Mold Testing in New Brunswick, NJ
Independent Mold Inspection, Air Sampling, Surface Testing & Post-Remediation Verification
Water damage in a building can affect much more than the surface where a leak first becomes visible. A plumbing failure in an upstairs apartment may damage the ceiling below. A leaking roof may allow moisture to enter attic framing or commercial ceiling assemblies. Water entering a basement may affect drywall, insulation, flooring, and stored materials.
When suspicious discoloration, musty odors, or previous water damage raise questions about indoor conditions, independent environmental testing can provide useful laboratory information.
Prime Environmental NJ LLC provides professional mold inspection and independent mold testing throughout New Brunswick, Middlesex County, New Jersey.
Our company specializes in mold air sampling, surface swab testing, tape-lift sampling, basement mold testing, attic inspections, water-damage investigations, and post-remediation verification.
We serve homeowners, tenants working through authorized property representatives, landlords, property managers, homebuyers, contractors, and commercial property owners.
Our work is focused on environmental inspection, sampling, and documentation.
Testing only — no mold remediation, mold removal, cleaning, or restoration.
Call (732) 242-1042 to schedule mold testing in New Brunswick, NJ.
Independent Mold Inspection and Testing in New Brunswick, NJ
Prime Environmental NJ LLC provides independent mold inspections and mold testing for residential and commercial properties in New Brunswick, Middlesex County. The services we focus on are indoor air sampling, surface sampling, laboratory-based analysis and verification testing after remediation.
Prime Environmental does not remediate or remove mold, and we do not sell mold cleanup. Should remediation be recommended, you can hire a separate contractor of your choice. Because our testing is separate from cleanup work, our role stays limited to assessment; that structure does not guarantee any specific outcome.
Common reasons property owners in New Brunswick request an assessment include:
- Plumbing leaks
- Previous water damage
- Attic moisture concerns
- Basement moisture
- Suspected mold growth
- Musty odors that do not go away
An assessment looks at the conditions that matter for your concern and, where testing is warranted, collects suitable samples. Visual staining or a photograph is not enough to diagnose mold.
How Mold Testing Works With Prime Environmental
- Initial consultation: we discuss your concerns, the affected areas and the reason for testing.
- Inspection of accessible areas: we evaluate relevant accessible locations and document observable conditions, including possible moisture-related concerns when they fall within the inspection scope.
- Outdoor reference air sample: an outdoor air sample may be collected when appropriate to give reference information for comparing indoor results.
- Indoor mold air sampling: air is sampled indoors in a room or area of concern, following the sampling plan we agree on.
- Surface sampling: a particular surface may be sampled with a swab, tape lift or another suitable method when that makes sense.
- Additional rooms: depending on the property and what you are concerned about, additional rooms or areas may call for additional samples.
- Independent laboratory analysis: collected samples go to an appropriate independent laboratory for analysis.
- Results and findings: you receive the agreed reporting, and we explain what the analytical findings indicate and what their limitations are.
No single air or surface sample can establish that mold is completely absent from a building, and not every inspection includes every sample type.
Professional Mold Inspection in New Brunswick
A mold inspection should be based on the actual property conditions rather than assumptions about the building.
A homeowner may discover suspicious staining after a roof leak. A landlord may need testing following a plumbing failure between apartment units. A property manager may request independent verification after a restoration contractor completes remediation.
Other clients may request testing before purchasing a building or after discovering suspicious materials during renovation.
Prime Environmental NJ LLC evaluates designated accessible areas and determines whether air sampling, surface sampling, or both may be appropriate.
Common reasons for requesting mold testing include:
- Basement water intrusion
- Plumbing leaks
- Roof leaks
- Attic discoloration
- Water-damaged drywall
- Ceiling water stains
- Musty odors
- Window-related moisture
- Appliance leaks
- Previous flooding
- Renovation discoveries
- Completed mold remediation
- Real-estate inspection concerns
- Water damage in rental properties
Laboratory findings provide information about the samples collected.
A sample collected from one room does not automatically establish conditions throughout an entire building.
Mold Testing for New Brunswick Homes and Apartments
New Brunswick contains a variety of residential properties, including single-family houses, apartment buildings, multifamily homes, student-oriented rental housing, and larger residential developments.
Each building may have different plumbing systems, roofing materials, ventilation arrangements, and interior finishes.
