When it comes to having your home inspected for water damage, not all professionals are created equal. In this informative episode, John Skelly explains how to find the best Indoor Environmental Professional (IEP) to identify mold and water damage lurking in our home. John highlights the differences between IEPs and home inspectors, shares how to spot red flags, and encourages you to become an empowered consumer. Discover the key differences between mold inspection and mold testing, learn how a skilled IEP can help you prioritize problem areas, and find out how the right IEP can save you thousands. Becoming informed today can make all the difference in the outcome of your next water damage event.
Episode Highlights:
- What is an Indoor Environmental Professional (IEP)? (2:32)
- What questions should you ask to help you select a knowledgeable IEP? (5:49)
- Where does a good IEP start with an inspection? (8:01)
- What is the difference between an IEP and a home inspector, and when should you hire both? (10:15)
- How can an IEP help you prioritize which problem areas of your home to investigate first? (13:44)
- John discusses a failed remediation job that he conducted post-remediation verification testing for. (20:09)
- What is one of the biggest problems that occurs when the restoration industry is involved after a water event? (25:21)
- What are some of the biggest mistakes people make when they first suspect mold or water damage? (29:00)
- What are some aspects of remediation that differ between each water damage scenario? (35:11)
Read the transcript of this interview, here.
Links mentioned in interview:
Start Here tab: https://changetheairfoundation.org/mold-water-damage/
Maximize Your Home Insurance Payout With a Public Adjuster With Gwynne Beatty: https://changetheairfoundation.org/maximize-your-home-insurance-payout-with-a-public-adjuster/
Mold Remediation Part 9: The HVAC and Other Heating and Cooling Systems With AJ Callegan: https://changetheairfoundation.org/mold-remediation-part-9/
Get in touch with our guest:
John Skelly’s Business Website: https://hnstmoldinspections.com
HNST Mold Inspections on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/hnstmoldinspections
HNST Mold Inspections Phone Numbers: New York: (845) 215-9258; New Jersey: (201) 733-0091
Learn more about Change the Air Foundation:
https://www.changetheairfoundation.org