Mold Testing: Is It Worth It?

SANTA ROSA — After finding mold in their homes, many people wonder if they should have it lab-tested to find out what strain it is and what level of threat it poses. However, while it’s good to be educated about the nature of a mold problem, testing isn’t always a worthwhile measure. From a remediation standpoint, all mold problems are the same. Whether it’s Stachybotrys or Penicillium, the process used to remove it isn’t going to change.

There are lots of test kits that allow you to send a mold sample to a lab and pay to have it identified. However, a more cost-effective measure is to call a mold remediation professional who can take care of the problem in a safe, proper manner. Overall, unless you have a genuine scientific interest in spores, having your mold lab-tested is a superfluous measure.