Identify deficiencies that may impact IEQ and/or sources of odor concerns. Typically includes the following depending on the nature of concern, but not limited to:
- interview/questionnaire of concern individual(s)
- inspection above drop ceiling (condition of roof deck, pipe insulation, return air plenum)
- inspection of ventilation system (operation of variable air volume box and outdoor air dampers, check controls, measurements of carbon dioxide, temperature and relative humidity, sources near outdoor air intake, measure return and supply air volume, cleanliness of coils, liner and condensate pan)
- inspection of exterior
- inspection below drop ceiling (housekeeping, sink and floor drain traps, signs of past and present moisture concern via visual and/or moisture meter, mold growth, ensure connection of current and capping of abandoned sanitary vents, odorizers, excessive plants and fabric items, identify potential pathways, and measure volatile organic compounds, carbon monoxide, and lighting)
Dates of Assessment: July 29, 31, and August 1, 4, 2025
During the assessment to assist in addressing the leak, the Office of the Environment identified mold growth within the bulkhead. Based on conversations with Building Maintenance (Plumbing) a fitting had been leaking slowly for an unknown amount time prior to the leak being noticed. The board approved restoration contractor that was onsite for drying purposes removed the impacted drywall.
A moisture meter revealed that wood cabinetry and drywall walls contained elevated moisture. Dehumidifiers and fans were moved to areas of elevated moisture to facilitate drying.
August 1, 2025
A moisture meter revealed that a portion of wood cabinetry still contained elevated moisture. Dehumidifiers and fans were moved to areas of elevated moisture to accelerate the drying process.
August 4, 2025
The wood cabinetry was found to be dry using a moisture meter.
Below are the corrective actions performed in relation to this concern.
A board approved restoration contractor was contracted to assist with the drying of wet materials. Portions of drywall were removed to assess wall cavities to determine if insulation was present and to facilitate drying of the drywall walls. No insulation was present.
The restoration contractor also placed dehumidifiers and fans in the work area to facilitate drying.
The board approved restoration contractor removed the mold impacted drywall identified by the Office of the Environment.
Building Maintenance (Carpentry) had a board approved general contractor assess cabinetry to determine if they were usable due to the swelling caused by the leak.
The contractor is scheduled to replace cabinetry considered unusable and to replace drywall that was removed.