::Aero-Environmental::

Comprehensive Environmental Assessments

FAQ's

Why should I get a mold inspection?

• Have you had water damage?

• Do you or does any one in your family suffer from respiratory

problems, allergies, asthma, sinusitis, dermatitis?

• Does the area smell musty is it damp?

• Is there condensation around the windows?

Why hire an environmental consultant to perform air testing?

• You want an independent, third-party, certified environmental

consultantthat specializes in mold and has no vested interest in

whether furtherwork is performed.

• It is also important that an independent lab and consultant test

and evaluate the site in question so that you get a completely

unbiased, accurate assessment of your problem.

What questions should I ask when I am looking for a qualified
environmental consultant?

• How many years of experience do you have? - should be at least

5 years

• Are you certified? And who is the certification agency?

• What services do you provide? - should be at least qualified to

test for asbestos and mold

• How many samples do you take? - should be at least 3, 2 indoor

samples and 1 outdoor

• Do you send the samples to an independent lab? - important so

that you get completely unbiased, accurate assessment of your

problem

When do you use the infrared thermal camera?

• If water damage and moisture intrusion are suspected, the

infrared camera is a very valuable tool. It helps us accurately

determine the origin and path of the moisture, which can

otherwise be very difficult to identify.

Why hire Aero-Environmental Consulting?

• Aero-Environmental is staffed with independent, experienced,

qualified Environmental Consultants, upholding the highest

industry standards, using state-of-the-art equipment and

understanding the importance of timely results.

What questions should I ask when I am looking for a certified
remediation contractor?

• Are you registered and certified to do mold/asbestos remediation

in the state of California?

• Request at least three references.

• We recommend that you get at least three price quotes.

What are some of the dangers of not hiring a certified remediation contractor?

• If you don’t work with a certified professional, your problems

could get worse not better, causing more damage and increased

cost, liability, and health risks.

What can happen if I ignore my water damage problem?

• Mold or bacteria growth can start or continue causing severe

structural and/or health problems.

Where is asbestos normally found?

• Asbestos is normally found in homes built prior to 1981. But still

can be found in homes built today in materials such as: floor tile,

mastic, dry wall, acoustical popcorn ceiling, insulation materials,

and pipes.

Do you do remediation? Can you recommend a certified remediation contractor?

• We do not do remediation, as we believe that would

constitute a serious conflict of interest.

• We work with certified, professional local contractors that

specialize in water damage, mold remediation and asbestos

removal.

What experience and qualifications are required to become a Registered Environmental Assessor?

• To become a Registered Environmental Assessor a person needs

10 years of experience in an Environmental Management Field.

What do your professional fees cover?

• Consulting costs: All Aero-Environmental consultants are

professionals - certified environmental inspectors, and asbestos

consultants.

• Lab samples and cost: We take enough samples to provide you

with a reliable result and use only certified, independent labs.

• State of the art equipment: We use the latest, effective

equipment, including the Infrared Thermal Camera and air pumps.

What kind of insurance do you have? Are you licensed and bonded?

• We maintain professional Errors & Omissions insurance, general

liability and workers comp.

When do I need an asbestos survey?

• Renovating or tearing down a structure

• Concerned about the potential disturbance of asbestos

• Purchasing a property to verify the amount of asbestos present