Indoor mold can pose a serious health risk, especially for people with
allergies and asthmatics. Exposure to certain types of indoor mold can
even be deadly in some cases, which is why it’s important that you
get rid of mold as soon as you spot it in your home. Unfortunately, not
all mold infestations are that easy to diagnose. Most of the time, mold
problems are hidden out of sight in the attic, crawlspace, or behind walls.
Although these mold growths are out of sight, people inside the house
can still breathe in the mold spores and experience the negative consequences
of exposure. The good news is that a mold inspector can quickly identify
if you have a mold problem and where the infestation is located. Here
are some things you can expect when hiring a mold inspector in Plano.
Initial Mold Testing
When you schedule mold testing with a mold remediation company, you should expect a licensed third-party Mold Assessment Consultant to carry out the inspection to ensure there’s no conflict of interest. During this initial testing, air and/or surface samples will be taken and analyzed in a laboratory setting to confirm the presence of mold in your home. You should be provided with a copy of the mold testing results and an explanation of how to interpret the results and what they mean.
Written Mold Removal Protocol
If mold is detected in your home, a mold removal protocol will be created
to outline exactly what steps are recommended to rid your home of the
mold problem. This protocol will give you peace of mind knowing the mold
remediator is not taking advantage of you. If any recommended step doesn’t
make sense, you can get a second opinion from another mold removal provider.
Clearance Testing
After the mold has been removed, the remediation company should bring back
the Mold Assessment Consultant to perform a thorough clearance inspection
to make sure that the air quality inside your home is at a healthy level.
If the Mold Assessment Consultant is satisfied with the results, he or
she will sign a Certificate of Mold Damage Remediation.