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Does the Cook County Department of Public Health test for mold?

April 26, 2017cook County Department mold Public Health Test

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Does the Cook County Department of Public Health test for mold?

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No, CCDPH does not test for mold. Inspections done by CCDPH are visual only. Even if testing is done, no standards or guidelines exist for acceptable levels of mold. Testing for mold is very difficult and expensive. Residents must hire a contractor to test their homes. Testing cannot determine whether health effects will occur. Mold is normally found outdoors and levels fluctuate from day to day depending on the season. Due to these uncertainties, testing is not recommended in most cases.