DUCT INSPECTION

It is a cost-effective way to diagnose internal IAQ issue relating to the HVAC system and distribution ducting, including identifying:

  • reduced airflow
  • hot or cold spots
  • suspected damage or leaks
  • The potential area of contamination

If you have noticed any of the following; it’s a good idea to go for duct inspection:

  • Loose ducts often produce unnecessary sounds or noise.
  • Air leaks / fallen ducts will have uneven airflow
  • Inadequate duct insulation will have uneven temperatures from the diffusers
  • Dirty ducts: Discharge of debris, accumulation around the diffusers
  • Mold and mildew: Musty odors from ducted airflow
  • High energy bills

Proper mold inspections should focus on:

  • knowing the cause and extent of mold contamination,
  • risks to people and property,
  • and appropriate remediation strategies.

Mold inspections and the recommendations therein should be consistent with the industry guidelines. Some of the guidelines are from the following organizations:

  • American Conference of Governmental Industrial Hygienists,
  • the American Industrial Hygiene Association,
  • the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA),
  • Health Canada,
  • the New York City Department of Health,
  • and the Institute of Inspection, Cleaning, and Restoration Certification (IICRC).

Mold investigations should be customized for the scale and complexity of each project, ranging from preliminary building walk-throughs to comprehensive Indoor Air Quality (IAQ) investigations. Investigations could include:

  • occupant surveys,
  • moisture testing,
  • photographic documentation,
  • invasive inspections of concealed building cavities,
  • microbial sampling & analysis,
  • and environmental monitoring of indoor air quality (i.e. carbon dioxide, carbon monoxide, temperature, and relative humidity).