Prime Environmental NJ LLC provides independent mold testing for authorized residential properties throughout the city.
Single-Family Home Mold Testing
Homeowners may request testing following plumbing failures, basement water intrusion, roof leaks, or suspicious discoloration.
Testing can focus on one room or multiple designated areas.
Apartment Mold Testing
Apartments may experience water damage from bathrooms, kitchens, exterior walls, roofing systems, or adjoining units.
Testing can be organized by unit and room.
Multifamily Property Mold Testing
Multifamily buildings may experience water damage involving shared plumbing systems or building components.
Sampling can be documented separately for each designated area.
Rental Property Mold Testing
Landlords may request independent testing following tenant concerns, plumbing repairs, or completed remediation.
Mold Testing After Renovation
Renovation may expose concealed materials affected by previous water damage.
Suspicious accessible surfaces may be evaluated and sampled.
Mold Testing for Student Housing in New Brunswick
New Brunswick is home to Rutgers University and a substantial student housing market.
Student-oriented housing may include apartments, shared rental houses, multifamily buildings, and residential properties with multiple bedrooms.
Environmental testing may be requested after plumbing failures, water intrusion, or the discovery of suspicious materials.
Mold Testing in Student Apartments
Testing may focus on bedrooms, bathrooms, kitchens, living rooms, or other designated areas.
Mold Testing in Shared Rental Houses
Shared houses may contain multiple bedrooms and common spaces.
Sampling locations can be documented individually.
Mold Testing After Bathroom Leaks
Water from bathrooms may affect flooring, walls, or ceilings below.
Mold Testing After Kitchen Plumbing Failures
Kitchen leaks may affect cabinets, drywall, flooring, and adjoining spaces.
Mold Testing Before New Occupancy
Property managers may request independent testing after repairs or remediation and before a new occupancy period.
Testing documents conditions within the evaluated areas at the time of sampling.
Basement Mold Testing in New Brunswick, NJ
Basement mold testing is commonly requested when property owners discover water intrusion, suspicious discoloration, or previous moisture damage.
Basements may contain exposed foundation surfaces, wood framing, utility equipment, finished walls, flooring, and storage areas.
Prime Environmental NJ LLC provides independent basement mold testing throughout New Brunswick.
Finished Basement Mold Inspection
Finished basements may contain drywall, insulation, carpeting, laminate flooring, baseboards, wood framing, and finished ceilings.
Water may affect concealed materials behind walls or beneath flooring.
Testing can focus on accessible suspect surfaces and selected indoor air locations.
Unfinished Basement Mold Inspection
Unfinished basements may provide access to wood framing, foundation surfaces, and utility spaces.
Suspicious accessible materials may be sampled.
Basement Mold Testing After Flooding
Following flooding, testing may be requested after water extraction and drying.
Sampling may focus on the actual affected materials.
Basement Mold Testing After Heavy Rain
Heavy rainfall may allow water to enter through foundation openings, basement windows, or other building components.
Testing may be requested when suspicious materials remain after drying.
Mold Testing After Sump Pump Failure
A sump pump malfunction may allow water to accumulate in the basement.
Following cleanup, environmental testing may be requested for designated locations.
Basement Mold Testing Before Remodeling
Before installing new flooring or drywall, property owners may request testing of suspicious accessible materials.
Mold Air Testing in New Brunswick, NJ
Mold air sampling provides information about fungal spores collected from selected indoor locations.
Fungal spores naturally occur outdoors and may also be present indoors.
Prime Environmental NJ LLC uses professional air-sampling equipment and submits collected samples for laboratory analysis.
Indoor Air-O-Cell Sampling
Air-O-Cell sampling collects airborne particles using a sampling pump and cassette.
Samples may be collected from:
- Basements
- Bedrooms
- Living rooms
- Home offices
- Water-damaged rooms
- Apartments
- Commercial offices
- Other designated indoor spaces
Each sample is identified by its collection location.
Outdoor Reference Air Sampling
An outdoor sample may be collected when appropriate.
Outdoor fungal spore concentrations vary with weather, vegetation, season, and surrounding conditions.
Indoor findings may be evaluated in relation to outdoor conditions when appropriate.
Mold Air Testing After Water Damage
Air sampling may be requested following basement flooding, roof leaks, plumbing failures, or other moisture incidents.
