tri-tech allergen investigation faq-what to expect
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allergen and mold testing, what the homeowner/building occupants should knowTRANSCRIPT
Tri-Tech Building Hygiene Services a subsidiary of Freelance Enviro-Tech Services LLC
Joseph Burley, Principal Consultant
248-721-8574
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“Providing Environmental Building Hygiene Services for Over 20 Years”
asbestos •••• lead paint/hazardous materials •••• mold
Published 10.2010 subject to change without notice
Allergen Investigation Services-Background and FAQ
Building Preparation
Allergen investigations do not include detection of all possible allergens and chemicals
posing a hypersensitivity hazard. To assist the investigation, do not leave any uneaten food
inside interior garbage cans. In addition, please cease from using any of the following
products in the household prior to the investigation:
Paint/nail polish/other strong chemicals, perfume, perfumed soap, cologne,
cigarettes/cigars, latex
Please report to the investigator any changes in occupant symptoms upon cessation of these
products/practices. In addition, please maintain "closed house" conditions to the extent
practical until the investigation is completed.
Investigator Interview
To assist the investigator, please be able to provide the following during the site visit:
� Location of discharge of bathroom, kitchen and dryer exhaust
� Pet history
� Cleaning methods and type of vacuums used
� Operation of humidifiers/dehumidifiers
� Roof leak/ice dam areas
� Flooding/sewage backup/pipe break history
� Building remodeling and renovation history (to the extent available)
For obvious reasons, be prepared to provide access to pipe chases, attic hatches, crawl spaces
and mechanical areas.
Frequently Asked Questions
Will you be able to tell me if the allergen test results identified are causing my health
problems?
No, that is best left to a medical professional's judgment. Individual susceptibility to allergens
is extremely variable from person to person.
Can you tell me if the mold is dead or alive?
No, for most purposes viable (living) and non-viable (dead) mold presents the same health risk.
Viability testing is expensive and not recommended for residential concerns.