How to Protect Your Homes from Water Damage

Water is an essential part of life. We need water to keep our bodies running. We also use water to clean our stuff like our clothes, cars and things inside our homes. But left unchecked, water can cause a lot of damage to our homes. Water leaks can cause things made out of iron to rust, wood to rot and cause damage to our electrical wiring and electrical appliances.

A building or a house with water damage would drive its value down. Keeping up with the repairs would also need a lot of money. A damp home can also cause a lot of health issues. Molds like to live in wet and damp places, and their spores can bring about a lot of airborne diseases such as allergies, asthma and pneumonia.

And the best way to protect your house from water damage is by proper maintenance of your water and drainage systems as well as repairing damages brought about by old age, earthquakes and others.

Checking out places prone to water damage

Windows and Doors- check out if there are cracks in your doors and windows. Replace any broken glass panels.

Roof- Make sure that your roof is in good condition. Having them painted regularly can make them last long. Have the holes patched up immediately or have the panels replaced. Also check out the drainage system of your roof. Gutters should be free from debris such as leaves and twigs.

Foundation- Check your house foundation for any cracks. Also check the ground around your house’s foundation.

Plumbing - Check both your interior as well as your exterior plumbing system. Make sure that all the water pipes are well maintained and all faucets, showers and sprinklers are not dripping when closed. Also check out your drainage system regularly for any clogs.

Ventilation- Always check if your ventilation has the right humidity. A very humid atmosphere is very likely to be prone from mold infestation. It is also best to let your clothes dry outside to prevent additional moisture inside your house. Also check your air-conditioning units for any leaks.

Effects of Water Damage

·       Water damage can cause a lot of bad things if left unchecked.

·       Wet slippery floors can cause accidents, while a damaged foundation can literally bring the house down.

·       Water dripping from the roof can cause a lot of your things to get wet including your bed, appliance and furniture.

·       Water can also reach your electrical circuits, causing your appliances to short circuit and may cause fires or lead to electrocution.

·       Water damaged floors, carpets, and walls are also suitable environments for black molds and other house hold molds. Their spores can be very dangerous especially to those with allergies and respiratory problems.

·       Water damaged if left uncheck can lead to even larger problems, thus needing a lot more money for repairs and replacements.

How to Prevent Water Damage

One of the best ways to prevent water damage is to hire a certified home inspector to check out your homes. The professional home inspector can check out different parts of the building and give information on what keep your house in shape or what the things that needs repairs or replacements.

For certified home inspections accredited by ASHI in the city of Los Angeles and the nearby South Bay Area, please contact South Beach Home Inspections at (424) 210-7244.

South Bay Home inspections specializes in general home inspections as well as Pool and Spa inspections, and Air Sampling and Mold Inspections.

Tips for Buying 2nd Hand Houses and Pre-owned Properties

There can be a lot of reasons why a person sells his own house. Some common reasons why people sell their houses are: relocation, inability to continue payment on the mortgage, house not suited for their needs, house become too small for their family and others.

For some, buying a second hand house is one opportunity to buy a home at a lesser price as compared to buying a new one or building from scratch. Buying one also saves a lot of time, for you could move in as soon as all the paper works are done.

But there are a lot of things a buyer should consider first before buying a second hand property like a house since without proper planning and evaluation, instead of landing a great deal, you might purchase a nightmare of a house, for you may need to shell out more money for repairs and improvements.

Here are some tips on what to do before buying a 2^nd hand house

See the house for yourself

Don’t just trust your broker, agent or pictures of the house being sold. It is best to see the house for yourself. You should get to see and feel the whole house in order to determine if the house is really what you need. A closer look into the house could also lead for you to discover if ever there are changes to be done or repairs needed before pursuing the deal.

It is also best to talk with the current or last owners for they are the ones who really know the real condition of the house being sold. Ask them if they have any recommendations about home improvements or problems in the past.

Don’t go for price alone

Many people buy houses based on their prices. Houses that come with a very low price tag might hide troubles that can cost you a lot in the future. Better look around the area and research on the average price of houses and lots in the vicinity and compare it to your house of choice.

Look around the neighborhood

Location is also a key point in buying a house. Look for a house that is near public establishments such as schools, church, markets and bus and train stations. It is also nice to ask around the neighborhood about the peace and order situation of their locality. It is also recommended to research if the place is flood prone or has been visited by natural disasters such as tornados, storms and hurricanes in the past few years.

