2 samples, visual inspection using IR camera, particle counter, moisture meter, and hygrometer; also analysis by an independent laboratory and written report by CMC, in 2 work days.

​Additional sample for Level 1 of Level 2 - $75

Level 2 Assessment – $395.
Mold testing and mold visual inspection of house. Includes 2 finished levels up to 3000 sq. ft., and 3 samples. Add $65 for additional levels, additional sq. ft. or additional samples. Mold visual inspection, testing and a report written by CMC; & use of IR camera, particle counter, moisture meter and hygrometer, when appropriate. Sample analysis by  independent laboratory, with results in 2 work days.

Written Report for Level I or Level 2 Assessments Includes:
  • air sample "mold scoring" for general health effects by CMC
  • analysis and explaination of spore count data
  • average outdoor readings for Colorado for the month 
  • visual inspection items with photos
  • recommendations for repairing and/or remediating significant problems
  • laboratory report with spore count data

Pretest Conditions - 12 hour before scheduled test:
  • Windows need to be kept closed.
  • Don't vacuum or clean up
  • Turn ceiling fans off.
  • Turn air cleaners off.
  • Postpone activities that would stir up the air​
Note - Mold testing is not recommended during home inspections.

​Many Restoration Companies are not performing follow up tests for their remediation's. This has in turn started a trend towards companies not performing the cleaning tasks after the demolition phase of the remediation. We highly recommend follow up testing by an independent environmental professional (IEP) as recommended by the IICRC S520 standard, to prove that the remediation was successful. Otherwise how would you know.

Council-certified Microbial Consultant     
Reports include mold score and average monthly outdoor counts for Colorado

Certified - Council-Certified Microbial Consultant "CMC" by the American Council for Accredited Certification "ACAC," formerly known as the American Indoor Air Quality Council. CMC's are required to document having 8 years of experience working with individuals that are experiencing health issues from microbial exposure; returning occupants to normal health and the structure to a normal fungal ecology. This is the highest designation for a mold inspector and qualifies the individual to make determinations on health effects from lab testing data.

Experienced – We have over 16 years experience with mold testing and mold inspections in Colorado.

Equipment - Infer-red camera, hygrometer, laser particle counter, moisture meter, camera.

Mold testing includes using a handheld laser particle counter. This instrument counts tiny particles in 6 size ranges real time to help steer inspectors to mold problems. It allows us to minimize the number of samples for lab analysis while maximizing the effectiveness of each sample. Infer-Red camera and  moisture meter are also used for mold inspections when appropriate. These instruments can detect moisture inside walls that can lead to a mold problem. ​
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Inferred Image. Blue areas are wet. Wetness produces a cool signature from evaporation that IR Cameras can detect.
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Photo of same area shown in IR Image above. Black mold found in home on wall, while conducting mold inspection.
What is mold?
  • Microscopic organisms (fungi).
  • Mold breaks down organic material.
  • Wet conditions cause growth.
  • Mold releases many microscopic spores.
  • Mold spores are present virtually everywhere.

Conditions that promote mold growth.
  • Organic food source + wetness or humidity
  • Flooding, plumbing leaks
  • Structural wood floor with poor ventilation
  • Poor drainage causing foundation leaks
  • Roof and gutter leaks
  • Shower leaks, Toilet Leaks
  • Humidifiers
  • Sprinkler hitting the house
  • Windows leaking
  • Exterior walls not breathing, causing condensation
  • Breach in exterior wall allowing rain to get in
  • Lumber installed with mold on it.


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Aspergillus Flavus at high magnification
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Micrograph of slide at high magnification
Links to other mold sites:
The EPA has a guide "A Brief Guide to Mold, Moisture, and Your Home," for home owners about residential mold problems and how to prevent mold growth. To view the publication or order a copy click the link.  http://www.epa.gov/mold/moldguide.html   
The guide can also be ordered by calling the EPA at 1-800-438-4318, and asking for EPA publication 402-K-02-003. 

EPA's main page for mold information and resources. Provided by the Indoor Air Quality Division. https://www.epa.gov/mold