About
Mary Anne Cash is a senior forensic building scientist and industrial hygienist with 12 years of experience throughout 20 states. Since 2013, she has dedicated her career to providing the highest caliber environmental consulting solutions in commercial and residential markets.
Mary Anne provides expert services including origin & cause assessments, water loss duration, microbial investigations, mold/fire restoration cleaning protocols, asbestos project design, and hazardous materials remediation. Mary Anne additionally provides expert ligation support and is a registered CE course instructor for topics on mold and water intrusion.
Credentials
- Florida Mold Assessor (MRSA)
- Florida Mold Remediator (MRSR)
- Texas Mold Assessment Consultant
- IICRC Fire & Smoke Restoration Technician (FSRT)
- Level 1 Certified Infrared Thermographer
- FAA 107 Remote Pilot (Drone) Certified
- NIOSH 582 Certified for Microscopic analyses
- Asbestos Project Designer
- Asbestos Building Inspector
- Asbestos Contractor Supervisor
- Asbestos Management Planner
- EPA Lead RRP (Renovator) Certified
- CSP, CIEC, CIH in training
- Certified Boom & Scissor Lift Operator
- OSHA 10 Hour Safety
Affiliations
- EPA
- IICRC
- ACAC
- ASNT
- NIOSH
- OSHA
- FAA
Featured Experience
Cause, Origin & Duration Consulting
Conducted forensic assessments for insurance clients in over 3,600 structures. Conclusions are based on the scientific method and over 20 years of forensic science data for water impacted materials and mold conditions.
Expert Litigation Support Services, Grain Valley, MO
Expert experience in 2023 microbial growth and water intrusion assessment deposition. The deposition resulted in a settlement agreement.
Department of Defense Water Management, Dover Air Force Base
Managed an 8-year-long contract with the Armed Forces DNA Identification Laboratory (AFDIL). The contract involved comprehensive analysis and management associated with the water and plumbing systems throughout lab structures.
Comcast Technology Center Skyscraper Inspection, Philadelphia, PA
Engaged in environmental consulting and inspection of the skyscraper during its construction to ensure regulatory construction compliance.
Hurricanes Milton & Helene Catastrophe Evaluations, Florida
Assessed causes of water intrusion and designed cleaning protocols for Hurricane damage throughout various complex condominiums and hotels in St. Pete, Tampa, and Daytona areas including: Bayshore Towers Condominium, Modera by Mill Creek Condominium, and Three Palms Pointe Condominium.
School District of Philadelphia, City-wide Asbestos Management
Managed and supervised AHERA projects in over 300 Philadelphia schools which resulted in achieving the goal of asbestos-free schools. Assessments included AHERA 3-Year asbestos re-inpections, 6-month surveillance inspections, asbestos sampling, and abatement supervision of major renovations to maintain high air quality standards for students.
Muhammad Ali Center Museum, Fire Restoration
Designed a specialized fire restoration protocol after a fire occurred at one of the most uniquely designed museums in the US. The project resulted in adequate air quality standards that allowed occupants and the public to promptly return to a safe museum space. The restoration included design for the museum’s custom building materials.
Yakov’s Performing Arts Theatre, Branson, MO Storm Remediation
Managed a multifaceted concern involving a moisture assessment and specialized repair protocol throughout the vintage theatre. The assessment included a detailed investigation and repair protocol for specialty tapestries, curtains, and vintage wall textiles.
Wyndham Garden Inn Hotel, LA Hurricane Ida Evaluation
Conducted a multi-story commercial storm damage evaluation and microbial growth analysis at the Wyndham Inn in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. The assessment resulted in differentiating pre-existing from storm-related damages for water restoration planning.
Philadelphia Dept of Public Health Water Cooling Tower Program
Managed legionella bacterial water sampling at over 75 commercial structure cooling towers to derive statistical data for the DOH. The data initiated the birth of federal Legionnaires’ Disease regulation.
Philadelphia Museum of Art, PA Major Construction Renovation
Supervised abatement of asbestos materials during the 4-year-long major demolition and renovation of one of the largest museums in the nation. The various projects ensured regulatory compliance and removal of asbestos for safe re-occupancy.
VA Medical Center, Lebanon PA Asbestos Survey
Conducted a 3-month, 23-building asbestos survey prior to a campus-wide hospital renovation. The results allowed the VA to safely re-open spaces for patients following the completion of the renovation project.
Jefferson Health System, NJ Air Quality Consulting
Performed asbestos surveys and mold remediation oversight at over 15 hospitals throughout the Jefferson Health system, one of the top healthcare providers in the country. Managed asbestos abatement and mold remediation projects throughout the healthcare system which resulted in over 120 asbestos-free and mold-free areas for occupants.
Mountville Mills, Inc, Hailstorm Moisture Evaluation, GA
Managed moisture mapping and estimating for four 50,000+ square foot rubber manufacturing plant facilities following a hailstorm water intrusion. The facility is home to one of the global leaders in floor mat manufacturing and rubber compounding. The project resulted in providing a mold cleaning protocol designed for occupants to safely return to work conditions.
Sports Endeavors LLC, Fire Restoration, NC
Designed a fire restoration protocol following a fire event for one of the largest sports jersey customization facilities in the US. The AI-robot integrated facility and contents was promptly restored to safe conditions for continued operations.
Edward Hines VA Hospital, IL Regulated Legionella Assessments
Operated the legionella sampling program which resulted in successful regulatory health compliance at one of the largest United States Department of Veterans Affairs hospitals.
School District of Philadelphia Environmental Sustainability Project
Conducted mold and lead investigations, mold and lead remediation oversight, moisture cause reporting, lead in water sampling, and active leak reporting. The project reduced fungal growth and lead paint exposure by 40% in over 300 schools.
Hurricane Laura & Ida Catastrophe Damage Evaluations, LA
Conducted wind and storm damage evaluations of 12 residential and 3 commercial buildings in the New Orleans area. The evaluations resulted in adequate and economical restoration of the structures.
Property Management and Operations, NJ, PA
Managed, designed and operated demo/renovation scopes, budgeting, rental negotiations and estimating for both residential and commercial properties in PA and NJ. Maintained building systems (HVAC, Plumbing, Electrical). Conducted operations for short-term, seasonal, and long-term rental units.

