EPA Relative Mold Index (ERMI) - A Powerful New Standardized Investigation Tool for Screening Homes for Mold Contamination

Guaranteed Property Inspection and Mold Investigation, Inc. has announced the availability of a new standardized mold test suited to screen homes for mold. Based on recently published data from Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) researchers and the 2006 HUD American Healthy Home Survey, the new EPA Relative Mold Index (ERMI) test has been developed as a tool to evaluate the potential risk of indoor mold growth and associated health effects...More

Mold Investigation and Mold Inspection Descriptions

Best practice recommends that mold investigations begin with a comprehensive property inspection. GPI mold investigations are conducted by Steve Zivolich, M.A., a Certified real estate inspector by both the California Real Estate Inspectors Association (CREIA), and ASHI the American Association of Home Inspectors. In addition, Steve is a nationally board Certified Microbial Consultant (CMC). The CMI title is a national board certified designation by the American Indoor Air Quality Association, AmIAQC, The CMC certification requires 8 years of experience in mold investigations, successful completion of a full day exam, national board review of work products, ongoing training requirements, and ethical standard compliance. The CMC designation by AmIAQ is recognized by the California Department of Health and most insurance companies... More

Code of Ethics:

In accordance with , the Indoor Air Quality Association and the American Indoor Air Quality Council code of ethics ; we investigate for mold/microbials/allergens/radon/asbestos only, therefore we do not offer to correct our findings, nor do we have any financial relationship with remediation companies, real estate or insurance companies. You can be assured therefore that GPI has no incentive to find mold in order to charge fees for mold abatement, or sell you air cleaning products that have not been verified by scientific research. Beware of "mold" remediation companies / "mold experts" that offer to both test and remediate mold problems, or sell you air cleaners amd other products;... More

Mold Investigation Testing and Instruments:

GPI utilizes state of the art investigation instruments including the most advanced infrared imager that offers a non-invasive means of diagnosis of invisible plumbing and building envelope moisture problems.

In addition an Airborne Particle Counter is used to determine the presence of invisible particles that can be an indication of mold contamination. HHPC-6.

The airborne particle counter is a sophisticated laser based instrument that measures airborne particles in mold spore size ranges which are far too small to be seen, but may have a serious impact on air quality and therefore personal health and safety... More

Toxic Mold News

High Point City Manager Orders All Fire Stations Inspected For Mold - WFMY News 2

High Point City Manager Orders All Fire Stations Inspected For Mold WFMY News 2 Lab samples showed two types of mold, one harmless and the other toxic. They believe it was caused by condensation from an air conditioning vent. ...

Weathering the mycotoxin storm - Ag Weekly

Weathering the mycotoxin storm Ag Weekly Mycotoxins are produced by certain species of molds during environmental conditions that challenge or stress the mold. Molds are everywhere and are one of ...

Editor's Notes: Hopes and fears - Jerusalem Post

Editor's Notes: Hopes and fears Jerusalem Post Would a peacemaker in the Sadat mold, some of those around the prime minister ask rhetorically, have deliberately spent the first nine months of the ... and more »

Town Hall project promises energy savings - York Weekly

Town Hall project promises energy savings York Weekly SEABROOK — While Town Hall is being rid of its toxic mold, the process stands to provide savings in energy as well. ... and more »

5 Steps to Mold Prevention and Eradication - Organic Authority (blog)

5 Steps to Mold Prevention and Eradication Organic Authority (blog) The above three steps will handle most mold problems, but in an extreme case like toxic black mold, you'll want to call in backup for help. ...

Toxic cake mixes? Consider this overblown myth debunked - Taunton Daily Gazette

Toxic cake mixes? Consider this overblown myth debunked Taunton Daily Gazette There have been a few documented cases of sickness and death, but the victims had severe mold allergies and ate two-year-old mixes exposed to mold. ... and more »

Crews Cleaning Mold At Kromrey Middle School - WISC Madison

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Crews Cleaning Mold At Kromrey Middle School WISC Madison Johnson said it's not toxic, but the mold is an allergen and can cause problems for students or staff with respiratory issues. "The floors are to be cleaned ... Mold Issues Close Kromrey Middle SchoolWMTV all 7 news articles »

Communication Breakdown: Fire Chief Apologizes for Mold Issue - My Fox 8

Communication Breakdown: Fire Chief Apologizes for Mold Issue My Fox 8 Hazardous material crews have started working on the mold problem at Station No. 12 located on 4538 Barrow Road. The toxic mold was found in ceiling tiles ... High Point Fire Station Closed Due to MoldFireNews.net all 2 news articles »

Firefighters Concerned Mold Problems Could be Widespread - My Fox 8

Firefighters Concerned Mold Problems Could be Widespread My Fox 8 HIGH POINT, NC (WGHP) - Several firefighters in High Point are concerned a toxic mold problem that was discovered at fire station on Barrow Road could be ... and more »

Prevent Toxic Mold Growth - WENY-TV

Prevent Toxic Mold Growth WENY-TV The New York State Toxic Mold Task Force is seeking public comment on a report to the governor that recommends steps for mold prevention and awareness.

Steve Zivolich
IH, MA, CMC

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V.P. Security

Qualifications and Experience

Over 4,000 Property Inspections and Mold Investigations

Industrial Hygienist, American Industrial Hygiene Association #163536

Asbestos Certified Building Inspector, AHERA, EPA

Certified CREIA Inspector, California Real Estate Inspection Association

Certified ASHI Inspector, American Society of Home Inspectors #244157

Council-Certified Microbial Consultant, American Indoor Air Quality Council

American IAQ Council Certification Board Member

IESO Standards Development Committee Member

Certified Partner of Environmental Data Resources

Field Instructor, Inspection Training Associates

EMF (Electric and Magnetic Field) consultant

Educationally Certified Inspector, ITA

RESNET Certified Energy Inspector

Better Business Bureau Member #12-13092605

Member, US Green Building Council

Steve Z. Arrives Green To Inspections In His Zero Emission Rated Prius

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