Should You Get Your Building Tested for Mold?

When to Test Your Commercial Building for Mold

Test Your Commercial Building for Mold if You Experience Any of These Signs

As a commercial building owner, mold is a major concern. Damage to your building and to your tenant’s health can leave you in a tight situation. Getting mold tests for no reason, however, is a strain on your wallet that would be best avoided if possible. So how do you know when you should have your commercial building tested for mold? Look out for the below signs and keep your commercial building mold-free.

test your commercial building for mold if your tenants are experiencing sickness like frequent headachesSick Tenants

One of the main warning signs that you should test your commercial building for mold is when your tenants are experiencing sickness symptoms on a regular basis. Mold sickness is defined as “an acute and chronic inflammatory response syndrome with genetic susceptibility,” by the CIRS. Illnesses caused by mold is a very real problem that can cause people to experience great discomfort. With prolonged exposure to mold, people can display symptoms such as fatigue, memory problems, disorientation, headaches, vertigo, and numbness as well as other problems.

If your tenants are showing signs of these symptoms on a regular basis, it is critical that you get your commercial building tested for mold. If mold is found in your commercial building, there are mold remediation services that will remove any mold and help your tenants feel better.

Moisture Problems            

Another reason to have your commercial building tested for mold is if the building itself has any type of water damage. From a leaking roof to a busted pipe, any complication that allows water to enter your commercial building can cause mold to grow in as little as 24 hours. Soaking up surface-level moisture and forgetting about the water-damaged area can cause mold to spread fast in your structure if you are not careful. Wet insulation, walls, carpet, and other materials can cause mold colonies to grow and become a health hazard quickly.

If your commercial building had water damage recently, getting the building tested for mold can help prevent further complications.

Mold on WallSelling or Buying

If you are selling or buying a commercial building, it is best to get it tested for mold before the purchase or sale. As mold remediation can be expensive, it’s a good idea to find out if mold is a problem before you buy a building. On the other side, if you are selling a commercial building, getting it certified as mold-free can help it sell more quickly as buyers will know they won’t have to pay for remediation or be putting their health at risk.

When it comes to testing your commercial building for mold, check with your tenants and keep a close eye on the building to know if it gets any water damage. If you suspect your commercial building does have mold growth, call CLEAR Restoration for a mold inspection or mold remediation if you already know you have mold growth. CLEAR Restoration will test your commercial for mold with accuracy.