The Elite Mold Learning Center

7 Signs You Need Professional Mold Testing

Knowing when to hire professional mold testing is key to safeguarding your home and protecting your family's health. Hiring certified mold assessors when you notice visible mold, musty odors, or health concerns helps uncover hidden growth and guides effective...

6 Essential Mold Prevention Strategies for Your Home

Effective mold prevention strategies help maintain a fresh, clean home environment in which every room feels safe and healthy. Strategies such as conducting regular inspections, controlling indoor humidity, and improving ventilation help safeguard your home while...

Understanding Your Mold Assessment Report: A Simple Guide

Sun Tzu wrote in The Art of War that there are two keys to any battle: know your enemy and know yourself. Mold is a brutal enemy to defeat because it's difficult to understand. There are so many species that it's hard to know which one you're dealing...

The Science Behind Mold Detection with Thermal Imaging

A report from the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health Centers for Disease Control and Prevention says that 47% of homes have some form of mold, often hidden behind walls or under flooring. Mold can impact air quality, damage structural...

Signs You Need to Mold Remediation Specialist (and Not a DIY Kit)

Cleango reports that over 45 million buildings across the United States contain harmful levels of mold. If you live in one of them, your first instinct might be to grab a DIY mold removal kit, but this is often unsuitable. In many situations, a better solution is to...

Airborne Mold: What It Is and Why You Should Be Concerned

A report by NIOSH, posted by the Arizona Republic, reveals that nearly 50% of American homes have some form of mold. While mold is often linked to visible spots on walls or ceilings, its most dangerous form is the one you can't see. Mold can become...

7 Must-Have Traits for Mold Testing Companies in Orlando, FL

As an integral part of nature, molds are everywhere: on land, water, plants, and yes, even inside homes. Indeed, as a U.S. News and World Report article notes, 47% of homes in the country have some mold or experience dampness. While molds indoors aren't always...

How Much Does Mold Testing Cost in Orlando, FL?

The CDC reports that approximately 47% of houses in the US have mold. Florida, in particular, has above-average mold growth in homes. Orlando's humid climate creates the perfect conditions for mold to grow, especially after a storm or plumbing leak. Whether you're a...

5 Mold Symptoms in Kids That You Shouldn’t Ignore

The CDC has openly discussed the link between mold in the home and the escalation of asthma symptoms for over 20 years now. In Central Florida's warm and damp air, be aware that spores can start settling in many areas, including inside ducts and playrooms, not only in...

Can You Manage Home Humidity for Mold Growth?

A report published by This Old House claims that around 3.7 million homes reported having mold. Moisture in the air might not seem like a threat at first. Over time, it can quietly turn your home into the perfect place for mold to grow.Understanding how humidity for...

Welcome to the ELITE Mold Inspection Learning Center. Our Learning Center blog is focused on mold and indoor air quality inspections and other home and safety related subjects. The topics are based on our experience providing mold inspection and testing in and around the Central Florida area.