San Francisco Mold Removal & Testing

Black mold (Stachybotrys) in your home or business is more than an inconvenience. In addition to causing structural damage, black mold’s mycotoxins can contribute to severe health complications.

If you suspect black mold growth, it is critical that you schedule an immediate mold inspection. Temporary exposure to mycotoxins can cause nausea, nose bleeds, vomiting and flu-like symptoms, but the adverse health effects will worsen over time. Prolonged exposure can contribute to birth defects, coma and even death.

Call NIET for Black Mold Remediation in San Francisco

Black mold removal is not a do-it-yourself project. Disturbing a mold site can cause spores to release into the air. These can travel throughout a building via the HVAC system.

Spores can land in other rooms of your home or business, which can lead to new growth sites. Building occupants can inhale these spores and fall victim to mycotoxin poisoning.

A San Francisco mold removal expert from National Indoor Environmental Testing will arrive promptly and conduct a thorough inspection. We use industry-standard techniques and equipment, including moisture meters and fiber optics, to identify all growth sites, remove them and prevent future outbreaks.

Do not trust a low-budget, inexperienced company with black mold remediation. NIET has built a reputation on providing prompt, reliable service. We will make your home or business safe and mold-free as quickly as possible. Call 855-349-2356 today to schedule a mold inspection in San Francisco.

What Causes Black Mold Growth?

The most common cause of black mold growth is water damage. Roof leaks and burst pipes behind walls can create an environment that is conducive to mold outbreaks.

Black mold tends to grow in out-of-the-way places that are undisturbed for several days at a time. These include basements, rooftops and behind walls. Black mold takes longer to colonize than most mold strains, so it needs an undisturbed area to grow.

Stachybotrys thrives in moist, warm areas, but it doesn’t need a significant amount of water to colonize. In fact, high humidity levels may be enough to cause a mold outbreak.

Checking House for Mold

Black mold gets its name from its blackish-green color. It has a slimy layer on top, but if the source of moisture has dissipated, the growth site may appear dry and grayish. However, this does not mean that the mold is harmless. Dry sites are more likely to release spores into the air, which can land in other rooms and cause new outbreaks.

The easiest way to identify black mold is to see it. If your building recently suffered water damage, then you may encounter mold growth in the days or weeks that follow the cleanup. If this happens, do not attempt to clean the site yourself. Get everyone out of the building, and schedule an immediate black mold test.

In certain cases, black mold goes unnoticed for weeks or even months. Property owners only suspect mold growth after somebody complains about persistent allergy symptoms. Other times, business- and homeowners identify mold by its characteristic “musty” smell. If you suspect mold growth, even if you have not seen the outbreak, schedule a mold inspection as soon as possible.

Black Mold Poses a Serious Health Risk

Black mold is one of nature’s silent killers. Its mycotoxins can enter the body through the skin or inhalation and wreak havoc on your respiratory, circulatory, reproductive and neurological systems.

If you notice any of these symptoms, schedule an immediate mold inspection:

• Coughing;


• Internal bleeding;


• Sneezing;


• Heart palpitations;


• Vomiting blood;


• Blurry vision;


• Or nausea.

Black mold can be particularly dangerous to the elderly and infants due to their weak immune systems. Mycotoxins can also cause birth defects, so pregnant women should never enter a building with a black mold outbreak.

Call NIET to Schedule a Mold Inspection in San Francisco, California

Black mold can be a property owner’s worst nightmare. If you have recently suffered water damage, or if you have noticed the telltale signs of a mold outbreak, contact National Indoor Environmental Testing.

Our team of San Francisco mold remediation experts will provide prompt mold removal services, and we will take steps to prevent future outbreaks. An NIET technician will give your project the individual attention that it deserves. Call us today at 855-349-2356 to get started.