3 Tips To Assess Mold Damage in Your Home

11/30/2020 (Permalink)

Mold damage in a Chicago, IL home

Read On To Learn Three Tips To Completed A Mold Assessment

Your home is a safe retreat for you and your family. As such, you want to ensure it is protected from certain elements of the environment. One common infestation that can spread rapidly is mold.

1. Know What To Look For
One factor that makes identifying mold tricky is that not all species look the same. Mold can appear in a variety of shapes. It can be a small spot resembling soil, a collection of spots or long and thin, resembling vines. Mold also comes in an assortment of colors, including:

• Neutral shades, such as white and black
• Neutrals with a green tinge
• Bright colors, such as purple and pink
  

While a patch of black mold is easily identifiable, not all developed spores look like this. If you find any growth around your house, turn to a certified mold specialist right away to get your house professionally evaluated and treated.

2. Check Locations Exposed to Water
Certain parts of your Chicago, IL, house are more at risk than others; therefore, even if you do not suspect these places, include them in your mold assessment. Any location that could be exposed to water has an increased chance of damage. Some obvious locations include showers, the area below sinks and windowsills. Less obvious locations are basements and walls, especially if condensation creeps in between the wall and wallpaper.

3. Investigate Your Air Supply
Evidence of mold and mildew can linger in the air you breathe. Therefore, it is important to check your air supply. Look inside exposed vents and around any air conditioner units and fans. If you suspect mold, professionals can test the quality of the air.
Completing a mold assessment does not have to be as tricky as it sounds. If you suspect growth, take action right away. Following the above tips can help determine if your house is experiencing an outbreak.