Mold Air Testing After Repairs
Property owners sometimes request air testing after damaged materials have been removed or repaired.
Understanding Air Sample Results
Air sample results represent the spores collected during the sampling period.
Concentrations may change with ventilation, occupancy, weather, and other environmental factors.
Air testing alone cannot establish the condition of every concealed wall cavity or unsampled room.
Mold Surface Sampling in New Brunswick
When suspicious material is visible and accessible, direct surface sampling may be appropriate.
Prime Environmental NJ LLC provides swab and tape-lift sampling.
Mold Swab Testing
Swab sampling collects material from a designated surface.
Potential locations include drywall, wood framing, window trim, baseboards, cabinets, and ceiling materials.
Mold Tape-Lift Testing
Tape-lift sampling collects material directly from a selected surface.
This may be appropriate for suspicious material on attic sheathing, wood framing, or other suitable surfaces.
Mold Testing on Drywall
Suspicious discoloration on drywall may be sampled.
The result applies to the sampled surface rather than the entire wall assembly.
Mold Testing on Wood Framing
Exposed framing may be sampled when suspicious material is present.
Mold Testing on Ceiling Materials
Ceiling materials affected by roof or plumbing leaks may be sampled when appropriate.
Black Mold Testing in New Brunswick
Dark discoloration is sometimes described as black mold.
However, color alone cannot establish fungal identity.
Laboratory analysis may help identify fungal material collected from the suspicious surface.
Attic Mold Testing in New Brunswick, NJ
Attic moisture concerns may be associated with roof leaks, condensation, or other building-envelope conditions.
Suspicious material may appear on roof sheathing, rafters, ceiling joists, and other accessible framing.
Prime Environmental NJ LLC provides attic mold inspection and direct surface sampling.
Roof Sheathing Mold Testing
Roof sheathing may develop discoloration for several reasons.
When suspicious material is accessible, direct sampling may be appropriate.
Attic Wood Framing Testing
Accessible framing may be evaluated when suspicious staining is observed.
Mold Testing After Roof Leaks
Water entering through damaged roofing may affect roof sheathing, insulation, framing, and ceiling materials below.
Testing can focus on the actual affected areas.
Attic Testing Before Roof Replacement
Suspicious materials may be discovered during roofing inspections or replacement planning.
Independent testing may be requested before additional work.
Attic Mold Clearance Testing
After attic remediation has been completed, independent verification may be requested.
The evaluation may include visual inspection and selected surface or air sampling.
Mold Testing After Plumbing and Appliance Leaks
Plumbing failures may affect materials that are not immediately visible.
Water can travel through wall cavities, beneath flooring, and between building levels.
Prime Environmental NJ LLC provides testing following plumbing-related water damage.
Bathroom Water-Damage Testing
Bathroom leaks may originate from toilets, sinks, showers, bathtubs, supply lines, or drain connections.
Water may affect flooring, drywall, subflooring, and ceilings below.
Kitchen Mold Testing After Leaks
Kitchen water damage may involve dishwashers, refrigerators, sinks, or supply lines.
Affected materials may include cabinet bases, flooring, and adjacent walls.
Water Heater Leak Mold Testing
Water-heater failures may affect basement utility rooms and nearby finished areas.
Washing Machine Leak Mold Testing
Laundry equipment leaks may affect surrounding walls and flooring.
Broken Pipe Mold Testing
A broken pipe may damage multiple rooms or building levels.
Testing can follow the actual water path.
Mold Testing Around Windows and Exterior Walls
Water intrusion around windows and exterior building components may affect drywall, plaster, trim, insulation, and framing.
The source of moisture should be identified and corrected.
Window Trim Mold Testing
Suspicious material on accessible window trim may be sampled.
Exterior Wall Mold Testing
Water entering through an exterior wall may affect interior finishes.
Sampling can focus on designated accessible suspect materials.
Mold Testing After Window Replacement
During window replacement, concealed materials may become accessible.
Suspicious surfaces may be evaluated and sampled.
Mold Testing After Siding Repairs
Exterior repairs may reveal previous water intrusion.
Testing may be requested when suspicious material is exposed.
Mold Testing After Roof Leaks and Ceiling Damage
Roof leaks may affect attic materials and interior ceilings.
