Homeowners, property managers, & business owners need to be aware of mold. If you run a business or manage properties, unchecked mold can cause legal problems. And if you own a home, not clearing away mold can damage your property and possibly cause health problems.
1. You Only Need to Check For Mold In The Basement
Although basements should be checked for mold and are the most common area for mold, mold only needs moisture and darkness to grow. Mold can grow in kitchens, bathrooms, and even in walls with leaking pipes just as easily as it grows in basements.
2. You Can Visually Identify Mold Types
The idea that you can eyeball mold and tell if it is dangerous or not is a myth. If you see mold, you should take steps to remove the mold, and possibly schedule a mold test to find out if there is more mold in your home than what you initially found. Testing for mold can also give you an accurate report of the type of mold you are dealing with which will inform how you should get rid of it.
3. All Mold Smells
Some mold is odorless. Although it is true, that many varieties of mold have a common scent, not smelling mold does not mean that you do not have mold. You should have your home or property tested for mold to know if mold is present or not.
4. You Only Need To Test For Mold If You Find Some
Having your property professionally tested for mold is a great preventative measure. If your home has experienced flooding, or there are pools of water in your basement you should have your home tested for mold. Mold testing is also a smart decision when you have plumbing issues. Testing for mold after finding mold is a good way to find out what kind of mold you are dealing with, but you can also benefit from preemptive tests, especially after buying a new property.
5. Only Professionals Can Remove Mold
One reason to have professional mold testing is that because many mold varieties do not require professional removal. Once you know what kind of mold you are dealing with, mold testers will tell you whether or not you need professional mold removal for your own safety.
DCM Environmental testing provides expert mold testing in the Massachusetts area. After we test we will provide a full comprehensive report to our clients. We do not offer removal services, so you know our results are unbiased. If we believe that you will be safe removing the mold on your own, we will tell you. Contact us today.
