How To Do an ERMI

How to do an ERMI

Doing an ERMI test on your own can seem daunting. But, the good news is it's pretty simple. Dare I say; it's easy! Just follow the simple guidelines I go over in the video, and you will have it sent off in no time.

Check the video for the full description, but here's 8 things NOT TO DO when collecting your ERMI sample.

What not to do when collecting your ERMI

1. No mold
2. No floors
3. No kitchen
4. No drywall dust
5. No grit or bugs
6. No window sills
7. No garage

What to do when collecting your ERMI

Now that you know what NOT TO DO with your ERMI cloth, here are some pointers on what to actually do. Again, watch the video for the full description.

1. Game plan
2. Whole home
3. Air filters
4. Wear gloves
5. High and low
6. Get dirty
7. One direction

Where to dust for your ERMI

Okay, you have the basics down on what to do and not do, but where exactly should you collect your clean dry dust from? Here's a list. You guessed it, check the video to see how I walk around our own home collecting dust for the ERMI.

1. Top of moldings
2. Top of frames
3. Top of cabinets
4. Shelves and units
5. Ceiling fan blades
6. Top of baseboard
7. HVAC / ductwork

"If there are mycotoxins in your body, you need to do an ERMI to find the potential source(s) of this toxicity. Home, work, school, other?" - Matt Kelly

Well this all seems simple right? Okay, doing your own ERMI can seem like a lot, but it's really quite simple. Watch my video above and you will have all the tips, tricks and guidance you need.

You now know how to do an ERMI test