Visible Black Mold Test Kit

Visible Mold Test Kit: Results Available In 24 Hours

If you see black mold in your home, DO NOT panic!  Molds can grow in houses on drywall, wood, behind wallpaper, and on ceiling tiles in areas that are damp/moist or have suffered water damage or leaks.
BUT, not all black molds that occur indoors are hazardous. Also, some dangerous molds are not black. However, current Canadian
mold guidelines advise building occupants to clean-up and/or remove visible mold growth. To control mold growth, moisture should be eliminated or reduced.

If you see mold growth, submit tape lift samples to the lab to determine whether the mold present is of health concern.  A tape lift sample is the most inexpensive test. It is an easy way to determine if the mold is toxic and if it will require more intensive investigation and remediation. Cleaning hazardous mold requires special protection.

How Do You Take Samples of Visible Mold?

It is easy. Go to a store and buy clear scotch tape. One that you can see through…

• Wear suitable gloves. If you are likely to disturb the mold, you should also wear a mask. Cut 2-3 inches of the clear scotch tape and press it gently, sticky side facing down, onto the visible mold. Peel the tape gently and stick it on a plastic bag.
• Record the sample number on the plastic bag. For example:
  • Sample #1 or Tape #1.
• Repeat the same procedure for any other sample you wish to take.
• Once you have taken all the samples, complete the Mold Analysis Request Form. Provide information on where the samples were collected, for example:
  • Tape #1: Basement, east wall
  • Tape #2: Windowsill, master bedroom
  • Tape #3: Ceiling tile, bathroom
  • Tape #4: Under counter, kitchen sink.
• Enclose samples in an envelope for sending by post or courier.

(NOTE: More than one type of mold may be present. If several places show visible mold growth, it is advisable to take more than one sample.)

Sending the Samples

To send your samples, download our Mold Analysis Request Form. If you can’t print the form just provide the required information on a sheet of paper and send it together with your samples.

Submit the samples together with the following information:

• Name
• Address
• Phone
• Fax (if available)
• Email address
• The date the sample was collected

If you have any questions, call 905-290-9101. Mail or deliver samples to:

Mold & Bacteria Consulting Laboratories (MBL) Inc.
1020 Brevik Place, Unit 1A
Mississauga, ON  L4W 4N7
Canada