Mold Inspections, Are They Necessary?

Mold Inspections:

In today’s world, many families suffer from various allergies. Mold spores present in a home can greatly aggravate

these allergies. In addition, water intrusion issues present in a home can cause mold growth within 24 hours.

So, The Question Is: Should I Have a Mold Inspection in Addition to a Home and Radon Inspection?

The Answer Is: Yes!

Who You Gonna Call?

■ Home Inspectors today are trained to look for visual signs of water and mold while they are inspecting

various components of the home that are within the normal scope of the home inspection.

■ Home Inspectors who are also Certified Mold Technicians will look at other areas that are not within the

normal scope of the home inspection and will use special equipment that allows the technician to

determine moisture and mold conditions that are not visible to the eye.

■ In addition, Home Inspectors who are not only Certified Mold Technicians but also are certified to

perform Air Quality Inspections on the contaminants and various mold spores that are present in the air

of the home. This information can also assist Allergists who treat families with allergies.