If you suspect you have a mold problem in your home or are worried about the type of growth you’ve encountered, a mold inspection can help you decide whether you need professional remediation. To determine the severity, this process involves locating areas with colonies and identifying the type of growth.

What’s Included in a Professional Mold Inspection?

1. Hunt for Visual Signs

The easiest way to identify mold growth is by locating spots or patches on walls and other surfaces. Your inspector will walk through your home and look for colony clusters, especially in moist areas, like the bathroom and kitchen. A problem may also occur due to leaky pipes. Your inspector will look under sinks and inside cupboards for any signs of a hidden leak.

2. Look for Moisture

Mold spores are everywhere, but they only begin to grow when there’s enough water around to sustain a colony. Your inspector will check the humidity of the home and look for signs of extra moisture, like foggy windows or condensation on the walls.

3. Create a Moisture Map

The inspector will create a map of your home indicating where the most water has collected. These areas are at the highest risk for future mold development, and locating them allows you to proactively dry out the area as a preventative measure. Consider adding fans to cool humid areas or using a dehumidifier.

4. Taking Samples

Your inspector will take samples for air quality and test it to determine if there might be any hidden mold growth in your home that’s releasing spores into the room. They’ll also take samples of active colonies to determine the species and how dangerous it may be to you and your family.

If you’d like a professional mold inspection, contact the team at AirCare Hawaii in Honolulu. For over 30 years, they’ve offered mold remediation, removal, cleaning, and prevention as well as duct cleaning to residents and business across Oahu. Some of their trusted techniques include wet and high-efficiency particulate air vacuuming and dry scrubbing. View their services online, or call (808) 593-9600 to schedule a mold inspection.