Mold Inspection Rogers, AR
Whole Home Mold & Moisture Investigation
We provide deep investigative inspections looking at every safe accessible area including exterior, interior, attic, and crawlspace. Our inspections range from 4 to 8 hours and include a highly detailed report, remediation plan, and action plan.
Co-Inspections with Hope the Mold Dog
We regularly partner with Hope the Mold Dog to bring our expertise of mold inspection and building science to accompany Hope's findings with validation in order to provide our clients with a clear path forward.
Purchase Inspections
Purchasing a new home can be stressful enough. We bring our thorough approach to inspections to help you make sure you bringing your family into a safe home.
Post Remediation Verification (PRV)
One of the most critical steps in the remediation process is confirming that the materials and environment were properly cleaned and cross contamination was avoided. We utilize a comprehensive PRV process to give you peace of mind.
New Construction Inspections
We provide multi-stage inspections during the construction process to help ensure materials are clean and dry through the process and to assess potential preventative measures that can be addressed early.
Mold Prevention Services
We can audit your home to provide a comprehensive strategy to help you stay ahead and mitigate potential water damage and microbial growth in your home.
Common Mold Related issues in Rogers, Arkansas
Below are common causes of mold related issues in homes in the Rogers and Northwest Arkansas areas.
Crawlpsace
Improperly setup crawlspace that drives humidity and mold contamination in the living space.
Water Intrusion
Water intrusion due to exterior or interior deficiencies.
HVAC
High humidity, condensation, or contamination issues due to deficient operation of HVAC system.
Ventilation
Insufficient ventilation driven by home envelope or mechanical system issues.
Improper Repair
Previous water damage goes un-repaired, painted over, bleached, or improperly remediated.
Slow Leaks
Slow water leaks that don't cause instant signs and allow hidden and substantial mold growth over time.
My house smells musty but I can't see any mold. Do I have mold?
90% of the time the mold in a home is not visible. Many molds like to grow in dark damp areas and hide behind walls, cabinets, crawlspaces, etc. The toxins from these molds intrude the living space through gaps and cracks as air pressures change.
What is this? It isn't black so is it just mildew?
What many people call mildew is actually a fungus that is telling you there is excess moisture or humidity. Also, mold can be many colors including black, white, purple, orange, pink, etc. If you see abnormal growth it is best to engage a certified professional mold inspector.
Can mold make you sick? Is mold making my family sick?
Yes, mold can make you sick. It can affect everyone differently but common types of health issues range from allergenic, neurological, hormonal, to infectious disease. Home Safe Mold Inspectors works closely with numerous functional medicine clinics and practitioners and has a network to help assist our client's families through the entire mold journey.
Are there free mold inspections in Rogers, AR?
If a company is offering a free mold inspection or testing then there is possibly a conflict of interest. For example they could be a remediation company looking to make money on remediation or sell product to "clean" up the issue. This usually results in lack of a thorough assessment and often missed contamination. Unfortunately, we usually get what we pay for.
What kind of mold testing do you do?
A recent study has shown that traditional open air samples in the middle of a room were inaccurate 78% of the time in detecting mold in a contaminated area homes. This is why we focus on deep investigations to identify concern areas than we strategically sampling methods including the following:
· Surface Sampling:
- Tape lifts
- Swabs
- Dust
- Bulk
- Vacuum samples of carpet/porous items
· Air Testing:
- Ambient
- Targeted
- Agitated
- Wall/Ceiling/Cabinet cavity
· ERMI+ (Identifies 36 molds and includes HERTSMI-2)
· EPA36 (Identifies 36 molds for targeted areas)
· EMMA (Identifies toxic molds and mycotoxins)
Can you help with mold removal or remediation?
We are intentionally independent from remediation as we believe it is a conflict of interest. We make our recommendations strictly based on our findings and not based on potential income opportunities. We do work with a great network of certified remediation companies, cleaning companies, HVAC companies, and medical practitioners to help our clients navigate the process.
Common FAQ's in Rogers, Arkansas
Are you looking for a mold inspector near me or mold testing near me in Rogers, AR?
If you're searching for a mold inspector near me, Home Safe Mold Inspectors provides independent mold inspections throughout Rogers, Bentonville, Springdale, Fayetteville, and surrounding Northwest Arkansas communities. We also travel throughout Arkansas, Southwest Missouri, and select areas of eastern Oklahoma. Below are our service options.
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