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This client had a history of water damage in their home, including flooding to their lower level. A remediation company contracted to sanitise and dry the building had reported that the property was now dry, and that there were no issues with water ingress into the home.
IECL’s mould inspector examined the home and found evidence of continued water damage to the downstairs level, and found that improper installation of fibre-cement sheeting had led to wicking of water up the walls, and caused mould growth and discolouration to their inside face, all of which was unknown to the client or remediator.
Worse, thermal imaging technology revealed that there was water damage around a light fitting in the adjacent stairwell, which could cause damage to the home, fires, or even electrocution.
Thermal imaging technology revealed water damage around a light fitting, which could cause damage to the home, fires, or even electrocution.
Water damage was also visible through thermal imaging around window frames in one of the bedrooms. This indicated that there were ongoing moisture issues in the storage void beside the window.
Air and surface samples in the home found elevated and high mould spore counts all through the home, especially in the bedrooms downstairs, and confirmed the results of the visual inspection.
Lastly, there was deterioration of some carpeting, which attracts carpet moths and can lead to further building damage.
In conclusion, our inspector found that the remediation company had missed leaks from the roof through the walls, as well as improperly cleaned and dried the property. There was evidence of damage to cladding on two faces of the property, to internal walls in four rooms, to one of the stairwells, to the electrical components in the stairwell, to carpeting in two bedrooms, and to FC sheeting joints on an external façade.
From the first phone call through to the final report, the client waited less than 10 days. As a result, they were able to take back control of their indoor air quality, and fight back against large-scale mould growth in their home.
If you think that you might need an IECL Mould Inspection, feel free to call us on 1300 032 004.
This small workshop in inner city Brisbane found that they had extreme dust build-up, and weren’t sure if it was from the work they did in their workshop, or if it was a result of deterioration to the road outside their property, or from something else. They had deep-cleaned the property already, but were unable to stop the accumulation of dust on contents and inside rooms.
IECL was able to be onsite within two weeks of their initial email, and found through conversation with the client that that occupants had uncharacteristically dry eyes and consistent sinus issues after exposure to the dust. On inspection of the property, IECL’s consultant found that footings on the ground level had deteriorated rapidly, and that the staff members were exposed to this dust on a regular basis, as they went about their daily tasks.
Due to the chemical makeup of these footings, staff were exposed to chemicals that lead to lung damage and various cancers. The IECL consultant also took samples for chemical analysis.
Staff were exposed to chemicals that can lead to lung damage and various cancers.
The final report was released within two weeks of the inspection, and included analysis and interpretation of the laboratory results.
The staff members were being exposed to chemicals that are carcinogenic, but not at threshold limits. However, given the active nature of their work, the report recommended a deep clean of the premises, with a detailed list of all areas that needed cleaning, as well as specific requirements for effective cleaning that took into consideration the HVAC system, the size of particulates and what kinds of vacuum cleaners would be able to effectively capture those particles. The consultant also detailed the qualifications that cleaning companies would need to have in order to understand how best to clean the premises.
This enabled the client to return as quickly as possible to work, and to minimise the business disruption.
IECL was able to be onsite within two weeks of their initial email, and found through conversation with the client that that occupants had uncharacteristically dry eyes and consistent sinus issues after exposure to the dust. On inspection of the property, IECL’s consultant found that footings on the ground level had deteriorated rapidly, and that the staff members were exposed to this dust on a regular basis, as they went about their daily tasks.
It’s free to call us to see how we can help. Our main line is 1300 032 004, or feel free to email us at enquiries@ieclabs.com.au.
The owner of this seventh-floor 2-bedroom apartment called our Head Office looking for an urgent mould and moisture inspection after heavy rains led to a wet ceiling and carpets. Despite our fully-booked schedule, we wanted to support the client, and so organised to have a Mould Inspector visit her property the very next day, which happened to be a public holiday.
The client indicated that they were mould-sensitive, and
When the consultant arrived on site, they found mould growth all throughout the apartment. Inspecting the walls, our inspector found mould growth on skirting boards and a temperature difference between a concrete inner wall and the plasterboard wall it ran parallel to
A Queensland Regional Council was concerned about the indoor air quality in a local shopping centre under their care. There had been concerns expressed to the Council about indoor air quality issues from the tenants, including a medical centre located at the premises. A thorough investigation of the premises was required to address any public health concerns.
Within 2 weeks on the initial contact from the client, our inspectors were onsite conducting their investigations. Investigations of multiple tenancies identified significant water damage in the ceilings, with further investigation finding heavy mould contamination associated with ongoing water ingress issues. Water damage was found on a section of plasterboard within the medical centre tenancy. It was also noted that there were structural issues such that allowed air exchange between the ceiling cavities and occupied rooms. The A/C vents covers were also investigated and showed medium to high levels of dust present.
Lab analysis showed high levels of mould in the ceiling and A/C system. The species of mould found are known to be allergenic and produce mycotoxins. From these findings the indoor air quality would be severely impacted and may pose a health and wellbeing hazard to anyone occupying the centre.
Our preliminary report was made available to the client within one week of the site visit, enabling them to plan immediate action and make for safe occupancy.
