Mold is a naturally occurring living organism found in virtually every environment. It grows when the humidity is 60% or higher, if there is a substance for it to eat (like drywall), if the temperature is between 40 and 100 degrees, and if mold spores are present. Mold’s purpose is to aid in the decay of organic material such as leaves and dead trees. It deposits the organic matter back into the earth by consuming this organic material.
Consider This:
If leaves fell during the fall and did not decay, the earth would be covered by leaves. If dead trees and other plants did not decay, how would nutrients return to the soil to aid in the growth of new plant life? Our landfills are full of human-made products that will take centuries to decay. In the right place, mold aids in sustaining life. In the wrong place, mold can have a very negative effect on our health. Visit the Environmental Protection Agencies “A Brief Guide to Mold, Moisture and Your Home”. This guide contains valuable information and tips on bathrooms and mold cleanup.
Is Your Home Making You Sick?
We do not know until we complete a mold inspection. Mold test kits are sold at department stores and home improvement chains. The issue is that every house has mold spores, so testing in this manner will provide results that we are already aware of, such as mold spores in the air. Have you scheduled a mold inspection with a certified mold inspector? You should, since they are trained in detecting indoor mold issues, and they can provide you with a written report that goes well beyond the mold test.
Do not just get a mold test; it is no different than the test kit from a home improvement store. We already know there are mold spores in the air.
If you are in our service area and want a genuine mold inspection by a certified trained professional, give us a call or send an e-mail. We can help determine if you have an indoor mold problem. Mention this blog post and get $25.00 off your mold inspection.
Aztec Home Inspections provides professional inspection services to customers in Waynesboro, Harrisonburg, Charlottesville, and the surrounding areas. Contact us to schedule an appointment.