Monday, September 1, 2025

How DIY Mold Test Kits Work

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Most home mold test kits are designed to capture airborne spores or collect samples from visible growth. Homeowners typically:

  • Expose a petri dish or use a swab to collect samples.
  • Seal and wait for mold growth to occur or send the test to a lab for identification.

What these kits can reliably detect:

  • The presence of mold spores in a particular area at a specific time.
  • Basic confirmation that a suspicious spot is indeed mold.

What they cannot reliably tell you:

  • The type of mold with certainty (some molds look similar under limited lab conditions).
  • The concentration or severity of spore exposure in your living environment.
  • Whether hidden mold exists behind walls, under floors, or in the HVAC system.

If you do prefer a DIY solution, you can still get help from the pros! We offer DIY testing kits that provide professional-grade analysis backed by our experts.

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When to Choose Professional Mold Testing in Ann Arbor and Surrounding Communities

If mold growth is large, hidden, or causing health or structural concerns, DIY kits can delay proper action. 

By choosing professional mold testing in Ann Arbor, you’re getting expert diagnostics and a reliable plan for keeping your home safe, healthy, and mold-free.

We’ve been serving Southeast Michigan for nearly four decades to provide professional mold detection, remediation, and indoor air quality services. We believe in community wellness and want to help you have a safe and healthy home or business. To learn more, contact us today!

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