Summer Mold testing & Remediation

For many of our clients, they want fast mold remediation for health emergencies, and they want to get back in their homes as soon as possible. 

These homeowners want to restore their homes to before the mold, and have normal air, odor, and health. 

While some want to move quick, some know they have mold problems and have worked to keep it quiet. 

However, during summer, mold odor seems to step it up.

Who Would Try to Hide a Summer Mold Problem? 

According to the EPA, at least 50% of our buildings in the US are classified as water damaged. 

Which means, many must be negligent to the issues, but at least some others know and are not able to take action. 

This Summer mold should be addressed! Not hidden!  

Why are Mold Problems Hidden? 

Often, water damage occurs when maintenance is not being done, or the costs of the right materials or tools allow for poor quality workmanship. 

When routine maintenance is neglected, we often encounter mold issues in rental properties, commercial spaces, and public institutions like schools and libraries. 

Tips on how to prevent summer mold from occurring. -Summer Mold Inspecting & Testing

These rental environments can be especially challenging because the people occupying them, (tenants, business owners, and educators) often don’t have the authority to act directly.

• This puts renters in a difficult position, worried that reporting mold might be used as a reason to terminate their lease or raise rent. 
• Business owners may hesitate to inform their landlords about water damage or flooding, fearing it could jeopardize their tenancy. 
• And teachers, who may suspect mold in their classrooms, often feel helpless, especially when their school’s budget is already stretched thin and even basic supply requests have been denied. 

With Summer break in full swing, it can feel easier to ignore the problem than to push for action.

Instead of folding to the challenge and escaping responsibility, consider taking action! 

When is it a Good Time to Get a Mold Inspection?

June is a great time to schedule a Summer mold inspection. 

With school out, vacations underway, and sunny weather making it easier to spend time outside, many homeowners find this season convenient for addressing indoor issues like mold, especially if it means needing to be out of the home during inspection or remediation. 

A summer mold inspection is a smart move any time you suspect mold growth, notice water damage, or experience health symptoms that may be linked to indoor air quality. 

Reasons to Get Summer Mold Inspection:

• If you see visible signs of mold or smell a persistent musty odor especially in basements, attics, or around areas where moisture tends to build up, it’s time to take a closer look. 
• Health concerns like persistent allergies, headaches, or respiratory issues with no clear cause can also be warning signs. 
• After Water Damage: Mold inspections are especially important after water damage from flooding, leaks, or plumbing failures. 
• After Water Intrusion: Ideally, mold should be assessed within 72 hours after any water intrusion to catch growth early. 
• Stains, rot, or damp patches are all signs that mold might be growing behind the surface. 
• New home: If you’re buying a new home, a mold inspection offers peace of mind and can even become a negotiation tool. 
• Maintenance: Regular inspections are also wise for properties in humid climates, older buildings, or homes with a history of moisture problems. 
• After Remediation work is completed: If you’ve already had mold remediation, a follow-up inspection helps ensure the job was done right and that no lingering contamination remains.

Considering the high numbers of water damaged buildings, chances are, you have a building with some mold damage.

In some cases, schools or care facilities that have had concerns of air quality may want to consider hiring an Indoor Environmental Professional (IEP) to review the air quality concerns.

Maintaining and getting professionals involved is nothing to be ashamed of, be cautious and stay healthy!

Mold Remediation Services for Childcare Centers

While some might think getting mold remediation is a bad thing, maintaining a clean air environment requires a willingness to address problems directly. 

The summer might allow for time to address issues in childcare facilities because children are not in the classrooms. 

While the children are gone for an extended period, this is the perfect time to address issues that could not before.

Summer Mold Suspected at a Childcare Center

If you have suspected mold or know you have mold growth, the summer vacation might be the break you need to get the work done without attracting extra attention to the issue. 

Before jumping into cleanup or a DIY summer mold remediation project, it’s often wise to begin with professional mold testing. 

If you’re in a sensitive environment, such as a daycare, elder care facility, or a home with someone who is immunocompromised, it’s critical to use your time and resources wisely by identifying all sources of mold, not just the visible ones. 

A moldy smell alone often means mold has spread beyond what you can see, so relying only on surface-level inspections isn’t enough to ensure a safe environment.

“If you’re noticing a persistent mildew smell in your AC unit, it’s a smart move to call in a qualified HVAC professional for a thorough inspection. Odors like this usually mean there’s moisture or microbial growth inside your system and if left unchecked, it can spread quickly, worsen indoor air quality, and even impact your health.” –Smell of Mold in AC Unit?

Professional mold testing helps you understand the full scope of the issue before disturbing any potential growth, which could worsen contamination. 

Summer Mold Testing for Schools

By the time someone has called a professional or left it to grow during the Summer, it has spread, and the public health issues that arise from it degrade the public trust in the public school system. 

“The first hot week of the season hits San Diego County, and like clockwork, the air conditioners come on. But instead of a blast of cool, clean air, you’re hit with a musty, moldy smell.” –Mold in AC Unit

Testing the mold will give you answers.

Then, after fully understanding the mold problem, then you can properly address it with cleaning or address it with the essential professional level of cleaning needed for particular mold contamination.

Many schools were made with low quality materials, rapidly put together, and less likely maintained than other commercial properties. 

Mold might be only part of the problem.

Mold or VOCs in Air of Classroom at School

While mold is a major concern, it’s only part of the overall air quality issue in water-damaged buildings. 

Volatile Organic Compounds, or VOCs, are another significant factor. 

VOCs are harmful gases emitted by mold, building materials, and even cleaning products, many of which can linger long after visible mold is removed. 

Medically Certified Mold Remediation for Schools

Mold when found in schools can impact an entire community’s health. 

The mold found in these poorly constructed and under maintained school facilities is often considerable before it is discovered.

After considering the mold threats and the VOCs you then will want to consider if medically sound remediation is needed.

We strongly recommend Post Remediation Verification (PRV) testing because of VOCs but also the chance of secondary mold is reduced when we make sure the mold is properly removed.

Testing is the only reliable way to confirm that both mold and VOCs have been properly addressed and that your indoor environment is truly safe to reoccupy.