If you’ve got a mold infestation in your home, fixing it promptly can help you avoid thousands of dollars in repairs. This is why the mold inspection and remediation professionals from A-1 Mold Testing & Remediation in Lincoln and Omaha, Nebraska, offer efficient and affordable mold removal assistance. However, for you to get the most out of their services, they’ve compiled a few facts to help you prepare for a mold inspection.

For those who want their homes to remain mold-free, here are five tips to get ready for an inspection from A-1 Mold Testing & Remediation:

• Isolate the Area:  When you have identified a problem area, you should isolate the area.  Seal the room or area off by covering any doors with plastic.  
• Seal Off Air Vents: Sealing the vents will reduce air movement which in turn causes spores to become airborne.  Cover both return and supply vents with plastic or painters tape.
• Don’t Clean It: Once you’ve identified an area with what appears to be mold, it’s important to leave it alone. Cleaning it can cause mold spores to spread through your home, making it harder to identify problem areas once a mold professional arrives. 
• Avoid Exterior Ventilation: For many who think they’ve got a mold infestation, throwing open the windows is often their first reaction. However, opening windows will increase air flow which in turn causes spores to become airborne. So keep them closed until the pros arrive. 
• Finally Leave It ALONE:  Many people think that if they just tear out what is affected quickly they will be better off.  However, you will likely cause a bigger problem than what you began with as you will be disturbing the mold and causing millions of mold spores to become airborne and spread throughout your home. 

If you’re in the area of Lincoln or Omaha, Nebraska, and think you’ve got a mold problem, don’t hesitate to call the experts at A-1 Mold Testing & Remediation today at (402) 474-6653. You can also visit them online for a few helpful prevention tips.