If you are looking into getting a new house, then it is always good practice to get an inspection. It is always difficult to know every little thing that has happened in a home. People will hide mold by trying to cover it up with paint. Most people do not know much about mold, but we are here to help with any questions. Mold can affect everybody differently. Kids and women are more susceptible to mold.

Many different items can be tested. Houses, apartments, mobile homes, RVs, and even cars can all be tested. Testing can target building materials (drywall, insulation, plaster, ceiling tiles, floorboards), HVAC systems and ductwork, carpeting and upholstery, window sills and basements, attics, crawlspaces, and surfaces where soot accumulates after fires.

Inspection times vary depending on what is being inspected and the overall size of the area. For a one-story house with one to four rooms and a single identified problem area, inspections generally take roughly 30 minutes to one hour to complete, allowing time for a careful review of the affected space, basic documentation, and any immediate photographic notes.

An easy way to tell is if you experienced water damage and mold has begun to grow. Mold can accumulate in your HVAC system, wall cavities, and other hidden areas, making you and your family more sensitive to respiratory problems and other illnesses. If you had water damage and notice you or household members are getting sick more often afterward, that could be an indication of an indoor mold problem worthy of investigation.