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Keep Your Tenants Safe With Mold Inspections

When you're a landlord, you have lots of things to do and maintenance to keep track of. Mold inspections might fall to the bottom of your to-do list. However, mold inspections are vital to keep your tenants safe and happy.

Why Should I Get Periodic Mold Inspections at My Rental Properties?

Mold inspections are a great example of preventative maintenance that keeps problems from spiraling out of control. Let's take a look at a few reasons why mold inspections are so important.

  • Mold can quickly become a huge problem. Mold is very common in homes. Mold grows well in drywall, carpet, and wood, making your home a prime spot for mold to take hold. If those materials get wet, mold can grow in as little as 24 to 48 hours.
  • Mold can indicate other issues with your property. Since mold needs moisture to grow, mold growth can indicate you have a burst pipe, a leak, or some other kind of water damage. Even without a lot of mold growth, water damage can be costly. The longer leaks are left unattended, the more damage you'll have to fix. By catching mold early, you can catch leaks early, too.
  • Mold can make your tenants sick. Not only does mold reduce your property value, it can even make your tenants sick. Mold can cause allergic reactions, asthma attacks, and irritation in your eyes, throat, nose, and lungs. By inspecting your properties, you can catch mold issues while they're small, so your tenants can be safe and healthy in their rentals.

When Should I Hire a Professional?

So you are convinced mold inspections are important. When should you hire a professional?

  • For routine inspections. Professionals have specialized tools to catch mold early. For example, they can use moisture meters to detect moisture in your properties even when there isn't any visible mold. They won't miss mold in hard-to-reach places, like behind walls or in the attic. You can set your tenants' minds at ease by calling in mold inspection professionals.
  • If you have water damage. Mold grows so quickly in moist conditions that it's a good idea to call a professional as soon as you notice any water damage. Some professionals can even help you prevent further water damage with services like basement waterproofing, which will keep your basement dry and free of mold.

BioClean Can Help

At BioClean, we can help you inspect your properties for mold. Don't wait until your tenants find visible mold or get sick. Contact us today for a free inspection.

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