Check the landscaping

If the current or last owners of the house kept the lawn well maintained, chances are, the whole house is well taken cared of also. A neglected lawn and landscape however can cause some damage to the house.  Vines can destroy walls and ceilings while roots from trees can affect the house’s foundation.

Hire a Certified Home Inspection

This is the golden rule before buying either a brand new house or a pre-owned property. Calling the services of certified home inspectors is a must before you consider buying a house.

Certified home inspectors can detect problems you or the previous owners didn’t notice when you’ve conducted your own investigation. They can also give you expert advice on how to make the house safer before you move in.

 

Certified and professional inspectors such as the experts from South Bay Home Inspections can also offer you specialized inspection packages on top of the ordinary generalist home inspection package.

South Bay Home Inspections also provides special packages for:

·       Air and Mold Sampling

·       Pool and Spa Inspections

To learn more kindly visit us at www.SouthBayHomeInspections.com

or call us at (424) 210-7244.

Carpet Molds and the Danger They Posses

Carpet molds are not just eye sores inside your house. Like most household molds like the common Black Molds carpet molds can pose as a serious risk for everyone inside your house. Carpet molds belongs to the category of molds that produces allergens that, when inhaled can cause serious heath problems such as asthma attacks and other respiratory ailments, skin rashes, soreness of the nose, mouth and eyes and others.

One of the most common places in where you can find molds inside your houses is the ones with carpets on it. Carpets are one of the best places for molds to grow because they can hold moisture for long period of times and the carpet provides the molds protection from direct sunlight and fresh air. Carpets can get infested by molds from spores coming from the air or from shoes of the inhabitants or from their pets.

Looking out for Carpet Molds

Your carpet might look fresh and dry on the surface but it can have mold colonies already in the bottom portion. It is best to be always on the look out for mold growths in your carpet especially in the underneath portions of your carpet. Here are some signs that you have carpet molds:

Visible Mold Growths

You can actually see some patches of growth in the surface of the carpet. These patches can be of any color from black, green to brown. Carpets in these conditions are very hard to save or salvage for there is a possibility that there are already a lot of mold colonies that took hold of the bottom of the carpet. It is best to dispose of these carpets less they cause serious health illness to you and your family.

Carpet Mildew

If you see patches of mildew in your carpets, chances are, you also have a mold problem in your carpets.

Musky Odors

Some molds produce musky odors. If you smell something out of the ordinary better check out your carpets and rugs for molds.

Carpet Mold Prevention

Wet Carpets

If you noticed that your carpets are wet, it is best to remove them and let them dry outside or have the carpets cleaned. It is also best to determine the source of moisture for it may come from water leaks. Wet carpets are ideal environments for many household molds. It is also best to keep a regular cleaning schedule of your carpets and rugs.

Reduce Indoor Humidity

Carpets can get additional moisture from a humid indoor atmosphere. It is best to use the help of indoor air humidifiers to control your indoor’s humidity. It is best to keep your humidifier’s controls at 30-60 percent humidity.

Install Carefully

Do not install carpets to moisture prone areas in the house such as kitchens and basements.

Use carpets with high quality padding

Modern carpets now a day have rubber padding that helps them free from moisture. Some more extensive carpets have micro bacterial properties that prevent molds from growing on them.

To know more about carpet molds and other types of molds that can infect your homes, please contact South Bay Home Inspections.

South Bay Home Inspections can also help in your mold problems you by offering you special packages such as:

• Mold and Air Sampling Package and
• Pool and Spa Inspection Package

Contact South Bay Home Inspections at (424) 210-7244 or check our website at www.SouthBayhomeInspections.com

Energy Saving Tips from South Bay Home Inspections

Our last newsletter covered taking care of your pool and spa, this time we are giving out energy saving tips especially that the Christmas holidays are fast approaching and with it comes the usual spike in the usage of energy and electricity during this season.

You can cut your electricity bills just by replacing some of your electric equipments and lighting fixtures. You can also save a lot of money by improving your cooling, heating and ventilation systems. Upgrading your home’ systems and devices will not only let you save on your electricity bills; you also contribute in keeping our environment safe.

Here are the other best tips to save on electricity:

Use CFL Light bulbs
Replace your old incandescent light bulbs with modern and more efficient light bulbs such as Compact Fluorescent Lamps or CFL. CFLs are 50% more efficient than your traditional light bulbs. They also last longer, and they do not contain mercury.

