Inspection
Moisture Meter
A device used to measure moisture content in building materials. Moisture meters help identify areas with elevated moisture levels that could support mold growth.
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Lactose-Fermenting Mold
Certain types of mold that can ferment lactose, often used in laboratory testing to identify specific mold species. Understanding mold characteristics helps in proper identification.
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Mold Spore
Microscopic reproductive particles produced by mold. Spores are airborne and can travel throughout buildings, settling on surfaces and growing into new mold colonies under favorable conditions.