When our bodies give us signals like a tickly throat or an earache, we usually listen in. And if you’ve noticed mold in your home, or suspect that you may be developing a cough or cold due to prolonged exposure to mold you know exists, it might be time to connect with a professional mold testing and remediation service.
What does mold testing involve?
Mold spores, when inhaled or touched without warning, can cause a series of allergic reactions that can cause a ripple effect throughout the body. If you’re someone who already lives with asthma, allergies, or an autoimmune diagnosis, mold exposure can exacerbate your symptoms, and in extreme cases lead to hospitalization.
Mold inspectors and specialists can sound the alarm if mold is found on your property
Mold testing is a process that involves a professional mold remediation specialist who can take a sample of a surface or air quality in a specific space and test it to determine if there are traces of mold exposure. Our day-to-day lives are chock full of busyness, and from work to family life, it can be a challenge to know what to look for and know how to identify mold.
If mold is found on your property, getting in touch with a specialist should be your next step. The mold remediation specialist is the person who is most equipped to tell you if testing for mold makes sense for your circumstance, or if you’re dealing with something else entirely.
Certified mold specialists work to moisture map and check everything from HVAC systems to attics
Part of testing for mold involves a remediation specialist mapping out a visual representation of areas in your space that are wet and need to be dried. This includes other spaces that have not been affected by water damage, where spores may be present in the air. From the tallest attics to the darkest basements, mold testing can help prevent the development of serious illness.
Gauge the severity of the mold infestation you’re dealing with
When mold is tested by a specialist, they can determine the levels of exposure, and if spores have spread to other areas, weakening the integrity of structural areas of your home.
Mold forms all year round, they develop under a wide range of conditions and can return if not properly removed. You can check the severity of the mold infestation with a professional, but know that even the smallest trace of mold, depending on the species, can have health effects.
How mold inspectors and remediators are as preventative as they are active
Mold remediation isn’t just about identifying the type of mold, it’s about creating a game plan to contain and remove all traces of it. It is possible that dormant mold could become active, making a sneaky entrance onto your property. Regular mold testing is ideal throughout the seasons, especially when having work done on or around your property.
Prevention of structural damage
Mold spores move quickly and easily, spreading from one space to the other in next to no time. As mold takes hold of a room, it begins to weaken everything it comes into contact with. Your home could go from small mold contamination to an entire outbreak, as mold spreads sneakily outside of your immediate view.
Without mold testing, it is possible that dormant mold can sit and grow. Without leaky spaces to give you a signal, it may go undetected for prolonged periods of time.
Identifies and highlights water damage
Identifying and highlighting water damage goes hand in hand with discovering and addressing mold infestation. While mold is anything but a joy to find in your space, it can be indicative of a larger structural issue.
Saves you money by maintaining property value
The amount of money involved in mold remediation and removal might sound top-heavy, and though it’s another notch in the long post of being a property owner, it is arguably the most important piece. Mold testing is a preventative measure that can help keep your property value where it is, and ensure your home is safe.
Get the valuable insight you need for mold treatment and prevention with UES
At Ultimate Environmental Solutions, we know the value of your property and the subsequent health and safety implications that come along with it. We work hard to identify and treat mold infestations, so you can focus on living your best life. If you’re considering reaching out for mold remediation support for your property in Florida, it’s never too early to get a professional opinion.