Mold Testing Services

As the Atlantic hurricane season begins, EMSL Analytical, Inc., a leading provider of industrial hygiene, environmental, and indoor air quality testing services, is urging property owners, contractors, and public health officials to prepare for potential post-storm environmental hazards.

 

While structural damage is often the most visible impact following a hurricane or tropical storm, less obvious threats, such as mold growth, chemical contamination, and exposure to hazardous building materials, can pose serious long-term health risks if not properly addressed.

 

Flooding and excess moisture create ideal conditions for mold, which can develop within 24 to 48 hours. Porous materials like drywall, carpeting, and insulation are especially vulnerable, and exposure can trigger allergic reactions, respiratory issues, and other health concerns.

 

Floodwaters may also carry contaminants such as petroleum products, pesticides, heavy metals, sewage, and industrial chemicals. These pollutants can linger in sediments and building materials long after the water recedes.

 

“Right after a hurricane, many people focus on drying out their property, but it’s equally important to understand what the water brought with it,” said Joe Frasca, Senior Vice President of Marketing at EMSL Analytical, Inc. “Testing for contaminants is critical before re-occupancy. Cleanup and rebuilding can also disturb hazardous materials in older buildings, including lead-based paint and asbestos, releasing toxic dust and fibers that pose serious health risks if not managed properly.”

 

To support recovery efforts, EMSL Analytical offers laboratory testing for mold, sewage, chemicals, lead, asbestos, and other hazardous materials. The company also provides sampling supplies, easy-to-use test kits, building inspection tools, air monitoring instruments, and personal protective equipment.

 

With a national laboratory network and decades of experience, EMSL Analytical delivers accurate results and reliable support for disaster recovery. For more information, visit www.EMSL.com, call (800) 220-3675, or email info@EMSL.com. Test kits are available at www.EMSLTestKits.com.

 

About EMSL Analytical, Inc.

EMSL Analytical is one of the leading testing laboratories with locations throughout the United States and Canada. EMSL is a nationally recognized and locally focused provider specializing in fast laboratory results for mold, bacteria, Legionella, USP <797>, pathogens, asbestos, lead, soot, char & ash from fires, VOCs, odors, radon, formaldehyde, indoor air quality, microbiology, environmental, industrial hygiene, radiological, food, beverage & consumer products, and material testing services for the identification of unknown substances. EMSL services both professionals and the general public. EMSL maintains an extensive list of accreditations from leading organizations as well as state and federal regulating bodies including, but not limited to A2LA, AIHA LAP, LLC. (AIHA EMLAP, AIHA IHLAP, AIHA ELLAP), NVLAP, CDC ELITE, CPSC, CA ELAP, NY ELAP, TX DOH, NJDEP and multiple other state accrediting agencies. Please visit our website at www.EMSL.com for a complete listing of accreditations. In addition, EMSL carries a wide range of Sampling Equipment and Investigative Products for environmental professionals.