Calling a mold remediation service isn’t at the top of many home and business owner’s to-do lists, but it should be. Yes, mold isn’t aesthetically pleasing, but mold can have many other risks if left untreated.
Allowing a professional to remove mold from your home or business ensures the safety of everyone around it, while also ensuring you prevent future growth. Did you know that the longer you let the mold sit, the more damage it can do to both you and your property?
Let’s review the hidden costs of delaying mold removal so you understand why getting a mold inspection immediately is essential.
Structural Damage
Did you know that materials like drywall, wood, and insulation are like food for mold? If the right environment exists (dampness and humidity), mold can grow fast on your home or business’s most important structural pieces.
Mold can spread quickly, causing the breakdown of important structures like wooden beams, drywall, and subfloors. If you contact a mold remediation service as soon as you see signs of mold, you may be able to prevent structural damage and reduce the cost of restoration.
Depending on the level of moisture and mold growth, materials like drywall, wood, and insulation may be able to be saved, eliminating the need for restoration costs.
Health Issues
Many people react adversely to mold in their homes or businesses, especially those with chronic illness or autoimmune issues. Mold spores can cause allergic reactions, such as respiratory issues, in even the healthiest person.
Long-term mold exposure can make current medical conditions worse or cause residents to suffer unpleasant side effects, such as:
- Coughing or sneezing
- Headaches
- Difficulty breathing
- Itchy skin
Ignoring mold in a home or business can cause you to require more medical visits or even cause long-term health issues that require medication or hospital stays.
Broken Real Estate Deals
If you plan to sell your home and it has mold, it could be the deal-breaker for some buyers. Even if they agree to buy it if the inspector finds mold, the buyers may either require you to pay for the mold remediation or try to lower the price they pay for the home.
If the current buyers pass on the home, the fact that an inspector found mold can decrease its appraised value and hurt your chances of selling to another buyer. At the very least, it puts the negotiating power in the hands of the buyer, not the seller, unless you call a reputable mold removal service to restore the home to safe air quality levels.
Insurance Issues
While many homeowners insurance policies don’t cover mold, those that do only do so in a few circumstances. If the insurance company can determine that you put off mold removal or neglected to fix the issue that caused the mold growth, they have grounds to deny your insurance claim, leaving the cost of mold removal and restoration on your shoulders.
Depending on how out of hand the mold gets, you could be on the hook for mold removal, demolition of the affected areas, costs to live elsewhere temporarily, and restoration of the area to return it to normal.
Increased Energy Bills
The last thing you probably think about when you have mold is how it will affect your energy bills, but it’s a real problem. Mold often grows due to excessive moisture, making it hard for your HVAC system to keep up.
If your furnace or air conditioner must work harder, it means higher energy bills and more wear and tear on your HVAC system. This could lead to more frequent inspections and repairs or even premature HVAC system replacement.
Eliminating the mold as quickly as possible can reduce this risk and lower the cost of keeping your home comfortable and safe.
Don’t Delay Calling for Mold Removal Service
Delaying calling for professional mold remediation service may feel like the right thing to do to save money, but it could cost you more in the long run. The earlier you determine the cause of the mold and have it removed, the less it may cost you in structural repairs or healthcare costs.
If you suspect your home or business has mold, contact Pinnelli Mold Pros today for a free estimate to remediate the mold. We are honest, upfront, and caring about each situation, providing a customized solution based on your circumstances. Contact us today!