Radon Testing
Radon is a colorless, odorless, tasteless gas that has been found in homes all over the United States....
Pool/Spa Inspection
Just as a home inspection informs you about the condition of the home you are interested in purchasing, a pool inspection informs you about the condition of the pool...
Termite/Pest Inspection
It is not uncommon for most home inspectors to offer their opinion on the structural condition of the home as part of their report...
Mold Inspection
The mushrooms in your grocery store have much in common with the black mold that forms on stale bread and mildew that collects on damp shower curtains. ...
New Construction Inspection
There are good reasons to have a professional inspection performed on the newly constructed home you are purchasing...
MOLD INSPECTION AND SURVEY
Mold is a microorganism that occurs naturally in our environment.
Many of the things that we take for granted are the result of mold, such as leaves decaying, com positing and the development of antibiotics including penicillin. The problem is that while some are helpful, others are toxic and can be harmful to our health and housing environment.
Mold is caused by moisture or water penetration left untreated.
Mold causes structural damage. Mold can eat through building materials and if undetected and untreated can cause structural damage.
If there has been water damage, plumbing leaks or flooding, Mold could be hiding and you would not even know it.
Toxic or Allergenic Mold- Toxic Mold or high levels of an allergenic mold can cause severe health problems and make the home uninhabitable.
Everyone is affected differently. The molds that may not bother the seller may severely affect the buyer.
Red flags that require testing: Visible mold, Musty odor, Visible water damages/stains, Poorly maintainted HVAC system Construction defects.
Types of testing. Swab testing - Air testing - Carpet sampling.
Compare laboratory results to see if a problem exists.
