If you are unsure, you can always call us and schedule a free inspection. If you don’t want to wait, you’ll need to take a look in your crawl space and attic. These are the most common areas we find significant mold problems. These pressurized spaces force mold into your home through gaps and cracks. In the PNW, mold is extremely common. We tend to find it more frequently in homes built in the last 30 years, as the wood is less mold resistant.
The image above is what mold looks like in your attic. It is most commonly located on the north-facing side of your attic.
To find mold in your crawl space, you may need to push your floor insulation to the side, so you can look at the bottom of your floorboards. This is what mold will look like in your crawl space:
This is an example of mold growing on an interior wall:
You can also test the air in your home with a spore trap test, but we recommend starting with a free visual inspection. If we don’t see it during a visual inspection, an air test will likely be a waste of money. Some companies use air quality meters; however, they are inaccurate and misleading. Give us a call at 1-888-ONE-SPEED or complete our contact form. You can also visit our mold page, to learn more.
