Mold Odor & Roof Leaks and Mold

For the average family, their home is their single biggest asset.  It’s also where we eat our meals, spend time with our family, sleep, work, and live! Don’t risk the value and safety of your home.  You don’t want to own property, buy property, or sell property that has mold and moisture problems.

Make sure your home is safe from water intrusion and mold growth.

If your home exhibits any of the following issues, including mold odor, you should consider a professional mold inspection:

Roof Leaks and Mold

Damaged, worn, or improperly installed roofing materials can lead to roof leaks and mold and water intrusion in the structure.  Moisture is the primary cause of all mold.

Improper Grading

One of the most sneaky ways for water to enter the home is from improper exterior grading.  When the land surrounding a structure slopes toward the exterior walls, water from rain and landscape irrigation can  penetrate the structure and lead to mold growth.

Rising Dampness from Foundation

Moisture from the foundation can be caused by a number of factors including poor crawlspace ventilation, support beams contacting the soil, and cracks in the foundation.

Plumbing Leaks

Many plumbing leaks are obvious, but many more are not.  Undetected  leaks in a home, no matter how small, can lead to significant moisture intrusion and mold.  Often times these plumbing leaks will not be noticed by the  homeowner until major water damage has occurred.  Water hidden in your home will lead to a mold problem.

Poorly aligned Sprinklers

Are your irrigation sprinklers contacting the side of your home or causing excessive pooling and ponding?

Poor Caulking around Shower and Tub

Showers and bathtubs should be well sealed to prevent water intrusion.

Suspect Mold Odor

Molds often produce musty or other strange and unpleasant odors.  If you have mold odors, you could have a mold problem.

Plants or Trees Touching Exterior of Structure

Plants and trees that come in contact with your home may trap moisture against your home and allow for water intrusion into the structure.  This foliage can also block out sunlight that assists in drying these exterior walls. Wet walls can breed mold.

Buying or selling property?

• Don’t sell property with undisclosed issues or risk selling property with a latent mold problem. Have us perform a thorough inspection to reduce your liability.
• Don’t buy property with existing mold problems. This could seriously reduce the value of your property, subject your family to health problems, force you to incur large remedial costs, and could make your property tough to insure or sell.

Good information published by the EPA:

A Brief Guide to Mold, Moisture, and Your Home