Seal and Insulate your Homes 

Sealing your homes can save you a lot from your air-conditioning expenses. Plug in holes and crevices that allow air to escape. For those who are using heaters, it is best to do some repairs and maintenance work in your attic. Hot air rises, making your attic the most logical part of the house where hot air may leak. It is also best to insulate your windows and doors. Insulating them with rope caulk is a cheap way to do the job.

Use Natural Light during Daytime

Maximize natural daylight. Install sky lights in some portions of your house. It is also best to keep your windows open to let sunlight and fresh air in.

Energy Savers in the Kitchen 

Using the microwave or convection ovens are more energy efficient than your conventional ovens. If you need to use your conventional oven, use the top rack, for this portion is hotter, making food cook faster. Pressure cookers are also very handy for they can reduce cooking time dramatically.

Tank-less Water Heaters translate to better savings 

Demand type water heaters only provide water when it is needed. They don’t consume electricity when they are on stand by. They will only be activated when a hot water tap is turned on.

To learn more on how to save on your electric bills, please contact South Bay Homes Inspections. We also conduct certified home inspections to let you know if your water, heating and electrical systems are still safe to use or needs improvements or replacements.

Stay safe and be safe!

Certified Home Inspectors in California

Owning and maintaining ahome in the South Bay and Los Angeles area can be a bit expensive. Real estate properties in this area a priced at a premium, thus looking for the services of certified home inspectors to look into the house you are eyeing to buy or currently living in is a must. Paying for the services of a certified home inspector in California is just a minimal amount compared to the many advantages you’ll get from the expert findings and recommendations of a professional home inspector.

A generalist home inspection can provide you with details, based on the certified home inspector’s visual inspection, if the house is structurally sound or needs repairs. He could also recommend some changes in order to make things inside your house work more efficiently and safely. 

It is advisable to ask certain things to your home inspectors before hiring them. It is best to hire only certified home inspectors because they are duly trained and has valuable experience in terms of dealing with different home inspection scenarios.

Things to look out before hiring a home inspector:

License

Some States require home inspectors to pass certain exams in order to be granted a home inspector’s license and open up a home inspections company. The State will easily know if a certain candidate has enough knowledge or experience of home inspections based on his test results. The State of California however, does not require State licensing or any exams for potential home inspectors. The State however regulates home inspectors via the Business and Professions Code sections 7196.2- 7197 and 7197.5.

Home Inspections Training

It is best to ask your home inspectors where he learned his trade. Most certified home inspectors spent long hours of study and training from reputable Home Inspections training schools. A background on the construction industry is also a strong point for any home inspector but is not that important.

Continuous education is also a must for certified home inspectors. In some States, continuous education is required in order to apply for license renewal. 

Errors and Omissions Insurance and General Liability 

Most certified home inspectors carry the Errors and Omissions (E&O) and General Liability insurance. Insurance protects the home inspectors and provides peace of mind to the home owners, so you should not worry about paying for it.

Membership

Most reputable home inspectors are certified members of top home inspections associations such as American Society of Home Inspectors or ASHI, the American Council for Accredited Certification or ACAC and the International Code Council or ICC. Membership from these organizations eliminates amateurs and pretenders from the real professionals. 

Price

Certified home inspection rates can differ from case to case basis. Some factors that can affect the price of home inspection service are: age of the house, size of the property, location, insurance and others.

To get the best home inspection service in the Los Angeles area, you can contact South Bay Home Inspections.

South Bay Home Inspections are certified by the American Society of Home Inspectors or ASHI. It also holds memberships from the American Council for Accredited Certification or ACAC and the International Code Council or ICC

Our certified home inspectors also trained and receive continuous education from the ITA or Inspectors Training Associates, the largest training organization of its kind in North America. 

We offer General Home Inspections as well as Mold and Air Sampling, and Pool and Spa Mold Inspections.

General Home Inspections: Defined

A generalist home inspection is a visual inspection for defects, system failure, construction malpractice and other safety issues in and around your property. Usually the terms “Home Inspections” and General Home Inspections” are one and the same.

Certified home inspectors do their rounds differently based on different standards set by certain Home Inspector Associations and Authorities such as those set by the American Society of Home Inspectors or ASHI.

By the word visual, the home inspection and results are based more on the conditions of the portion of the house that are accessible to the home inspector. Some portion of the house such as those covered by walls, floors and ceilings may not be covered by some home inspectors. Other reasons why a part of your house can’t be inspected are: lack of access point, locked or barred doors, and unsanitary and dangerous conditions. In most instances, the home inspector will not take any responsibility from those areas he has no access from. 

