ABOUT US

WE ARE AN EXPERT MOLD INSPECTION AND TESTING COMPANY LOCATED IN SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA.
 
​ Black Mold Analysis (BMA) is Veteran Owned and operated. We are the #1 mold inspection and testing company in San Diego County (we service all of Southern California) with extensive experience and industry standard education in mold analysis. In order to provide you the best service possible, our inspectors are highly qualified and maintain current Mold testing, Mold Inspection and Indoor Air Quality (IAQ) certifications.
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Professional and Discreet: Black Mold Analysis has completed thousands of mold inspection and testing. We understand the importance of doing the inspection and testing thoroughly and to allow the results to answer any unknown questions. An inspector can’t tell  during the mold testing process the levels of what species is present. A tenant or a buyer can be confident that our certified lab will provide accurate results.


Home Inspections:  Many clients may want to know the air quality inside of a specific property before opening escrow and Black Mold Analysis can provide laboratory tested results. Due to normal conditions, homes and buildings often have water intrusion. This is where our expertise can help! Many of these water issues can be cleaned up and remediated quickly and inexpensively, giving your clients peace of mind. Our inspection team has 40 years of construction knowledge and we are here to help you and your clients!
 
Health Concerns: There are times when your clients may have pre-existing health conditions and they may need a property inspected and tested so they feel comfortable moving forward.  (Compromised Immune Systems, Over Exposure to Mold in the past, allergies, Lime Disease….and several other reasons)
 
"At Black Mold Analysis, your health is truly our #1 priority"

Our experienced Mold Inspectors go through all your property to reveal hidden health concerns and any presence of moisture, leak, or visible mold growth. We then recommend appropriate procedures, e.g, Surface Sample, Air Samples, Wallonoscopy (Inside Wall), Swab Sample, Tape Lift, or Bulk Sample testing, depending on the concern. Once the Independent Laboratory results are in, usually within 24-48 hours, Black Mold Analysis make detailed recommendations, and interpretation is provided. We will include in the report ways to improve conditions that are prone to mold exposure, depending on the area of concern.

Black Mold Analysis has recently assisted FEMA during the disasters and have served the state of California, the US Federal Government, commercial property managers, homeowners, property management companies, insurance adjusters, real estate professionals, and homeowners throughout San Diego County. Black Mold Analysis has had the pleasure to help educate thousands of San Diegan's on how to live in a cleaner air environment. With 1000's of mold Inspection and testing under our belt, we have been privy to multitudes of mold conditions and know the oft hidden suspect fungal locations. One day at a time we help community members come to better understanding of what they are breathing, and what they can do to live in better air quality through education, and factual lab tested data. 
Even though it's impossible to eradicate all the allergens inside your home, the number and daily exposure to them can be reduced by making some simple changes. Black Mold Analysis stands by our service 100% satisfaction guaranteed. 

​Volunteer Work:
We give back to our community by Volunteering as Coaches,and Referees for our local youth soccer team. 

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SERVICES

INDOOR AIR QUALITY TEST

   There may be several factors that can affect the air quality of your home or office. We can help determine if there is a healthy level of indoor air quality in your environment that may be affected by mold growth.

MOLD ANALYSIS
    There's thousands of mold species some of which can be toxic to your health. Throughout the mold inspection we locate probable areas of growth based on temperature, and humidity. We then test and identify the type of mold to determine if it's hazardous.

CONSULTATION

  We outline our recommendations along with expert advice and consultation specifically tailored to your unique situation. The recommendations will include the cause and origin of the mold growth and outline a sampling plan if necessary to collect samples.

NETWORKING
   If there is a service you're looking for that we don't provide, we are more than welcome to share our expert recommendations to help you to find a solution. With our vast experience in this industry, we are here to help you as best we can.

 

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MOLDOLOGY

What are some common types of mold?

Black Mold: The most infamous species, Stachybotrys Chartarum, known as "black mold" in the U.S., are frequently associated with poor indoor air quality.

Cladosporium: Cladosporium is a common mold that may affect your health. It can cause allergies and asthma in some people. Rarely, it can cause infections.

Aspergillus: Some species of Aspergillus can cause infection in humans and other animals. They are often found visibly in decaying vegetation, it's quite common.

Penicillium: Penicillium fungi are extremely important to the natural environment. Some members of the genus produce penicillin, a molecule that is used as an antibiotic.

Alternaria: Known as plant pathogens. They are common allergens in humans, growing indoors and causing hay fever or hypersensitivity.

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​Air Quality Concerns?