Ceiling staining may be discovered long after the original leak.
Ceiling Surface Mold Testing
Suspicious accessible ceiling materials may be sampled.
Mold Testing After Ceiling Drywall Removal
Removal of damaged drywall may expose framing or other materials.
Suspicious accessible surfaces may be evaluated.
Mold Testing After Upstairs Plumbing Leaks
A bathroom or plumbing failure above a finished room may affect the ceiling below.
Testing may focus on the actual damaged materials.
Mold Testing During Renovation and Construction
Renovation work may reveal concealed water damage.
A contractor removing cabinets may discover suspicious material on drywall.
Flooring removal may expose water-damaged subflooring.
Removal of damaged finishes may expose framing affected by previous leaks.
Prime Environmental NJ LLC provides independent sampling during authorized renovation projects.
Open-Wall Mold Testing
When walls are opened, exposed studs and other suspicious materials may be sampled.
Mold Testing After Drywall Removal
Previously concealed materials may become accessible.
Mold Testing Before Installing New Drywall
Testing may be requested before previously affected wall assemblies are closed.
Mold Testing After Flooring Removal
Suspicious exposed subfloor materials may be evaluated and sampled.
Commercial Mold Testing in New Brunswick, NJ
New Brunswick contains offices, retail properties, professional buildings, and other commercial spaces.
Commercial buildings may experience water damage from roofing systems, plumbing equipment, exterior openings, or mechanical systems.
Prime Environmental NJ LLC provides independent mold testing for authorized commercial properties.
Office Mold Testing
Office testing may be requested following roof leaks, plumbing failures, or ceiling water damage.
Retail Property Mold Testing
Retail spaces may experience water damage involving walls, ceilings, storage rooms, or adjoining units.
Commercial Storage Area Testing
Storage areas may contain materials affected by water intrusion or plumbing failures.
Property Management Mold Testing
Property managers may request testing following tenant reports, water-loss incidents, or completed remediation.
Sampling locations can be documented by building, floor, suite, room, and exact collection location.
Mold Testing for Homebuyers and Sellers
Real-estate transactions sometimes involve questions about previous water damage or suspected mold.
A home inspection may identify basement staining, attic discoloration, ceiling water damage, or previous repairs.
Independent laboratory testing can provide additional information about selected areas.
Mold Testing Before Buying a House
Prospective buyers may request testing after discovering moisture-related concerns during a property inspection.
Mold Testing Before Selling a Property
Sellers may request independent testing when suspicious materials are discovered.
Mold Testing After Previous Repairs
Testing may be requested when questions remain about materials previously affected by water damage.
Insurance-Related Mold Testing in New Brunswick
Certain water-loss projects involve requests for independent environmental sampling and documentation.
Prime Environmental NJ LLC provides mold testing for authorized insurance-related investigations.
Services may include:
- Mold air sampling
- Mold surface sampling
- Laboratory analysis
- Sample-location documentation
- Testing after water extraction
- Testing following restoration
- Post-remediation verification
Our testing remains independent from remediation and restoration contractors.
Environmental testing does not determine insurance coverage or guarantee claim approval.
Post-Remediation Verification in New Brunswick, NJ
After mold remediation has been completed, property owners may request independent verification.
Post-Remediation Verification (PRV) evaluates designated work areas following remediation.
Depending on the project, verification may include visual evaluation, air sampling, surface sampling, and laboratory analysis.
Basement Post-Remediation Verification
Following basement remediation, testing may focus on the specific treated rooms and accessible materials.
Attic Post-Remediation Verification
Following attic remediation, verification may focus on designated roof sheathing, framing, or other treated areas.
Residential Post-Remediation Verification
Verification may be requested following remediation of bedrooms, living rooms, walls, ceilings, or other designated spaces.
Commercial Post-Remediation Verification
Commercial verification may focus on an office, suite, storage room, or another specific work area.
Mold Clearance Testing in New Brunswick
Mold clearance testing may be requested following completed remediation.
The purpose is to document conditions within designated work areas.
Depending on the scope, clearance testing may include:
- Visual evaluation
- Mold air sampling
- Mold surface sampling
- Laboratory analysis
- Sample-location documentation
- Interpretation of laboratory findings
What Mold Clearance Testing Covers
Clearance findings apply to the inspected and sampled areas.
A result from one room does not automatically establish conditions in another room.
