Mold Testing Lab.com is the First in the Nation to Offer Mold Sample Test Results in 24 Hours.

Concerned citizens now have an inexpensive method to find out if their concerns about mold justify more extensive (and expensive) scrutiny.

Mold Testing Lab (www.moldtestinglab.com) will analyze samples and provide the results in 24 hours. This inexpensive and fast method is the consumer's first line of defense.

William S Cook of Mold Testing Lab stated "With the explosion of mold related claims sweeping the US, it became apparent to us that we needed to provide a reliable, inexpensive and most importantly, fast way for individuals to find out if they were being exposed to potentially harmful molds like stachybotrys, aspergillius or pennicillium.

Many labs are taking up to three weeks to provide consumers with results or charge extra fees for a quicker turnaround. We feel it is valuable time lost because ongoing toxic mold growth increases the exposure hazards to health and property.

Testing "experts" are charging $500 to $2,500 depending on the scope of work performed and the amount of samples taken. Mr. Cook went on to say "the service was initially developed to serve homeowners, tenants and employees, but we've been pleasantly surprised by the number of landlords, attorneys, adjusters and even professional testing companies taking advantage of our service.

DR Vrana from The Mold Source.com (the web's most comprehensive source for toxic mold related issues and information) said their site had over a million hits by people concerned about mold. "We suggest to all site visitors to find out what they're dealing with before contacting anyone. The number of reports we're receiving concerning fraudulent home inspections by testing companies or unqualified Industrial Hygienists is going through the roof. The moldtestinglab.com is a great way to weed out some of the fly-by-nights or "outcome-oriented" testing companies that have recently entered the industry. With a Mold Testing Lab report in hand a consumer is less likely to be hoodwinked or misled by others. At only $40 per sample, we suggest to concerned individuals that they take as many samples as there are different colored molds. If a person is experiencing toxic mold exposure related symptoms we suggest to site visitors that they take samples from the most problematic areas (under sinks, plumbing and air vents). We also remind our visitors that this type of testing should only be considered a first indicator. If one is experiencing any type of upper respiratory problems, rashes or are in a high-risk health group we always suggest seeing a medical professional with the lab report in hand."

Mr. Cook said that with the sample results they also include valuable information that will help you determine if more extensive testing or a remediation (professional cleanup) plan is necessary. Our sample testing is also a good indicator if a completed abatement meets todays expectations.

The recent media coverage concerning mold has created a niche market - home testing kits. "Our experiences with these home kits is they, on the most part, are not reliable. In our opinion, home testing kits tend to have an unacceptable number of false negatives. They may be providing people with bad information and ultimately may be causing more harm than good." stated Mr. Cook.

Mold Testing Lab.com tests are $40 per sample, with results within 24 hours. With over 100,000 molds and only 3 to 4 dozen problematic molds, we provide a service that will allow people to make an appropriate response to their concerns.