Mold, Lead, Indoor Air Quality & Asbestos Testing in Litchfield County, CT

Did you know that four out of five homes contain at least one environmental hazard that could impact your health? Whether you’re concerned about your home or workplace, RTK Environmental is here to help you address the issue. 

For 30 years, homeowners, businesses, insurance adjusters, commercial property owners, and real estate professionals across Litchfield County, including Torrington, New Milford, Watertown, Winsted, and Plymouth, have trusted RTK for all their environmental testing needs. 

Using state-of-the-art technology and adhering to the latest industry standards, our inspectors thoroughly examine your property’s structure, indoor air, water supply, and outside soil for the presence of mold, lead, asbestos, radon, and other environmental hazards. 

RTK Saves You from Unnecessary Repairs 

Because RTK’s services are limited to testing and consulting—not remediation—you can be confident that our assessments are unbiased and accurate. If we find a problem, we’ll provide a remediation plan, and you can hire a separate firm for cleanup. After remediation, we’ll return to verify the job was completed properly and offer tips to prevent future issues. This approach saves you from costly, unnecessary repairs. 

Based in Stamford and serving all of Litchfield County, RTK Environmental is a leader in environmental testing and consulting. Our professionals are certified, licensed, and fully insured. 

Litchfield County Mold Testing Services 

Why should you call RTK for mold testing? Mold spores, when inhaled, can cause serious health issues like asthma, chronic allergies, headaches, fatigue, skin rashes, throat and eye irritation, wheezing, and respiratory problems. Mold can be caused by water or moisture-related issues, including roof leaks, basement flooding, burst pipes, poor drainage, or high humidity. Often, mold hides behind walls and ceilings, so without testing, you may not know it’s there. 

Toxic mold is particularly dangerous because its spores contain mycotoxins that can harm your health. Protect your family in towns like Litchfield, Thomaston, and Kent by hiring a professional to locate and identify mold in your home or business. 

Litchfield County Certified Lead Inspection 

If you live in or are buying or remodeling a home built before 1978 in Torrington, New Milford, or Watertown, book a lead inspection. Lead poisoning is the leading preventable childhood disease in the U.S., and lead can be present in paint chips, tap water, dust, and soil. 

Nearly 80% of homes in Litchfield County were built before 1978, meaning many older homes may still have lead paint. Lead dust can accumulate or be disturbed during renovations. To prevent exposing your family to lead hazards, hire a certified expert for testing. 

Home test kits are often inaccurate, according to the U.S. EPA. To keep your family safe, ensure contractors are certified in lead-safe work practices. 

Litchfield County Asbestos Inspection & Testing 

Asbestos exposure is harmful and can lead to serious health issues, including lung cancer. Contact RTK before renovating any property built before 1980 in areas like Winchester, Barkhamsted, and Harwinton. Our licensed inspectors, project designers, and management planners follow all state and federal regulations, including the Asbestos Hazard Emergency Response Act (AHERA), to locate asbestos and monitor its removal. 

Our approach includes: 

• Comprehensive site surveys to identify asbestos-containing materials. 

• Bulk, air, and soil sampling. 

• Detailed reports on asbestos locations, quantities, and conditions. 

• Prioritization plans and abatement recommendations. 

• Asbestos clearance testing to ensure removal meets EPA standards. 

Indoor Air Quality Testing in Litchfield County 

Indoor air pollution can be caused by common household or office products. The U.S. EPA reports that indoor pollutant levels can be 25 to 100 times higher than outdoor levels. What’s in the air you breathe every day? 

RTK Environmental can test for dangerous levels of toxins including radon, mold, VOCs, carbon monoxide, off-gassing from carpets or furniture, and particles from furnaces and wood-burning stoves. We also test for asthma triggers like dust mites, insect cells, and other causes of Sick Building Syndrome. 

Our customized investigations will pinpoint the source of your health or air quality issues. We provide a detailed report with actionable recommendations for resolving the problem. After remediation, we verify that the issue has been effectively addressed. Since we focus solely on testing and consulting—never remediation—you can trust our assessments to be accurate and unbiased. 

If you live or work in Torrington, New Milford, Litchfield, or the surrounding area and need environmental testing, contact RTK Environmental today to schedule an inspection or call 800.392.6468.