Thought generalist home inspections are called visual inspections, many certified home inspections also do some physical checks on most of the house’s systems. He can run some of your house’s equipments such as the air-conditioning andheating units, water pumps, exhaust fans or check you electrical outlets. Generalist home inspectors are not required to disassemble parts of a system in order to determine the real problem of equipment or system. 

Generalist home inspectors can use some hi tech devices to help them produce accurate results. They however may not have the right equipments to test for air samples, mold spores, radon traces and others. These jobs are best left for specialized home inspector jobs. 

All certified home inspectors are trained generalists. They are trained to identify signs of any potential problems and hazards that may come out from the different systems of the house. Professional home inspectors are also trained to look for evidences of mold infestations, signs of asbestos, water impurities, toxic materials and other harmful substances. 

It is not the job of the certified home inspector to clean or fix the problem. He can make recommendation whether to call some specialist home inspector to further inspect the problem such as in the case of mold infestation or asbestos residues, pest control for termites and rat colonies, or look for contractors to fix your water, electric and heater systems. He could also notify you if you need structural engineers to look at your house’s structural integrity.

Generalist home inspection reports are comprehensive. They cover all the things that the certified home inspector has seen or experienced during his rounds. His reports are made to the best of his knowledge and findings, but again reports made by specialists are more in-depth. If a general home inspector finds fault on your house’s integrity or system, or finds some harmful substances such as asbestos or mold patches inside your home, it is best to consider his recommendation of looking for specialist inspectors or contractors. 

For the trusted and most comprehensive Certified General Home Inspections in the South Bay and Los Angeles area, you can contact South Bay Home Inspectors.

South Bay Home Inspectors conduct Generalist Home Inspections based on the standards set by the American Society of Home Inspectors or ASHI. Our certified home inspectors are also equipped with the latest technology to give you the most accurate findings. 

South Bay Home Inspections also conduct specialized home inspections such as Air Sampling and Mold Inspections, as well as Pool and Spa Inspections.

Fire Safety Tips for Home Owners

No investment is greater than your home, that why it is necessary to protect it from any possible hazards in order to prolong its life and provide you and your family a shelter for a very long time. And one such hazard that you should look out or prevent is house fires.

House fires can start almost anywhere from your house, from your kitchen, bedroom or even your garage. Fires can be very destructive. It can destroy your home in just minute. It can even claim lives.

The best way to prevent house fires from happening is by being vigilant. You should always be on the look out whether all your gadgets, equipments are working properly especially those which runs on fire, electricity and natural gas. You can also prevent fires by properly storing flammable chemicals away from children. Here are some tips to further help you out in order to prevent and protect your homes from fires.

Install Smoke and Thermal Detectors

There are different types of smoke detectors that you can buy for your house. The most common type of smoke detector is called Ionization Smoke Detectors. This type of smoke detectors runs on batteries and is one of the most economical types. Ionization Smoke detectors are very effective in warning you of smoke coming from wood and paper fires. It is best to put fresh batteries every 6 months to keep them working in top performance.

Another common type of smoke detectors is the photoelectric smoke detectors. They mainly run on electricity but can run on batteries in case of power interruptions. Thermal detectors on the other hand detect heat levels instead of smoke build up. For homes using fossil fuels, it is also best to install Carbon Monoxide detectors.

The National Fire Prevention Association suggests testing your smoke detectors every month and replacing them every 10 years.

Fire Extinguishers

You should place fire extinguishers at strategic locations inside your house. You should have at least one unit inside your kitchen, bedroom, garage and basement. You should also read the instructions on how to use the fire extinguisher unit. Knowing the expiry date is also a must for fire extinguisher owners.

Storing Flammable Materials Properly

It is best to store flammable materials such as paints, gasoline, firewood, charcoal and others in a shed at least 30 feet away from your house. Keep them above ground or keep inside a shelf to keep them away from children. It is also best to keep a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector stored together with these flammable materials.

Check your electrical wirings and devices

Faulty electrical wirings and misuse of electrical circuits are one of the most common causes of house fires. It is best to replace worn or exposed wires, as well as checking out your circuit breakers. It is also advisable to plug your appliances in different outlets to prevent overloading your circuits.


Hire Certified Home Inspectors

The best way to let you know that your house is safe from any fire hazards is by calling the services of certified home inspectors. Certified home inspectors can inspect different areas such as electrical wiring, heating and air-conditioning systems and others, making them good persons to call every time you want to know if your house is safe or not as they can make initial assessments and recommendations.

