Some homeowners who can visibly see mold at their homes in Leesburg, VA wonder if they should still have mold testing. There are pros of mold testing which will be explained later, but for now it is strongly recommended that you do mold testing for any homes in Leesburg where these situations apply—
- The home in Leesburg, VA is a rental property.
- Whenever you buy or sell a home in Leesburg, VA
- If you home smells moldy but you can’t see any mold.
- If any of your family members are having unusual health concerns.
Mold is usually found in Leesburg, VA homes that have foundation leaks, roofing leaks, plumbing leaks, or humid basements. The pros about mold testing are that if you do it before any remediation, the testing will give you the type of mold in the home and where the mold is coming from. If you don’t find the water problem that is causing the mold growth and fix the problem, it will only come back at a later date.
Once the remediation is complete, a mold testing will determine if the job was done completely and no mold was missed and the air in the Leesburg, VA home has a normal level of mold spores.
If you are renting the home in Leesburg, VA, your mold testing report will protect you in court if you have a disgruntled tenant. The same applies when you sell your home. You have documented proof.
If you have any questions regarding mold testing or remediation, call the experts at Envirotex. Envirotex handles all your environmental needs including—
- Mold testing and remediation
- Asbestos testing and remediation
- Lead paint testing and remediation
- Meth labs and clandestine drum lab cleanup
- Selective demolition
Never put off taking care of any mold issues in your home or having mold testing if you suspect any mold. Mold can cause serious illnesses for family members and can damage the structure of your home in Leesburg, VA if not taken care of immediately.