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Welcome To Mold Removal Worx LLC
CREATING HEALTHIER LIVING ENVIROMENTS, SO YOU CAN BREATHE EASIER
About Us
About Mold Removal Worx LLC
Mold Removal Worx LLC is the sister company of Aztec Home Inspections Inc., bringing over four decades of home construction expertise and more than 20 years of mold inspection and sampling experience to every job. Our owner is a NORMI Certified Mold Inspector and Remediator with six+ years of certification-backed knowledge and a strong commitment to creating healthier indoor environments for Virginia homeowners.
As a Virginia Class A contractor, we don’t just remove mold — we can also handle full rebuilds and repairs after remediation is complete, offering a seamless, start-to-finish solution.
What We Do
Certified Mold Assessments for Homes and Businesses
At Mold Removal Worx, our certified and insured mold assessments provide comprehensive inspections for your entire home or building. We also collect up to six mold samples as part of the assessment process.
Mold Sampling & Lab Analysis
Accurate mold testing backed by certified laboratory analysis.
Crawl Space Encapsulation
Protect your home from the ground up.
Mold Sanitization
Surface mold doesn’t always mean total removal
Full Mold Remediation
When mold damage goes beyond the surface
Testimonials
What Our Clients Say
Mike Donitzen came out and did an initial home inspection including air quality testing for extensive mold due to a water intrusion in our basement. He ended up failing our house twice, prior to it passing. While incredibly frustrating that it did not pass the first time, Mike did not cut corners and made sure that the mold was remediated properly and the air quality was in fact safe. For each of the failed inspections, he provided clear, detailed instructions for the mold remediation contractor to carry out. It is because of his integrity and not just passing I am confident in our results and safety moving forward.
Mike was excellent to work with. He did mold remediation and crawlspace encapsulation. He answered all my questions and was patient and informative when explaining what he was going to do so that I understood the process. I would recommend his company to anyone and would use him again.
Mike did a thorough inspection and gave us a detailed report of where our mold problems are coming from and how to fix it. I can highly recommend him for mold assessment.
Mike is very thorough, prompt, professional, and takes time to answer all your questions! Highly recommend!
Caleb H.
AMAZING! Mike is an absolute wealth of knowledge. I called with questions about mold and feel like I've graduated mold college. Mike is very passionate about what he does and I will refer him every time. I am confident that his services are well worth your investment.
FAQ’s
General Question
A professional mold assessment provides property owners, homebuyers, sellers, and landlords with critical, actionable information about mold presence and the conditions that support its growth.
Unlike simple mold testing, which only returns lab results, a mold assessment evaluates the property in context—pinpointing why mold may be present and what to do next. Without this comprehensive evaluation, lab results alone cannot accurately define a property’s mold condition.
What a Mold Assessment Includes:
🔍 Interior Evaluation
The interior of the property is thoroughly inspected for signs of:
- Plumbing leaks
- Roof leaks
- Condensation or ventilation issues
- Water intrusion points
Walls, ceilings, cabinets, and furniture are examined for visible mold-like substances (often fuzzy in appearance), though visual evidence alone does not confirm mold. Relative humidity levels are also measured in various rooms to assess moisture conditions that could lead to mold growth.
🌬️ HVAC System Inspection
The HVAC system is a common hiding place for mold. During the assessment:
- Random floor registers are removed to inspect inside the ducts
- Air registers are examined for fungal growth
- The HVAC access panel is opened to check for mold inside the unit
🏠 Crawlspace, Basement & Attic Review
These areas are evaluated for:
- Signs of water intrusion
- High humidity due to poor ventilation
- Plumbing issues
- Observable mold growth
Collecting mold samples without a proper assessment leaves you with a lab report but no context or guidance. A full mold assessment helps determine:
- Where samples should be collected
- Whether a mold problem exists
- The extent and likely source of the issue
Sampling Process and Reporting
Samples collected during the assessment are:
- Immediately labeled with location data
- Photographed for documentation
- Shipped to an AIHA- or ACGIH-certified laboratory
Once lab results are received, a comprehensive mold assessment report is produced. This includes:
- Findings from the on-site assessment
- Certified mold lab results
- Customized mold remediation and/or sanitization protocols
All findings and recommendations are delivered to the client, empowering you to take informed next steps to restore a healthy indoor environment.
Short answer: No — not on its own.
While fogging may kill airborne mold spores temporarily, it does not remove visible mold growth from surfaces — and that’s the real issue. Since 1998, the EPA has made it clear that successful mold remediation means physically removing all visible mold, not just treating the air.
Fogging is often referred to in the industry as the “spray and pray” method because it gives the illusion of cleanliness without truly addressing the root problem. Dead mold spores may no longer grow, but they can still trigger allergic reactions and impact indoor air quality if left behind.
If your home has only been fogged, you may not be mold-free. For a professional mold inspection or a second opinion, contact Mold Removal Worx LLC today at 540-209-6965 — let’s make sure your home is truly healthy.
At Mold Removal Worx LLC, we believe in evidence-based mold remediation. Here are the top reasons to collect air or surface samples when mold is suspected:
- Establish a Baseline
Set a reference point for mold spore concentration in the air before remediation — essential for accurate comparison after cleanup is completed. - Identify Cross-Contamination
Determine whether a Condition 2 area (settled spores without growth) has been caused by mold spreading from a Condition 3 area (active mold growth). - Determine Mold Species
Identify the type of mold present in the air or on surfaces at the time of testing — crucial for targeted treatment and risk assessment. - Understand Health Risks
Learn about the health effects associated with each mold species found, helping inform medical or environmental decisions. - Support Medical Evaluations
Provide lab results to your physician — a microbiologist’s analysis of mold samples may help correlate environmental exposure with toxicology results from medical labs. - Verify Effective Remediation
Use post-remediation sampling to confirm that:- Containment wasn’t breached
- Condition 2 and 3 areas have returned to Condition 1 (normal fungal ecology)
- Clean areas remained uncontaminated during the remediation process
Mold exposure can trigger a wide range of health symptoms, especially in individuals with allergies, asthma, or weakened immune systems. Common symptoms of mold exposure include:
- Sneezing
- Runny or congested nose
- Chronic cough
- Itchy or watery eyes
- Conjunctivitis (pink eye)
- Skin rashes or hives
- Headaches
- Difficulty breathing
- Body aches and joint pain
It’s important to note that experiencing one or more of these symptoms does not automatically mean you have a mold problem. Similar symptoms can be caused by other environmental or health factors.
To accurately determine whether mold is present and affecting your indoor air quality, a professional mold assessment should be performed by an Indoor Environmental Professional (IEP). This assessment will help identify:
- The presence of mold growth
- The extent of contamination
- Airborne mold spore concentrations
If you’re experiencing persistent symptoms and suspect mold exposure, consulting with an allergist and scheduling a professional mold assessment with Mold Removal Worx is the next best step.
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