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Purchasing a home is an exciting process. Once you move in, you’re ready to start your life afresh—until you discover that there’s mold lingering on the property. How could you have prevented this? While removing the harmful substance takes a lot of work from a professional service, you can do your part as a prospective buyer by scheduling a mold inspection. Here are three reasons why it’s so important to take this step before you move in permanently.

3 Reasons to Schedule a Mold Inspection Before Buying a Home

1. Health Concerns

mold inspectionOnce you’re exposed to mold, you run the risk of suffering all types of health concerns, including exhaustion, runny nose, achiness, coughing, and watery eyes. By scheduling a mold testing appointment, your remediation specialist can determine the mold spore count in the home and the specific type of fungi present.  Further, the location and source can be identified as well as a solution to remedy the problem.

2. At-Risk Homes

If you’re buying a foreclosed home, it’s extremely important to schedule a mold inspection. Most banks sell these properties in their existing condition, and it’s not unusual for inspections to reveal a mold infestation. In some cases, home buyers will proceed with the purchase and hire a mold removal specialist to handle the problem.  However, many times people purchase these homes not understanding the severity of the problem and what it will actually take and cost to clean it up.

3. Safe Purchase

Buying a home isn’t quite the same as purchasing a returnable item at the store. You have to be entirely sure that you’re pleased with the property and that it’s safe for you and your family members. You may want to stipulate that your purchase is contingent upon passing the mold inspection. If there is mold, the seller then has the chance to resolve the problem or offer a more reasonable price if you have to handle the mold cleanup.

Scheduling a mold testing appointment is one of the best ways to ensure that your home is safe and ready for purchase. You’ll enjoy good health—and greater peace of mind.

 

If you’re purchasing a home and want to be sure it’s free of harmful toxins, contact A-1 Mold Testing & Remediation Services and make an appointment for a mold inspection. The experienced team, with locations in Lincoln and Omaha, NE, offers everything from mold sampling to remediation. Visit their website, or call (402) 964-2080 in Omaha and (402) 474-6653 in Lincoln.

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