As a landlord, you are responsible for keeping your rental property in good condition. Mold is an issue that can scare away good tenants, and if the problem is bad enough, it could leave you liable for affecting their health. Use the guide below if your tenant has notified you that they need mold remediation services.

A Landlord’s Guide to Dealing With Mold

What to Do

If your tenant tells you they have mold, respond immediately. You want them to know that you take the issue seriously and are not neglecting their needs. Respond in writing—for example, send an email—so that you have proof you dealt with the problem.

Schedule a mold inspection with a professional restoration company. They will take samples of the air to test them for spore percentages and look for visible signs of growth. They’ll start by inspecting the most common places that mold thrives: basements, underneath sinks, behind walls that house plumbing, around AC units, and behind water-using appliances.

Why Getting Mold Remediation Services Right Away Is Important

If you can see mold growing under the bathroom sink, there is likely more mold that you can’t see. This unchecked growth can cause serious property damage, as it traps moisture and destroys your structural materials. The airborne spores can also affect the health of your tenants; depending on the situation, you may be liable for any medical issues that are a result of the mold.

How to Prevent Future Mold Growth

Find the cause of the mold growth and fix it. For example, you may need to repair a leaky pipe or add ventilation to a bathroom. You should also regularly inspect and maintain your windows, roofing, and plumbing.

Tell your tenants to keep air flowing through the apartment by opening windows and using ventilation systems. Keep humidity in the apartment below 50% by using dehumidifiers, if necessary. Finally, tell your tenants to vacuum regularly to remove mold spores and use mold-killing cleaning products.

For more than 30 years, the mold remediation team at Arkansas Restoration Services in Russellville, AR, has been serving landlords throughout Pope, Yell, Conway, and Johnson Counties. They are known for their unparalleled customer service and accurate mold remediation work. Learn more about their services online, and call (479) 967-2018 to schedule an inspection.