Scope factors
- Visible area size
- Moisture source
- Porous vs nonporous materials
- Attic, basement, bathroom, or crawl space access
- Whether water damage is still active
What to document
- Photos without disturbing growth
- Room and surface affected
- Leak or humidity history
- Odor patterns
- Who may be exposed
What not to assume
- Color does not prove species
- Bleach may not solve hidden moisture
- Testing is different from remediation
- Health claims need qualified advice