ASSESSING PROPERTY DAMAGE FROM MOLD CONTAMINATION
By John M. Acaron, CMI, MRSA, Master Mold Inspector & Chief Mold Assessor
(INDOOR MICROBIAL SPECIALIST)
ASSESSING PROPERTY DAMAGE FROM MOLDAssessing property damage from mold is a critical part of identifying different types of mold in your home. The main priority when assessing damage from mold is to identify the source of moisture, whether from a leak or structural defect, and eliminate it. Once the source of the moisture has been identified, the next step is to clean up any existing contamination and determine if any structures have sustained damage. Property damage caused by mold can range from small spots on walls to full-scale structural damage, making it essential to accurately determine the extent of the damage and its impact on the building.When determining property damage due to mold, there are two camps of thought. On one side, some believe that any visible mold should be treat...
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