You’re probably aware that mold can be dangerous to your health, and it’s often found in places where moisture has been present—think of your bathroom or even your basement after a hard rain. Mold can be an especially big problem when it’s located in your home, so if you suspect you have mold growing, the best course of action is to contact a reputable mold removal company right away. To help you with this process, we have created the ultimate guide to finding and working with a mold inspection and removal Benton AR. Let’s get started!
What is mold?
Mold is a fungus that can infect almost any material—paper, fabric, wallboard, carpet, and leather— almost anywhere. Mold reproduces by releasing tiny spores into the air or water; if they land on a damp surface, they start to grow. It takes time for mold to build up enough to be seen or detected. An inspection performed by EnviroPro Testing and Consulting will use some kind of dye (dyes are used because not all mold produces spores) that can show where there might be mold growth underneath baseboards, behind walls and beneath flooring. If you have questions about inspection or testing services from EnviroPro Testing and Consulting please don’t hesitate to contact us at 501-249-5028.
Why should you get your house inspected?
Mold is sneaky. There’s no way to prevent it from growing inside your house, so all you can do is remove it as soon as possible. To make sure you don’t forget, EnviroPro Testing and Consulting recommends mold inspection on a regular basis (such as once a year). As for how to find out if there’s mold in your home, consider getting it inspected by experts who use cutting-edge technology—like infrared cameras—to take pictures of concealed spaces throughout your home. In fact, such detailed images can reveal hidden dangers that many homeowners might miss. For example, investigators can detect water damage or mold behind walls or ceilings because they often appear warmer than their surroundings.
What are the different kinds of molds?
Molds are similar to mushrooms that grow on organic matter; they are found almost everywhere, indoors and outdoors. Mold can grow on virtually any substance as long as moisture is present, including organic substances like wood, paper or fabric. There are over 100 different species of mold; some molds produce allergens, while others produce mycotoxins. If you suspect a mold problem in your home or business, call us for a free consultation about mold inspection and removal in Benton AR so we can conduct an effective mold inspection!
How do you get rid of mold?
Mold inspection and testing Benton AR is an important part of mold removal—so important, in fact, that if you’re trying to remove mold from your home without a professional sampling first, you’re playing a very dangerous game. That’s because some mold can be good for you (and your house), but not all of it. Without mold inspection and testing, there’s no way of knowing what kind you have or how much there is.
Will my insurance cover it?
Many insurance providers cover mold removal, but you should check your policy because not all plans do. That said, there are services that work directly with insurance companies to help ensure that you don’t pay more than your deductible for mold remediation. Additionally, some public assistance programs will help cover mold clean-up costs if it can be proved that you fell ill from exposure to toxic molds. Be sure to inquire before hiring a company—you don’t want to find out too late that they won’t take care of your bill or issue refunds.
