Does Your Home )or one you plan to purchase) Have Mold?

Mold, like anything else, is easy to locate if you know what to look for and the right questions to ask. There are some good indicators that include:

1 - A musty smell (Approximately 90% of homes with mold have this.)

2 - Evidence of a water leak or condensation.

Wheather you're buying a house or currently own a home and are concerned about mold, ask the seller (or yourself) the following questions.

A - What is the condition of the roof? Has it ever been patched?

B - Have you had chimney, dormer, vent pipe, or other flashing repairs done?

C - Have you had window casings or trim replaced?

D - Have you had any repairs made to your siding?

E - Have you ever replaced the hot water heater? When? Was it due to a leak? How long did it leak before being replaced?

F - How is the air conditioning unit functioning? Have you ever had the condensation line/pump back up?

G - Is the heating or air conditioning system in the crawl space or attic? If in the attic, has it ever leaked onto the attic floor or ceiling below?

Mold is found in homes more often than you would imagine. A typical home inspection is limited to visible mold and guidance on what needs to be done to correct it. Many times, mold inspection reports have ended negotiations for a home's sale.

For more information on mold remediation, please call Swat Pest and Healthy Spaces at 812-476-9708. We look forward to serving you!