Clearance Testing for Furniture and Personal Belongings
Furniture and personal belongings remaining within a remediation area are not automatically cleared through testing of nearby building surfaces.
If individual contents require verification, they must be evaluated and sampled separately as appropriate.
Clearance After Water Damage
Clearance testing may be requested following remediation associated with flooding, roof leaks, plumbing failures, or other water events.
Testing documents conditions at the time of evaluation and does not guarantee that future moisture problems will not occur.
Independent Laboratory Mold Analysis
Prime Environmental NJ LLC submits collected mold samples to a laboratory for analysis.
Laboratory results may identify fungal spores or structures detected in the submitted samples.
Mold Air Sample Analysis
Air sample analysis provides information about fungal spores collected during the sampling period.
Mold Surface Sample Analysis
Surface sample analysis provides information about fungal material collected from the specific surface.
Understanding Laboratory Findings
Results should be interpreted together with inspection observations, sample locations, and water-damage history.
Testing cannot establish the condition of every concealed surface or guarantee future indoor conditions.
Why Choose Independent Mold Testing?
Prime Environmental NJ LLC specializes in environmental inspection, sampling, and laboratory-based documentation.
Our company does not perform mold remediation or mold removal.
This separates the testing process from companies performing cleaning, demolition, restoration, or remediation.
Our role is to document the conditions observed and collect appropriate samples according to the inspection scope.
Testing only — no mold remediation.
Mold Testing Throughout New Brunswick, NJ
Prime Environmental NJ LLC provides independent mold inspection and testing throughout New Brunswick, Middlesex County, New Jersey.
Our service area includes residential neighborhoods, multifamily properties, student-oriented housing, and commercial locations around:
- Easton Avenue
- Somerset Street
- George Street
- Albany Street
- Livingston Avenue
- Hamilton Street
- French Street
- Jersey Avenue
- Surrounding residential and commercial streets
We serve authorized properties throughout New Brunswick, including areas near Rutgers University, downtown New Brunswick, the New Brunswick train station, and surrounding residential neighborhoods.
Our services are available for concerns involving:
- Basement water intrusion
- Plumbing failures
- Roof leaks
- Attic discoloration
- Apartment water damage
- Suspicious surface materials
- Mold air sampling
- Post-remediation verification
- Mold clearance testing
Every inspection is based on the actual property conditions and agreed scope of work.
Frequently Asked Questions About Mold Testing in New Brunswick, NJ
How do I know if I need mold testing?
Testing may be appropriate when suspicious material is discovered, water damage has occurred, or independent laboratory documentation is needed.
Can mold be present behind drywall?
Moisture-related conditions can affect concealed materials. Standard air or surface sampling cannot directly establish the condition of every wall cavity.
Can you test only my apartment?
Yes. Testing can be limited to designated rooms within an authorized apartment.
Do you provide attic mold testing?
Yes. We provide attic mold testing, including sampling of suspicious accessible roof sheathing and wood framing.
Can you test for black mold?
We provide laboratory-based sampling of suspicious material, including dark discoloration. Color alone cannot identify a particular fungal organism.
Do you test after flooding?
Yes. We provide mold testing following flooding and other water-damage events.
Can you test after a restoration company finishes?
Yes. Independent testing may be requested after restoration or remediation work has been completed.
Do you provide mold clearance testing?
Yes. We provide post-remediation verification and mold clearance testing for designated work areas.
Do you remove mold?
No. Prime Environmental NJ LLC provides testing only.
Can mold testing help when buying a house?
Yes. Laboratory testing can provide additional information about selected areas when suspicious materials or previous water damage have been identified.
Can you test commercial buildings?
Yes. We provide independent testing for authorized offices, retail properties, commercial units, and other buildings.
Does a negative mold sample mean my entire property is mold-free?
No. Results are limited to the samples and locations evaluated at the time of testing.
Can you test after drywall has been removed?
Yes. Exposed suspicious building materials may be evaluated and sampled when appropriate.
Is mold testing the same as mold remediation?
No. Mold testing involves environmental inspection and sample analysis. Remediation involves addressing contamination and affected materials.
Prime Environmental NJ LLC performs testing only.
