Dark, warm, and humid conditions often create an ideal breeding ground for mold and mildew. While you may notice visible buildup on shower walls or around sink fixtures, other growth may hide behind walls or in basements, putting you at risk of potentially serious upper respiratory issues. If you start experiencing unexplained skin rashes or runny noses or begin having trouble breathing, arrange for a mold inspection. The guide below looks closer at this process. 

What Happens During a Mold Inspection?

When you hire a licensed mold inspector, they’ll begin by performing a visual examination of the most vulnerable areas of your home. These will be places that are likely to be exposed to moisture, such as near your windows, HVAC unit, directly under your roofing, and around your plumbing. They’ll also take a look at building materials, including ceiling tiles, lumber, wall paint, insulation, carpeting, and upholstery. 

If your remediation company suspects mold in your home, they’ll perform tests to determine the type and level of risk. Spore traps collect mold indoors by drawing air into a collection membrane. The sample will then be sent to a lab for analysis. Additionally, they’ll perform a swabbing test to discern the type of fungal species present in your home and its threat to human health. 

How Will the Mold Be Treated?

If your household contains dangerous mold species or high quantities of spores, you’ll need professional remediation services. This team may kill the fungus with a biocide or spray the moldy materials with encapsulant that will trap the spores so that it can’t infect the air. During this process, they will seal off infected rooms to make sure the fungus doesn’t spread.

They can also help you identify the source of the growth—such as a leaking roof or faulty plumbing system—so that you can prevent new infestations in the future. 

Keep your home clean, healthy, and mold-free with help from the team at Arkansas Restoration Services. They provide mold remediation, as well as water damage restoration to residential clients throughout Russellville, AR. Call (479) 967-2018 to schedule service. Visit the website to learn more about their mildew and mold removal methods.