Your certified home inspectors can give you recommendations and advance tips on how you can make your house safer to live in. He can also advise you on where to properly place fire extinguishers and smoke detectors. Your certified home inspectors can also inform you of the changes that you must do in order to prevent house fires such as changing of your electrical system or improving your heaters and furnace.

It is best to call your certified home inspectors every couple of years to check out the how your house is holding up with the times.

For the best home inspections in the Los Angeles and South Bay Area, you can call South Bay Home Inspections.

South Bay Home Inspections specializes in Generalist Home Inspections as well as Air Sampling and Mold Inspections. We also conduct Pool and Spa Inspections.

Keep Your Pool and Spa in Excellent Condition

Molds and bacteria love to live in dark, moist places. They can usually be found in basements or attics, where there are little to no sunlight and poor ventilation. Not only does mold infestation look unsightly, they can posses a great health hazard for the whole family.

Black molds are the most common indoor mold. Having contact with black molds by inhaling their spores can pose a great treat to you and your love ones. Molds can cause skin allergies and pulmonary ailments such as asthma attacks and pneumonia.

But not all molds can be found indoors. Many type of molds and other microorganisms are found outdoors such as your porch, backyard, and even in your pool and spa.

The most common form of mold in the swimming pool area is called White Water Mold. And just like its cousin, the Black mold, White Water Molds can cause serious health hazards for your family.

White water mold usually build their colonies in plastic materials and your swimming pool tiles. They can manifest in your pool cleaning tools, swimming pool toys, water hoses, and swimming pool equipments. They are resilient and can re-contaminate the things that you’ve previously treated.

White water mold can be found in your pool or spa area where there is poor sunlight. This kind of mold usually shows up when the pool and spa in not properly maintained. Poor circulation and filtration of water also a cause for white water mold infestation.

If there are white water molds in your pool area, chances are, you also have pink slime colonies as well. Just like the white water mold, pink slime loves to build colonies in plastic surfaces. Pink slime is not a form of algae, rather it is a colony made up of bacteria called Methylobacterium. If left untreated, pink slime can cause lots of serious health problems to people who have contact with it.

One of the best solutions in order to get rid of White Water Molds and Pink Slime is by thorough cleaning your pool and spa. Dry out all the water in your tub or pool and clean it with special cleaning solutions.

Proper pool and spa maintenance should also be observed. Pools should have a filter system to clean the water of dirt and microorganisms. The water in the pool should also circulate well to prevent molds and bacteria to stick to its walls and flooring. Pool and Spa equipments should also run in good condition.

Having a regular Pool and Spa Inspection is also a must especially in the area of Los Angeles and in the South Bay, where pools are used the whole year round.

Having your pools and spa inspected by certified home inspectors can alert you of any dangers or accidents that can happen to the pool area brought about by poor maintenance, mold infestations and equipment failure.

Regular pool and spa inspections conducted by professionals can also prolong the life of your swimming pools and spa; consult your trusted certified home inspectors for maintenance tips to keep your pool and spa clean, and well maintained.

For the best Pool and Spa Inspection in South Bay and in Los Angeles City, there is a Home Inspections company certified by the American Society of Home Inspectors or ASHI that you could always call and that is South Bay Home Inspections.

South Bay Home Inspections provides different Home Inspection packages as well as Pool and Spa Inspection Package.

Give as a call at (424) 210-7244 or visit our website at http://www.southbayhomeinspections.com  to know more about our certified home inspection packages and to talk to our certified home inspectors and certified mold inspectors.

Know More about Types of Home Inspections

Home inspections are an integral part of being a home owner. Certified home inspections can determine if your new house is safe to live in or whether your current house is still in good condition. There are a lot of home inspections services around that are being offered by different home inspection companies. Some are more specialized, while some covers most of the areas of the house. Here are some of the most common home inspection types available today.

General or Standard Home Inspections

General home inspection is a comprehensive inspection that covers all the parts of the house. A certified home inspector will check everything from roof to floor to determine if there are defects in your systems, structures and components. They can also give maintenance tips or provide information whether to buy or replace any defective parts. When hiring a home inspector to do general home inspections, it is best to look for those who are certified ASHI or The American Society of Home Inspectors member.

Air Sampling and Mold Inspection

Molds are one of the most dangerous things inside the house. Their spores, like that of the Black Mold variety, can cause allergies and respiratory problems. They live in hard to reach places such as those in attics, garage and basements. They proliferate in areas that are wet and with minimal ventilation. It is best to hire certified home inspectors to look out for this household menace and to also check your plumbing systems if there are leaks that can provide moisture for the molds to grow. Air sampling is another method of testing for molds inside the house. It does not mean that you’re house is mold free if you don’t see any patches of mold around. Air sampling is the most accurate way of determining if there are really molds and spores inside our house.

