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We have a report that shows the air to be “acceptable”, but Stachybotrys was identified as growing on surfaces and behind wall coverings. Is it O.K.?

April 26, 2017acceptable air coverings growing report shows Stachybotrys surfaces wall

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We have a report that shows the air to be “acceptable”, but Stachybotrys was identified as growing on surfaces and behind wall coverings. Is it O.K.?

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The Stachybotrys spore is heavy and falls out of the air quickly. It is very rare that you will find this organism with today’s sampling methods. In the case of Stachybotrys, it is the toxin it produces that is of concern. Thus far, the toxin has been difficult if not impossible to detect.