Why would you arrange a mould assessment?
A mould assessment helps you move from thinking there might be a problem, to either “nothing to worry” about or “we have a problem”, what you can fix yourself and what you need a professional for!
So, if you are seeing mould growth, can smell a musty odour or think your building is making you sick, click “Contact Us” above and see how we can help you find a solution.
We will provide a clear, easy to understand plan that identifies;
- Why, what’s driving mould growth
- Where in your building, how far it’s spread (including hidden areas, wall cavities & roof spaces)
- What actions will actually prevent it returning
“Condensation, Penetrating Water and Water leaks are the most common causes of mould growth”, we are experts in identifying the causes of condensation, water penetration and mould growth.
Reasons to “Contact Us” now;
- Protect your health and comfort, reduce exposure that may trigger asthma/allergies or longer term health issues
- Find the real cause, mould is a symptom, we need to determine the cause, is it a leak, condensation, poor ventilation, or past water damage
- Limit building damage, catch moisture issues early to avoid decaying building materials like structural timber & damaged plasterboard/insulation
- Make remediation cost-effective, scope works properly so you fix the right areas the first time
Are you about to carry out a renovation?, please consider;
- Before disturbing wall linings (plasterboard/gyprock) get it checked so you don’t spread mould spores throughout the rest of your home when you cut open a wall or pull down a ceiling
- If making your home more energy efficient (adding insulation and making more airtight) is one of the goals, please ensure materials and ventilation are part of the strategy, older homes leaked air which means less condensation/mould risk but higher heating & cooling costs, so if this is part of your plan, please “Contact Us” above to make sure your investment doesn’t turn into a mould fest
Please don’t let anyone convince you fogging for mould is a good idea, it is introducing more moisture inside your home – dumb stuff!
In your home, effective mould prevention includes:
- fixing leaks promptly (keep an eye on flexible hoses)
- using exhaust fans in bathrooms and kitchens (they are not as noisy as you think)
- opening windows when weather allows (wait, what, yes they do open)
- wiping condensation from windows and surfaces
- drying wet areas quickly after water damage
- clean surfaces, keeping dust levels down
Worried? reduce your exposure and replace guesswork with evidence, what is the risk, the cause, what is a priority and what to do next!
What to expect;
- Questions about your concerns, history of the building etc.
- Inspection of your building
- Testing for moisture, air sampling & surface sampling
- Results discussed and explained (is it a problem, what is a priority)
- Options on what to do next!