Structural survey laboratory for mould, wood and asbestos

Identify harmful elements in buildings and assess structural and health impact

The laboratory supports organisations and individuals involved in building inspection, maintenance, renovation and demolition in clarifying whether harmful elements are present in buildings and how they affect condition and use. The need arises in situations such as moisture, mould or suspected hazardous substances, where a lack of documented analysis creates uncertainty about causes, risks and further actions.

Analysis of building-related harmful elements

The structural survey laboratory performs analysis of biological growth and selected harmful substances in materials, air and dust. These assessments provide a basis for evaluating building condition, health-related risks and handling of materials prior to renovation or demolition.

Technician analysing building material samples in a structural survey laboratory using microscope and laboratory equipment. — Laboratory analysis of building samples used to identify mould and other harmful substances.

Target group and benefits

Support building investigations with laboratory analyses that clarify damage causes, health risks and harmful substances in buildings.

The structural survey laboratory supports building owners, insurers, consultants, contractors and public authorities who need documented analysis of building conditions. Results identify mould types, biological activity, wood deterioration, asbestos and other harmful substances in materials, air or dust.

This supports assessment of whether moisture, contamination or biological growth affects the building or poses health risks to occupants, including cases where problems are hidden or not yet recognised. The documented findings provide a basis for decisions on preservation, remediation and further investigation, including situations before renovation or demolition where handling of materials and substances must be clarified.

Contact the laboratory

Get help with building investigations and laboratory analyses to clarify mould, wood damage, asbestos and other harmful substances.

Use cases

Analyse building samples to identify harmful elements and assess their impact on buildings and occupant health.

Mould investigation and species identification

Analyse samples from materials, surfaces, air or dust to determine whether mould is present and identify the specific mould types. This supports assessment of health risks to occupants and helps clarify whether concerns are caused by hidden or unrecognised moisture and mould problems in the building.

Wood deterioration and biological attack analysis

Examine wood samples to identify wood-decay fungi and insects affecting building components. The analysis supports categorisation of deterioration for insurance purposes, including distinction between rot and fungal damage. Microscopy is used to distinguish between different fungal types, as visual assessment alone is insufficient, and to document the condition and extent of damage in affected wooden elements.

Asbestos analysis before renovation or demolition

Analyse building materials, air and dust to determine whether asbestos fibres are present. Results support assessment of health risks related to exposure and clarify whether hazardous materials are present in the building. This provides a basis for planning renovation or demolition and helps ensure that waste is identified and handled appropriately in accordance with the material condition.

Investigation of environmentally harmful substances

Analyse material or dust samples to identify environmentally harmful substances in buildings. The analysis supports assessment of whether such substances are present in building components and clarifies their potential impact on both the building and its occupants. Results provide a basis for further investigation and for decisions on handling materials where contamination or environmental risk is identified.

Facility specifications

Provide laboratory analyses of harmful elements in buildings to support building and health assessment

Mould analysis and indoor climate testing

The laboratory analyses samples from materials, surfaces, air and dust to identify mould types. Indoor climate testing includes culture and DNA tests, and growth testing includes tape impressions, material samples and Mycometer testing.

Analysis of wood decay fungi and insects

Wood samples are analysed to identify wood-decay fungi and insects. Deterioration can be categorised for insurance purposes, and microscopy is used to distinguish between types of fungi and document damage.

Asbestos and fibre analysis

The laboratory analyses building materials, air and dust to determine whether asbestos fibres are present. It also performs quantitative and qualitative analysis of other inorganic fibres and microparticles such as mineral wool.

Facility setup

Carry out laboratory investigations using material, surface, air and dust samples

Material sample analysis

Samples from building materials such as wood are analysed to identify biological growth, deterioration or harmful substances. This is used when damage is visible or material condition must be documented.

Surface and tape sampling

Surface impressions and tape samples are analysed to investigate mould growth or biological contamination on building surfaces. This supports investigation of visible growth and assessment of affected areas in indoor environments.

Air sample analysis

Air samples from indoor environments are analysed to determine whether mould spores or fibres are present. This is used when indoor climate conditions must be assessed or when airborne contamination is suspected.

Dust sample analysis

Dust samples collected from buildings are analysed to identify mould, fibres and other substances that accumulate in indoor environments. This provides additional information about biological or inorganic particles present in the building.

Locations

Vejen

Navervej 1

6600 Vejen

Phone: +45 43 25 00 00

E-mail: info@forcetechnology.com

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Reach out to Heine Warthoe for more information.