​Symptoms of poor indoor air quality are very broad and depend on the contaminant. They can easily be mistaken for symptoms of other illnesses such as seasonal allergies, stress, colds, and influenza. The most common symptoms are:

• Allergic reactions
• Blurry vision
• Burning/watery eyes
• Clinical depression
• Concentration difficulties
• Coughing
• Decreased lung function
• Dizziness
• Fatigue
• Feeling sick at home/work
• Headaches
• Lethargy
• Nausea
• Respiratory problems
• Respiratory irritation
• Skin rashes
• Sneezing
• Upper respiratory congestion

  When is a Home/Mold Inspection Needed?
  

• Any symptons previously mentioned
• For Peace of Mind
• IAQ Testing
• Musty/Strange Smells
• New Home Purchase
• Mold Test after Remediation
• Mold Test Follow-up after Mold Removal
• Recent Water Damage
• Real Estate Transaction
• Visible Mold Growth

If you notice relief from your symptoms soon after leaving a particular room or building, your symptoms may be caused by indoor air contaminants. Indications not limited to moldy, damp earthy smells, and moisture.

  Conflict of Interest?

HEALTHY Air quality is an integral part of your health. Black Mold Analysis is in the TESTING ONLY business. Unfortunately, there are many remediation and abatement companies provide "complimentary" mold testing as part of their service to customers. Regrettably, this unsavory practice indicates the company is taking advantage of each client they obtain in order to increase the estimated cost for cleanup. Finding a reputable company to assist with your needs can be challenging. Black Mold Analysis has taken all the guesswork out of this process by guaranteeing our inspection results.

  Respiratory Health Effects
Consult the EPA’s Health Effect Symptom Reference Chart to determine the cause of the particular health effect:
  

• Rhinitis, nasal congestion (inflammation of the nose, runny nose)
• Epistaxis (nose bleeds)
• Dyspnea (difficulty of breathing or painful breathing)
• Pharyngitis (sore throat), cough
• Wheezing, worsening asthma
• Severe lung disease

More Severe Health Effects. Consult the EPA’s Health Effect Symptom Reference Chart to determine the cause of the particular health effect such as:
  

• Conjunctive (eye) irritation
• Rashes
• Fever, chills
• Tachycardia (rapid heartbeat, sometimes leading to shortness of breath)
• Headache or dizziness
• Lethargy, fatigue, malaise
• Nausea, vomiting, anorexia
• Myalgia (muscle pain)
• Hearing loss

 What is Mold?

Molds are fungi that can be found both indoors and outdoors. No one knows exactly how many species of fungi exist in the world, but estimates range from three hundred thousand or more. Mold grows best in warm, damp, wet and humid conditions, and spread and reproduce by making spores. Mold spores can survive harsh environmental conditions, such as dry conditions, that do not support normal mold growth. Some people are sensitive to molds. Symptoms such as nasal stuffiness, eye irritation, wheezing, or skin irritation are some of the common effect amongst others. Some people with serious allergies to molds may have more severe reactions. Severe reactions may occur among workers exposed to large amounts of molds in occupational settings, such as closed up offices, cubicles, water intrusions, lack of ventilation. Severe reactions may include fever and shortness of breath. Some people with chronic lung illnesses, such as obstructive lung disease, may develop mold infections in their lungs. In 2004 the Institute of Medicine (IOM) found there was sufficient evidence to link indoor exposure to mold with upper respiratory tract symptoms, cough, and wheeze in otherwise healthy people; with asthma symptoms in people with asthma; and with hypersensitivity pneumonitis in individuals susceptible to that immune-mediated condition. The IOM also found limited or suggestive evidence linking indoor mold exposure and respiratory illness in otherwise healthy children. In 2009, the World Health Organization issued additional guidance. WHO Guidelines for Indoor Air Quality: Dampness and Mold Other recent studies have suggested a potential link of early mold exposure to development of asthma in some children, particularly among children who may be genetically susceptible to asthma development, and that selected interventions that improve housing conditions can reduce morbidity from asthma and respiratory allergies, but more research is needed in this regard.

  Where are molds found?

Molds are found in virtually every environment and can be detected, indoors and outdoors, year round. Mold growth is encouraged by warm and humid conditions. Indoors they can be found where humidity levels are high, such as bathrooms, kitchens, laundry rooms, basements, crawl spaces, & HVAC ducts.
 
For more information, please visit the CDC website: Click Here

 

Contact & Location

Servicing all Southern CA counties, San Diego, Riverside, Orange Conty, Los Angeles and Orlando, Florida.              Please Call us to find out more.
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​Phone:
Primary Contact Number: 619-990-2885
Orlando Florida: 321-443-7315

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