Frequently Asked Questions

SMS Environmental offers environmental inspections and testing for asbestos, mold, lead, soot, nicotine, and drugs of abuse.

Independent third-party testing separates the evaluation of the completed work from the company performing the remediation or abatement. SMS provides objective inspections, testing, findings, and documentation so property managers, contractors, owners, and other stakeholders have clear information they can use to move the project forward. 

SMS provides next-business-day reporting whenever possible. Laboratory turnaround times vary depending on the type of testing and analysis required, but we work to get clients the information and documentation they need as quickly as possible. 

Post-remediation verification, often called PRV or mold clearance testing, is an independent evaluation performed after mold remediation to determine whether the work area meets the established clearance criteria. Depending on the project, this may include a visual inspection, moisture assessment, and air or surface sampling. 

We work with property managers, restoration contractors, insurance professionals, businesses, organizations, and property owners on commercial, multifamily, residential, and other properties throughout Maryland, Washington, DC, and Northern Virginia. 

SMS is not taking on homeowner inspections at this time. We appreciate you thinking of us and hope you find the right company to help!

Environmental testing identifies, evaluates, and documents environmental conditions. Remediation is the physical work performed to address those conditions. SMS is an independent environmental testing and consulting firm—we provide inspections, testing, protocols, consulting, and third-party verification rather than performing the remediation itself. 

Many molds are capable of producing mycotoxins that can be harmful to your health.  Molds can produce allergens and irritants that can cause illness  For this reason, all indoor mold growth should be removed promptly, regardless of the type present.

The most common indoor molds are Cladosporium, Penicillium, and Aspergillus.

SMS Environmental provides environmental inspections, testing, clearance, and consulting throughout Maryland, Washington, DC, and Northern Virginia. We work with restoration contractors, property managers, insurance professionals, businesses, organizations, and property owners throughout the region. 

Maryland
Annapolis • Bowie • Glen Burnie • Severna Park • Odenton • Crofton • Columbia • Ellicott City • Laurel • College Park • Greenbelt • Silver Spring • Bethesda • Rockville • Waldorf • La Plata • Prince Frederick • Lexington Park • Leonardtown • Baltimore 

Washington, DC
Washington, DC and surrounding communities

Northern Virginia
Alexandria • Arlington • Fairfax • Springfield • Tysons • Falls Church • McLean • Annandale • Reston • Woodbridge • Manassas 

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