If you’re buying a home, mold testing is not optional - it’s absolutely critical. In fact, a population-weighted average from multiple U.S. studies shows that 47% of homes have measurable dampness or mold! Left unchecked, mold remediation costs can easily run into the six-figure range. But beyond the financial risk, mold can potentially trigger major health issues like respiratory problems, infertility, chronic inflammation, neurological issues, allergies, and many more things.
Homes for sale often sit with the air conditioning off to save money. Even a very short amount of time with elevated humidity can destroy a home. Realistically, there’s a very strong chance that the home you’re eyeing has hidden mold, even if nothing is visibly wrong. We have seen sellers cover odors up with fragrances and hide mold with new flooring, drywall, and paint. These tactics may make the mold invisible to the human eye but our laboratories examine microscopic samples leaving them nowhere to hide. If a professional inspection does uncover mold, that gives you a powerful negotiation tool: you can demand remediation, or use it to drive the purchase price down. Skipping mold testing could end up costing you your health and become a huge financial burden. The safe thing to do is to get your potential new home tested.
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