Microbial Issues
Microbial Origin and Cause
The investigative procedure generally consists of the following:
- Develop understanding of problem and history
- General walk around and then focused investigation
- Obtain information on all building materials and code requirements in area of loss (i.e., type of materials, age, type of insulation, type of HVAC system)
- Building science and HVAC specialties
- Document environmental conditions within structure
- Perform moisture mapping and document fungal patterns
- Conduct environmental sampling
- Develop sketch of building footprint and document all evidence discovered
- Eliminate sources of causes of fungal conditions
- Connect the dots and develop a firm understanding of the Origin and Cause
Preparing to enter crawlspace for inspection. Typically a dust mask is worn instead of a full face respirator.
