You May Want to Consider Mold Testing If. . .

You’re in the process of purchasing a new home in the great North Carolina areas of Chesterfield or Henrico County. You’re excited about finding a beautiful home you love, and you’re ready to keep the process moving. Now that you have an accepted purchase agreement, you know it’s time to schedule the home inspection. But have you considered mold testing? At Burgess Inspections, Inc., our team of experienced inspectors recommends that you opt to add on a mold inspection if the following is true for you.

You Have Allergies.

Anyone with mold allergies knows just how miserable it can be to be around various molds. The last thing you want to do to you or your health is to take the risk of buying a home that has mold. Mold testing can help you know whether mold exists and to what extent.

Your House Is in a Flood Zone.

If the residential property is in an area prone to flooding, you may want to get mold testing. Even if the previous owner didn’t experience any flooding, problems could exist from years prior. Your best bet is to pay for the test and be on the safe side.

You See Signs of Water Damage.

During a walk-through, did you notice signs of past water damage? Maybe you observed a slight mustiness in the air? The house could have had a one-time leak that was properly cleaned up, but it could also have sustained ongoing exposure to moisture. If that’s the case, the property could have a mold problem, and you may not even know it.

You Like to Cover Your Bases.

You’re the type of person who likes to make an informed decision. The more information you can gather about the property, the better you can proceed in purchasing your new home. if that’s the case, go ahead and get a mold inspection so you don’t have to wonder whether mold is lurking unseen.

Are you ready to schedule a mold inspection in addition to your home inspection? Contact Burgess Inspections today at (844) 804-9219 to find out more about our mold-testing procedures and to get your inspection on the calendar. Burgess Inspections is a local home-inspection company with over 80 years of inspection experience. We serve the homeowners and home buyers in the greater Richmond, VA, region.