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Glossary Of Terms

Accredited Laboratory — A lab that has been accredited by a recognized agency to the ISO 17025 Standard.

Aflatoxin — A Mycotoxin which is known to be one of the most toxic naturally occurring substances which is from Aspergillus flavus mold growth.

Allergen — A substance such as mold or pet hair which can cause an allergic reaction.

Ambient air — Outdoor air or representative of a general volume of indoor air.

Amplification of molds — Any indoor scenario which may increase the concentration of molds such as moisture in a wall cavity or mold growth in an HVAC system.

Anti-fungal treatment — Any mold remediation activity which removes, disinfects, or treats surfaces contaminated by mold.

Asbestos — A naturally occurring mineral fiber used in hundreds of building and insulation materials. Exposure to asbestos is a known health risk for cancer especially due to occupational contact. Asbestos is a regulated material and professional removal using engineering controls is recommended in most cases.

Asthma — A condition of respiratory sensitivity when lung tissue swells in reaction to exposure to particles which irritate the small passages of the lung tissue.

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Thermal Imaging To Protect Against Mold And Damp In Your Hyattsville Maryland Home

Thermal imaging uses an infrared cameras to detect the smallest of temperature changes in your Northern Virginia home that may lead to mold, corrosion or deterioration of your home. The thermal imaging camera identifies the temperature changes relative to the spectrum of light in the range of infrared energy, making finding the minutest flaw possible.

Using the infrared camera, you can clearly distinguish between wet materials and dry materials by exploiting the thermal characteristics of each material. Wet materials store heat well which means they cool down slower than dry materials do. This is helpful when inspecting a previously wet basement after repairs have been made.

This technology is proving to be the innovative technique when used for mold inspections. The camera detects moisture in walls and ceiling cavities, can locate pockets of unseen condensation and even point to poor insulation and leaking windows and doors. These added benefits make the use of thermal imaging even greater for College Park, MD homeowners.

After you have paid for basement waterproofing services, or even if you are considering basement waterproofing services, a scan with a thermal imaging infrared camera is worthwhile. If you suspect a leaky or cracked foundation is the cause of your wet basement, the thermal imaging camera will determine if your suspicions were accurate.

Contact the thermal imagining specialists at RTS Environmental Services to protect your home from the dangers of a wet basement and mold in your Northern Virginia home. Serving all of Northern Virginia and the Washington DC metropolitan area, our highly trained professional inspectors can find the problem and solution with just one phone call — and an inspection of course.