Moving into a New House? Here are 5 Reasons You Should Have a Black Mold Inspection

February 2, 2023

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Moving into a new house? If so, it's recommended that you get a black mold inspection PNW company to come out and check for mold, so it can be properly treated before you move in.

Moving into a new home is usually an exciting time. However, it can also be stressful. Between submitting offers and conducting inspections, the process of moving into a new house is often draining…and expensive. These expenses and stressors can only be exacerbated if you move in and then discover mold growth. This is why hiring a professional black mold inspection company like PNW Restoration is recommended.

A black mold inspection covers all your bases to ensure your home is free of mold moving forward. Keep reading for the top 5 reasons hiring a company to conduct a black mold inspection is in your best interests:

1. It Could Combat Physical Illness

When people think about mold, they tend to only think about the issues it creates throughout the house. Don’t worry – we’ll get to that soon. However, many homeowners may not realize the serious toll mold growth can take on their immune systems.

Mold allergies are severe. They generally result in coughing, sneezing, and headaches. However, mold growth can also lead to insomnia, anxiety, depression, skin irritations, and gastrointestinal problems. Furthermore, mold can result in severe symptoms for both young children and the elderly. So, if you are moving in with a baby, toddler, or parent, a black mold inspection can help protect them.

2. It Can Help You Decide Between Two Properties

Are you torn between two houses? If one has mold, it’s likely to make your home-buying decision easier.

While mold can be treated, it may wind up costing a lot more money if drywall or carpet has to be removed. Having a black mold inspection early can help simplify your decision.

Plus, if a house has had mold for a while, you might be in for some serious structural repairs, which is going to cost you a lot more money than you anticipated. If you’re looking into buying a new home and it has mold, keep this in mind before you purchase anything.

3. It Gives You an Idea of Problem Areas Around the House

Yes, having a black mold inspection can discover mold. But, it can also help you identify likely problem areas in the house.

For example, if you found mold in the basement, what is likely to be causing it? A water leak behind the wall? An opening from the outside, caused by a broken or clogged gutter? Since mold occurs after water damage, the presence of it could also signal another problem throughout the house that needs attention. And the worse your mold issue becomes, the more likely it is that mold spores will spread through your home. It’s important to identify these problem areas quickly so they can be treated.

4. It Eases Your Mind

If you find the perfect house and fall in love with it, you probably can’t wait to move in. But if you’re concerned about mold growth, the waiting game will feel torturous. Thankfully, a black mold inspection can put your mind at ease one way or the other. On the one hand, if you don’t find mold, then it’s one less thing you have to worry about with your home. On the other hand, if mold is found, you can come up with a plan of attack or make decisions based on what’s been found.

5. Reduces the Risk of Structural Damage

Last but not least, a black mold inspection reduces the risk of your new home sustaining structural damage. Mold likes to feed on natural materials like wood and can eventually cause serious issues with your home’s structural integrity. Find out ahead of time if this could lead to a big concern down the line. The last thing you want is for mold to cause damage to your home and cause a huge repair bill.

If You’re Looking to Have Your New Home Inspected for Mold, Call PNW Restoration for a Black Mold Inspection in PNW

So you’re moving into a new home and you want to make sure that it doesn’t have any mold. This is a great step to take to ensure that you’re paying for a home that doesn’t have extensive issues. When you’re looking to get this done, call the professionals at PNW Restoration!

We offer 24/7 service and can offer you a free estimate. Just call us at (971) 247-3381, set up an appointment for your free estimate, and we’ll let you know what you have and create a game plan for how to take care of it. We use industry-standard equipment and cleaners to take care of the issue for you. The next time you need your home inspected for mold, call PNW Restoration.

Table Of Content

1. It Could Combat Physical Illness

2. It Can Help You Decide Between Two Properties

3. It Gives You an Idea of Problem Areas Around the House

4. It Eases Your Mind

5. Reduces the Risk of Structural Damage

If You’re Looking to Have Your New Home Inspected for Mold, Call PNW Restoration for a Black Mold Inspection in PNW

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