Factors in Mold Evaluation

Indicators that you may need an inspection

• Was your home built before 1995? Before 1995, building codes were often below our current standards for dealing with the effects of rain, snow and ice

• Do you have a flat roof (or does your roof need to be replaced)?

• Is your water heater more than 5 years old? your tank should be inspected every 5-7 years

• Are your water lines connecting your toilets, sinks, dishwasher or refrigerator old or cracking? Water lines should be inspected every 2 years

• Can you see water rings on the ceiling? or discolored paint?

The most common areas you will find mold living in your house or business:

Bathroom

– no exhaust fan or poor ventilation
– sweating windows or improper installation of windows
– water seeping onto the floor or walls excessively from showers and other bathroom uses

Attic

– roof leaks due to faulty or improperly installed roofing materials, flashing or vents
– lack of ventilation
– vents are blocked
– appliances or fans vented directly into the attic
– disconnected heating line, causing humidity

Bedroom

– poor air circulation or dead air
– sweating windows or improper installation
– roof leaks
– siding leaks

Laundry Room

– improper installation of the dryer vent
– lack of ventilation
– leaky washing machine

Kitchen

– leaky sink, drains, garbage disposal, dishwasher
– lack of ventilation around appliances
– leaky or broken refrigerator

living Room

– Poor circulation or dead air
– leaky or broken pipe (possibly from outdoor spigot)
– siding leaks

Crawl Spaces

– lack of ground vapor barrier
– water present from poor construction: siding, foundation, sill plate, vapor barrier, flashing, drainage
– leaky pipes
– animal invasion
– blocked vents
– water leakage from house plumbing

Garage

– water coming in through garage door or foundation
– Poor circulation
– leaky water tank
– disconnected exhaust vent from furnace or water heater

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Why Choose Us?

Our technicians are certified through the Professional Mold Inspection Institute (PMII), approved by Institute of Inspection Cleaning And Restoration Certification (IICRC), and National Association of Mold Remediators & Inspectors (NAMRI). Following their strict protocols, we can better evaluate, plan, and execute a mold remediation project for you!