Mould Lab, Mould Lab Ltd, 69 Banstead Road, Carshalton (2026)

13/02/2026

ERMI isn’t about being “better” or “worse.”

It’s about depth of data and using the right test.

The original ERMI compares 36 species to help identify water-damage patterns.
ERMI PLUS expands that panel for broader screening.
ERMI ULTRA uses next-generation sequencing to detect all identifiable fungal DNA in your dust sample.

More data doesn’t automatically mean “more severe” — it means more clarity.

If you’re unsure which level is appropriate, we’re happy to explain the differences so you can make an informed decision.

💬 Comment with the ERMI you’re interested in (ERMI / PLUS / ULTRA) and we’ll send a sample report.

10/02/2026

Reviews like this remind us why we do what we do 💚

Mould and environmental concerns aren’t one-size-fits-all, and we’re always happy to help clients work through the right next steps.

Thank you for recommending us.

09/02/2026

Monday Myth: ERMI is "useless" because it’s based on US data.

ERMI was created as a statistical comparison tool — not a diagnostic test. The issue isn’t the test itself, but relying on scores and colour bands without understanding the underlying species data.

When used correctly, ERMI helps build a clearer picture of mould burden and patterns — especially when viewed alongside building history and context.

This Friday, we’ll be explaining the different ERMI testing options now available and what makes them different.

07/02/2026

It’s not always just mould.

Actinomycetes are Gram-positive bacteria commonly found in water-damaged buildings and are often present alongside mould — but rarely tested for.

Some clinicians working in the CIRS space, including Dr Shoemaker, have suggested bacterial exposure may help explain cases where mould testing or remediation alone doesn’t fully account for ongoing symptoms.

We now offer Actinomycetes testing at Mould Lab:

🔬 Environmental dust testing
https://www.mouldlab.co.uk/collections/testing-your-surfaces/products/actino-dust-test-actinomycetes-analysis

🧬 Skin swab testing (body exposure)
https://www.mouldlab.co.uk/collections/swab-tests/products/actinobacteria-skin-plus

If mould testing hasn’t given you answers, this may be a missing piece worth exploring.

💬 DM us if you’re unsure which test is right for you

(Testing provides exposure insight only — not diagnosis.)

02/02/2026

Your child’s story matters. And right now, it could change the future of PANS & PANDAS care in the UK. ()

If you’re a parent or carer of a child with PANS or PANDAS, I really encourage you to take a few minutes to complete this national survey from PANS PANDAS UK.

This isn’t “just another survey”.

Your lived experience will directly feed into two major publications due this summer, including:
- a parliamentary lived-experience report (with the PANS PANDAS APPG), and
- a Cost-Benefit Analysis with the London School of Economics, showing the real cost of current gaps in care — to families and to the public purse.

These documents will be used in discussions with:
- the Department of Health and Social Care
- the Department for Education
- the NHS
- Local Authorities

In other words: this evidence will help shape policy, funding, training and services.

As Vicky Burford, CEO of PANS PANDAS UK, says: “The more people who complete our survey, the stronger our evidence base will be.”

If you’ve ever felt unheard, dismissed, or left to navigate this alone — this is a moment where your voice genuinely counts.

🕒 The survey closes Wednesday, 18th February
👉https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/PANSPANDASUK?dm_i=7QI6,2HX47,6BYG46,5C6KO,1,0,0,0

Please share with any families who may be affected. The impact of this work will only be as strong as the voices behind it 💙

12/01/2026

💚 Thank you so much to everyone who voted 💚

The voting has now closed and we’re really pleased to share the outcome. Based on your votes, Mould Lab will now be donating £10 from every order to PANS PANDAS UK, a registered charity doing vital work supporting children and families affected by PANS and PANDAS.

Final voting results:
• Asthma Relief – 1
• Asthma + Lung UK – 1
• PANS PANDAS UK – 23 •
MCAS – 7
• St Cuthbert’s Hospice – 2

PANS PANDAS UK is a registered charity (Charity No. 1178484), and we’re proud to be supporting their work through ongoing donations.

Alongside financial support, we’d also love to help raise awareness over the coming year. If anyone has ideas or suggestions for ways we can support this community further, please do let us know — we’re very open to listening and learning. So feel free to reach out to us or comment below if you have any suggestions.

Thank you again to everyone who took part 💚

07/01/2026

Just under 4 hours left to have your say!

Don’t forget to vote below for the charity you would like mould lab to support with every sale made this year. 💚

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⏰ Charity vote reminder

Just a reminder that our charity vote closes Sunday at 5pm.

