When it comes to a real estate transaction, a home inspection can help prospective buyers identify potential issues with a property and determine whether or not those issues are a deal breaker. What exactly is a home inspection? A ‘home
Mold Disclosure Guide for Property Managers and Landlords

If you’re a homeowner or property manager in San Diego, CA, you’re probably used to structural issues associated with our humid climate, specifically mold. Property manager and homeowner’s responsibilities for mold disclosure Since mold is such a prevalent issue in
Preventing mold growth this winter

During the holiday season, holiday cheer isn’t the only thing in the air. Unfortunately, colder temperatures can bring moisture and -you guessed it – mold growth. Although intuitively you would think mold growth decreases during wintertime, that is not the
Identifying Mold Problems – Does your home need a mold inspection?

If you’re experiencing a mold problem in your home or building, there are two important questions to ask yourself: Is mold testing truly necessary? Is mold testing a worthwhile investment? Why should I get a costly mold inspection? A mold
Top ten things to know about mold
For many San Diegans, household mold is a serious concern. Not only is mold unsightly, but it can reap harmful effects on your property and impact you and your family’s personal health. Below, we’ve detailed some of the ways mold
How rain and roof leaks lead to water damage and mold
Water damage and mold Mold only needs two things to survive: water and organic food. Chances are, if there are heavy rains and your home has undiscovered leaks, you’ll likely have a mold problem in the near future. To put
Do you need a home inspection for asbestos?
Do you need a home inspection for asbestos? Asbestos is a naturally occurring mineral made of thin fiber-like material. During and prior to the 1980s, many homes were built with materials containing asbestos. It is a heat-resistant mineral, found in
Real Estate Home Inspection for Mold
Real Estate Home Inspection for Mold Though mold may sound like an instant real estate deal breaker for many, it is actually relatively easy to find, treat and even use as a negotiation tactic for buyers. There are over 400,000
Can soot and smoke damage be removed from my home?

Can soot and smoke damage be removed from my home? Fires have always been a serious threat to homes and buildings in California. Although San Diego has remained relatively unaffected during the most recent wave of wildfires, it’s difficult to
12 tips to prevent summertime mold

12 tips to prevent summertime mold Mold growth can be more prevalent during periods of high temperature and humidity, like summer. So what are you and your family doing to combat unwanted mold during this time of year? Warmer temperatures