Mold is a nuisance and that is why mold testing in San Diego is necessary when you suspect the presence of mold on your property. Mold loves dampness and that is why it may indicate water leakage. When inhaled, the spores can cause allergic reactions. They can also cause respiratory issues such as asthma in people. The spores in the air can colonize new places quickly.
Immediate inspection and remediation are necessary. A lot of homeowners try to remediate mold without professional help but that is a huge mistake. Here are some more mistakes that you need to avoid during mold inspection and remediation.
Assuming a visual mold inspection is sufficient
It is important to have a visual inspection, but it alone is not sufficient. Don’t let yourself believe that a visual inspection is sufficient to find the extent of the problem. Before you put together a remediation plan, you should conduct a thorough inspection. You should work with a reputable mold inspection company to test the mold samples.
Whilst the first tests will tell you whether the spore count in your home is higher than what you would expect in your area, a second test will tell you about the type of mold you have. Inspection professionals need to inspect everywhere in your home where mold colonies are suspected. Do not be surprised if a professional environment testing lab requires access to your bathroom, kitchen, basement, roof or attic.
Ignoring relative humidity
As we had already stated, mold thrives in wet areas. If you can see it in the crawl space, in your attic, or under the sink, rest assured that you have a moisture problem on your property. If the relative humidity level in your house goes above 55%, just know that it will create an ideal mold breeding ground. Any mold inspection and remediation will be less effective if the relative humidity in your home reaches this level but is not remedied. A relative humidity sensor can be bought at a local home improvement store.
Trying to remedy a situation that has gone out of hand
You can get rid of spores when mold sits on the surface. However, when spores of mold colonize porous materials such as upholstery fabric, wood, drywall, wallpaper, and more, it will become difficult to rid them of spores. Trying to fix severely infested materials and goods is a temporary measure only. Mold remediation and removal done this way aren’t effective. Your problem can worsen in the long term. You should call a trained technician to help you dispose of the affected things.
Spreading mold whilst removing it
After mold testing San Diego, you will be required to remove mold if it is present. One of the top benefits of hiring the right remediation company is that a trained professional will know how to prevent the spread of mold during a clean-up process. You can avoid the spread of mold spores by sealing up the target area with large plastic sheets. When you fail to isolate the area, mold spores can become airborne and get to other areas.