Pool and Spa Mold Inspections

Even outdoor facilities such as your pool and spa are not safe from molds and other microbes. For those in the Los Angeles area where pools and spa are open the whole year round, it is best to ask your certified home inspectors and pool and spa inspectors to regularly check your swimming pools and Jacuzzis from molds and slime. White water molds can be as nasty as their indoor cousin, the Black Mold. Pink slime on the other hand is cause by bacteria that can lead to skin irritation. Hiring special Certified Pool and Spa Inspectors can help you look out and prevent these microorganisms from colonizing parts of your pool and spa.

Maintenance and Pre- Sale home inspections

It is best to look for the services of a certified home inspection company before buying a new house. They can check out all the good structures as well as the flaws that are present inside the house that you want to buy. Their findings can help you out in your final decision whether to buy the house or not.

It is also very important to hire a certified home inspector to conduct a maintenance check every couple of years for your current house. He can look out for worn out parts and suggest things that need replacements or improvements to make your house safer and last longer.

For the best home inspections in South Bay area and Los Angeles City, you can call South Bay Home Inspections. South Bay Home Inspections has certified home inspectors that can give you the most accurate results based on ASHI standards.

Our certified home inspectors are also well trained in Air Sampling, Mold Inspections and Pool and Spa inspections.

Give us a call for more information or to request for a sample home inspection report. We will be glad to be of service to you.

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Mold Prevention Tips from a Certified Home Inspector

Molds inside your house can be really harmful. They can cause skin allergies and pulmonary ailments.

Most of the molds found in the household are classified as toxic molds. These molds, such as the common Black Molds (Stachybotrys), Aspergillus and Penicillum, can cause serious health hazards to the people living inside an infected building. These molds can produce spores laced with mycotoxins that can lead to asthma attacks, skin and eye irritation and other serious health issues.

The best way to avoid these health problems is prevention. Mold prevention can be anything from keeping the surroundings clean to cleaning up and getting rid of actual mold colonies.

Here are some basic Mold Prevention Tips from your certified home inspectors.

• Keep your homes well ventilated. Molds want to multiply in dark, damp places. They also want to colonize in places where the air is stagnant. One of the best ways to prevent molds from multiplying inside your house is by getting lots of fresh air and sunlight inside your house. Try opening windows during the day to let the sunlight in. Regularly open the garage doors or attic windows to let air circulate.

• Keep indoor humidity at 60 percent or lower. Molds love to grow in houses that have a humidity level of 70 percent and above. You can control indoor humidity by setting up an air-conditioning unit or a dehumidifier. Proper air ventilation can also help lower down the humidity level. It is also best to limit indoor plants, for constant watering they can increase the humidity level. Hanging clothes to dry inside the house can also increase humidity levels.

• Clean and maintain air conditioning units. Have your units checked and cleaned every 3 months. Molds can grow inside these units particularly in their condenser, and in turn spew deadly spores inside your house.

• Clean your house regularly. Use the vacuum cleaner to clean the carpets and rugs. Scrubbing the walls and floors with borax laundry detergent once amonth can also help prevent mold infestations.

• Be always on the look out. Molds can be of any color. Black molds are the most common of them all but there are some molds that of a different color such as white, yellow or green that can be as harmful. Always inspect every part of your house for small color patches, for they can be mold as far as you know. If your wood panels or furniture suddenly becomes discolored, chances are, you have a mold problem.

• Always be on alert. Visual checks can help you determine if your house is free from molds and other harmful elements. But some of your senses can also alert you of certain dangers as well such as your sense of smell. Molds produce a certain musty odor. Be on alert when you got his particular odor and look for the source immediately.

• Have a regular home inspection. Certified home inspections conducted by expert and accredited home inspectors can help you out in preventing mold infestations. They can also find mold colonies that you’ve missed or point out potential places where they might proliferate.

In the city of Los Angeles and nearby South Bay area, the best home inspections company to trust all your mold inspections is South Bay Home Inspections. We are a certified home inspections company duly accredited by ASHI or The American Society of Home Inspectors.

South Bay Home Inspections is also a member of The American Council for Accredited Certification or ACAC and The International Code Council or ICC.

We also do certified Generalist Home Inspections as well as mold inspections for your Pools and Spa. 

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