Schedule Professional Mold Testing in New Brunswick, NJ
Whether your property has experienced basement water intrusion, plumbing damage, roof leaks, suspicious discoloration, or previous remediation, independent mold testing can provide additional information about the specific conditions being investigated.
Prime Environmental NJ LLC provides professional mold inspection, mold air testing, surface sampling, water-damage testing, and post-remediation verification throughout New Brunswick.
We work with authorized residential and commercial clients who need environmental testing separate from remediation services.
Testing only — no mold remediation.
Contact Prime Environmental NJ LLC
Need professional mold testing in New Brunswick, NJ?
Contact Prime Environmental NJ LLC for independent mold inspection and laboratory testing.
Phone: (732) 242-1042
Service Area: New Brunswick, Middlesex County, NJ
Services: Mold Inspection • Mold Air Testing • Mold Surface Testing • Basement Mold Testing • Attic Mold Testing • Apartment & Student Housing Testing • Water-Damage Testing • Residential & Commercial Testing • Post-Remediation Verification • Mold Clearance Testing
Testing only — no mold remediation.
Call (732) 242-1042 to schedule mold testing in New Brunswick, NJ.
There is no single test plan that fits every building. In New Brunswick, we build the sampling plan around your concern, the age and layout of the space, and what we can reasonably access during the visit.
Independent Post-Remediation Mold Verification
After a separate remediation contractor completes the work, Prime Environmental can perform an independent assessment. That can include reviewing the areas covered by the assessment, evaluating accessible conditions, considering moisture-related concerns, collecting appropriate air or surface samples, reviewing the laboratory findings, and explaining the results in relation to the project scope.
Having someone other than the remediation contractor evaluate the result can be useful to owners, buyers and property managers. We do not promise that a property will pass, or that it is completely free of mold.
Professional Mold Sampling and Laboratory Results
- Air samples collect airborne fungal structures under the conditions present at the time of sampling.
- Outdoor reference samples may provide comparative information about outdoor airborne fungal conditions.
- Surface samples evaluate material collected from a particular surface.
A laboratory report may list fungal categories and quantities, depending on the method used. Those numbers only make sense in context, and sampling has inherent limitations.
Frequently Asked Questions About Mold Testing in New Brunswick
Can mold be present without being visible?
Yes, mold can occur in concealed locations such as wall cavities or under flooring. Air testing alone cannot reliably rule out hidden growth.
Can I schedule testing online?
Yes. You can book a mold inspection online or call (732) 242-1042.
Can Prime Environmental test my attic or basement?
Yes. Accessible areas can be evaluated as part of the agreed scope.
What is the difference between mold inspection and mold testing?
Inspection means evaluating the property: visible growth, moisture, materials. Testing means collecting samples and sending them to a laboratory. Depending on the situation you may need one or both.
Should I test my house after water damage?
If materials stayed wet, or odors or staining showed up later, an assessment may help. Testing is not always necessary; we are happy to talk through your situation first.
Do you remove mold?
No. Prime Environmental specializes in independent testing and assessment, not remediation.
Schedule Professional Mold Testing in New Brunswick, NJ
Prime Environmental NJ LLC
Main Office: 168 Humboldt St, East Rutherford, NJ 07073
Phone: (732) 242-1042
Website: https://primeenvironmental.co/
Online scheduling: calendar.app.google/5Gp9nndjga8NYmyn9
Prime Environmental is based in East Rutherford and travels to customers in New Brunswick and throughout the surrounding area. To discuss testing at your property, call us or book a time online.
Property owners near New Brunswick can also find our mold testing pages for Spotswood, Piscataway and Edison.
Schedule mold inspection & testing in New Brunswick
Independent testing and reporting — we don’t perform remediation or abatement. Request a visit online with photos, or call or text us.
Book an InspectionHow the inspection works
- Visual inspection and moisture readings
- Air and surface samples where they will answer a question
- Accredited lab analysis and a written report
Qualifications
Inspections and sampling by Korab Ibrahimaj, who performs Prime Environmental's mold assessments. Samples are analyzed by accredited laboratories.
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Questions about testing in New Brunswick
Do you serve New Brunswick?
Yes. Prime Environmental provides mold inspection & testing in New Brunswick and throughout Middlesex County. Call (732) 242-1042 or request a visit online.
Will the same company test and remediate?
No. We are an independent testing company and do not perform remediation or abatement, so our findings are free of any conflict of interest.