FAQ:

What are some of the concerns that come with having mold in my home?

• You may be breathing in mold spores, which can accumulate in the body and the brain, resulting in conditions such as allergies, headaches, infections. and various respiratory conditions.

• Mold has been found to lead to developing respiratory issues in small children.

• Mold breaks down and destroys any material it grows on, which can impinge on the safety of a building.

How do I know if I have a mold issue?

• Presence of moldy/musty odors

• Water intrusion

• Presence of varying colored hairy/furry growth on drywall and wooden baseboard finishes

When should I get a Mold Inspection?

• When moldy/musty odors are present in the home

• When there is active water intrusion associated with roof leaks, leaking dishwasher, leaking clothes washing machine, leaking windows, and open exterior wall penetrations

• When people living in the home are sick, and are not responding to traditional medications

How long does a Mold Inspection take to be completed?

The first step in the mold inspection is testing via swabs or air sampling, which is followed by delivering the samples to the lab. The lab will then evaluate the samples, and determine if mold is present, as well as what type of mold you are dealing with. The entire process takes between 24 and 48 hours.

What can I expect from the Mold Inspection report?

• A readout of all the airborne particles in your home compared to what is outside the home with air sampling

• A readout out of the material from the swab sampling

What are the next steps if mold is found?

If mold is found then remediation may be required by a certified mold remediation professional as per state required protocols.