When you buy a home, you have to schedule inspections to determine if the property meets proper safety standards. One issue the inspector will look for is mold, which can form in dark and damp areas hidden out of sight. If they detect the fungus, you’ll need mold remediation to eliminate the possibilities of allergic reactions and structural damage. Here’s where you should start.

My Home Inspection Found Mold: What Should I Do Next?

1. Schedule Mold Testing & Source Finding

First, professionals need to identify what type of mold is in the home and how it formed. Mold can be allergenic (may cause allergy flare-ups), pathogenic (may cause infection for people who already have an illness or disease), or toxigenic (toxic to all humans). It is most often found in areas with high moisture, including bathrooms, kitchens, and basements. It can also form behind walls if a pipe leaks or bursts.

Toxigenic mold is the most serious and requires immediate attention. Black mold is the most common example. It can cause a variety of health problems, including wheezing, chronic eye irritation, coughing, sneezing, headaches, and nose and throat rashes.

2. Hire Mold Remediation Experts

Use professional mold remediation services for infestations over 10 square feet to prevent exposure and subsequent allergic reactions. The experts will use biocide to disinfect all contaminated surfaces, including furniture, and eliminate musty odors to help everyone in your home breathe easier. They will also section off unaffected portions of the house to prevent spores from spreading.

3. Get Post-Remediation Testing

Schedule another appointment after remediation to ensure the mold is gone. Professionals will perform visual inspections and collect indoor and outdoor air samples, which get sent to a lab for testing. The lab will determine if the indoor spore levels are equal to or less than the outdoor samples.

If your new home requires mold remediation, rely on Rumpke Restoration. The locally owned and operated restoration company provides 24/7 emergency services and a 100% satisfaction guarantee to residents in the Greater Cincinnati area. They serve the cities of Loveland, Milford, West Chester, Mason, Amelia, Batavia, Anderson, New Richmond, Northside, Hamilton, Fairfield, Springfield, Dayton, OH; Butler, Clermont, Hamilton, Highland, Warren counties; Union, Montgomery, and Symmes Townships; and the Village of Indian Hill. Call (513) 760-5501 today to schedule an appointment, or learn more about mold removal services online.