Thank you so much to everyone who has voted so far. At the moment, the voting is very close between two amazing charities — MCAS and PANS/PANDAS — both of which we would be incredibly proud to support.

Voting is taking place across Facebook, Instagram and LinkedIn, so please remember to vote once on one platform only.

We’ll share the final result after voting closes. Thank you for taking part 💚

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🌿 Charity Support Vote – Have Your Say 🌿

Thank you so much to everyone who suggested charities for Mould Lab to support — we received some fantastic nominations. We’re now opening the vote to decide which registered charity we’ll be supporting.

👉 How to vote:
Please vote for ONE charity only by reacting with the emoji next to your chosen option.

Voting is open across Facebook, Instagram and LinkedIn — please vote once on one platform only so it stays fair.

🎗️ Asthma Relief - UK Charity No. 1063965

👍 Asthma + Lung UK - UK Charity No. 326730 (England & Wales)

❤️ PANS / PANDAS UK = UK Charity No. 1178484 (England & Wales) and SC053206 (Scotland)

🌿 MCAS – Mast Cell Action - UK Charity No. 1142826

💙 St Cuthbert’s Hospice - UK Charity No. 517186

📊 Important note on voting:
To keep things transparent, the number of times each charity was originally suggested has been included as starting votes. All reactions and comments from today onwards will be added to these totals.

🗓️ Voting closes at 5pm on Sunday, and we’ll share the final results shortly after.

We’re keen to support a cause that aligns with our work and benefits as many people as possible. Thank you for taking the time to vote and be part of this 💚

31/12/2025

Wishing our friends, family and clients who have supported Mould Lab a very happy and healthy 2026 💚

Thank you for trusting us and being part of our journey — it truly means everything.

Keep an eye on our socials as we continue to share new tests, helpful insights, and the occasional promotion or competition throughout 2026.

29/12/2025

Just a reminder that tomorrow is the last day to suggest charities before we move to the voting stage.

We’ve already had some wonderful causes put forward that I’d be very proud to support:
• Asthma Relief
• Asthma + Lung UK
• PANS / PANDAS
• MCAS
• St Cuthbert’s Hospice

Voting will take place across Facebook, Instagram and LinkedIn. To keep things fair, we kindly ask that each person votes once on one platform only 💚

If there’s a charity close to your heart, please comment below.

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2026 Giving Back: Help Us Pick Our Charity Partner 💚

In 2026, Mould Lab will donate £10 from every sale to one UK-registered charity — and YOU get to help us choose who we support.

We’re particularly keen to support charities helping people affected by:
🏠 unsafe or damp housing
🫁 poor indoor air quality or environmental health issues
👶 vulnerable children or families living or being schooled in unhealthy environments
💚 those who can’t afford the help or support they need

Comment below with your charity suggestion:
✨ Charity name
✨ Charity number (if you know it)
✨ Why you think we should support them

To help get the conversation started, this could include charities focused on:
• respiratory health (e.g. Asthma UK, lung/allergy)
• children’s health or family support
• safe and healthy housing
• improving living or learning environments, including schools

🗓 Suggestions close: 7th January 2026
We’ll then share a shortlist and open a community vote, so you can help choose our official 2026 Charity Partner.

If this is a success, we plan to repeat the vote every January, giving our community the chance to choose a new charity each year.

Drop your suggestions below — let’s make a real difference together 💚
— The Mould Lab Team

23/12/2025

Merry Christmas, Happy Holidays & a very Happy New Year from all of us at Mould Lab! ✨🎁

Thank you so much for your support this year — it means the world to us.
We know this season can be a busy (and sometimes stressful!) time, so we hope the next couple of weeks bring you warmth, rest, and plenty of time with the people you love. ❤️

We’ll still be here in the background if you need us over the festive period, but replies may take a little longer than usual as our small team is taking some valuable family time too.

We’ll be fully back from 2nd January — refreshed and ready for a big 2026.

Wishing you a safe, healthy and happy Christmas,
Julie & the Mould Lab Team 🎄🧪✨

21/12/2025

🎄 THE 12 DAYS OF CHRISTMAS — MOULD LAB EDITION

On the twelfth day of Christmas, my true love sent to me…
Twelve nights relaxing…
Eleven dry logs waiting,
Ten windows wiping,
Nine heaters ticking,
Eight gutters flowing,
Seven towels drying,
Six leaks a-fixing,
Fiiiiive clean vents!
Four open windows,
Three fans a-running,
Two wiped wreaths,
And one shake of the Christmas tree!

(Your home’s all ready — perfect for Father Christmas arriving!)

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