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MOLD TESTING THROUGHOUT SOUTHEAST FLORIDA

Serving Miami-Dade, Broward, Palm Beach, Martin & St Lucie Counties

If your home or business has experienced any type of water leak or water damage, there is a good chance your property could have mold, because it can grow in as little as 24-48 hours.

Even when a company has dried out the water damage immediately, there is often mold growth that goes unnoticed. Visible damage is not always seen immediately and is usually due to moisture, so it’s important to check for mold spores in the air to accurately determine if you have mold.

The licensed Mold Assessor at Wise Inspections is specially trained to inspect and assess your property to determine if the presence of mold exists. Don’t Trust Your Mold Test To A Mold Remediator - Mold assessors inspect & test for mold. Mold remediators remove the mold.

Consult with an experienced, licensed mold assessor such as Wise Inspections, before hiring a mold remediator. This will help you avoid potentially harmful and expensive conflicts of interest*.

*See Florida Statute 468, Chapter XVI for more details.

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WHEN SHOULD I SCHEDULE A MOLD TEST OR INSPECTION?

When we do a home inspection, we also do a visual inspection for any signs of mold, but unfortunately, mold is not always visible.

When buying a home, mold may not be obvious, or the Seller may even have hidden the problem. This is when taking air samples and sending them to the lab can be valuable.

We spend up to 90% of our time indoors but are not always aware of the health hazards created by mold.

Indications that there may be a mold problem are generally a moldy smell, however, we have often found mold where there was no noticeable smell. Never ignore moldy odors, even if you can’t see any mold.

A mold inspection and mold test can tell you whether there is an elevated mold level and where it is located in your house.

Although most of the time, you won’t see the existing mold, your body’s symptoms may reveal you have a problem.

Many cases have happened where a patient has a health issue without knowing the exact cause, but had symptoms related to mold (headaches, coughing, sneezing, asthma, etc.).

This is often associated with being in a certain room. A mold inspection and test may help to confirm suspicions that a mold problem exists, and the problem can be quickly fixed to ensure you don’t experience further health problems.

FAQ - Coral Springs, FL - Wise Home Inspections

You’ve Got Questions about mold testing

The experts at wise inspections have the answers

What if I’m noticing symptoms?

If you are noticing symptoms such as difficulty breathing, sneezing, itching, runny nose, congestion, and dry, scaling skin when you are inside, then the mold is a possible cause. Mold spores get into your nose and cause hay fever symptoms. They also can affect the lungs and trigger asthma.
What if there has been a past water leak or event?

Then mold testing is recommended. Mold can grow in as little as 24 to 48 hours. This could be from a storm, plumbing leaks, improper insulation, ventilation or grading, construction defects, or condensation from the air conditioning system. Often, Sellers will fix the plumbing leak or replace the water heater but fail to realize that there is mold growing. Mold could be hiding in a myriad of areas. In the bathroom, mold could be under the sink, around the shower, or even in the ceiling. In the kitchen, it could also be under the sink or behind the refrigerator. Other places to check are around air conditioning vents, the air conditioning coils and around the air handler, the laundry, around the water heater, and behind wallpaper.
What if my house was previously affected by mold?

If your property was previously affected by mold, it may be wise to verify that all sources of moisture have been successfully stopped and that no residual mold growth has been left after a known water and mold problem has been fixed. On this note, if you are planning on renting or purchasing a new home, it is important to get a mold inspection to confirm that there is not an existing moisture or mold problem.
What is Black Mold?

Black mold is a misleading term, as many species of mold can be black. One of the most toxic mold species (sometimes referred to as black mold) is known as stachybotros. It has several known toxins and can potentially create allergies such as hay fever and asthma.
What are the benefits of mold testing?

Mold Testing lets you know if you have any hidden mold, what kind of mold you may have, help you avoid any potential health risks, help you avoid the possibility of expensive remediation in the future, and peace of mind when buying a home. The laboratory that does our testing will also give you a 9 Day Mold Free Warranty.

Your home inspector will generally take one air sample per 1000 square feet. Your home inspector will also collect a swab or tape sample from any visible mold growth.

You’ll receive next-day results from a certified laboratory, and an easy-to-understand report emailed to you within 24 hours of the inspection. We offer a MOLD inspection where we search out areas of potential mold growth and take direct samples or air samples to see if there is mold, if the mold is elevated, to see what types of mold you have, and to give recommendations on what steps to take next.
Can I file an insurance claim for mold?

If you have a significant water or mold problem, a Mold Assessment by a licensed Mold Assessor is recommended. A Mold Assessment is a comprehensive assessment of the property to determine the causes of mold and provides a mold remediation plan (protocol) in addition to any testing. This should be done by a company independent of the remediation company so that there is no conflict of interest.

You may also want to make an insurance claim. In this case, the more facts you have to present to the insurance company, the better, as the insurance adjuster is usually under pressure to pay you the least amount possible. In fact, a Public Adjuster may be needed to help you win your case against your insurance carrier.