After the drying
Mold Inspection & Testing in Marietta, GA
An independent assessor confirms whether the assembly that got wet is actually dry, whether growth started while it was not, and how far it reaches. An inspection after a water loss confirms whether the assembly that got wet is dry now and whether growth started while it was not. Readings are taken in the material, cavities are opened where the readings point, and the result is a written scope of what is dry, what is not, and what has to be corrected for the repair to hold.
The pro who inspects is the pro who quotes
On this site, inspection is the last check of a water job rather than the start of a separate one. Most people reach this page because something was wet, was dried, and a smell or a stain came back. The inspection answers whether the material is dry now and whether anything grew while it was not. Nothing here is medical advice; questions about health are for a clinician.
Often needed alongside
- Mold Remediation
Growth and the material it grew into come out under containment, what remains is cleaned, and the assembly is dried and read before anything closes it in.
- Structural Drying & Dehumidification
Sealed air movers and dehumidifiers bring framing, subfloor and drywall back to a measured dry standard, with daily readings logged from inside the material.
Frequently asked questions
Does ivy actually damage a wall?
It does two things. The rootlets work into any joint or crack and widen it, and the leaf cover keeps the wall shaded and damp so it never dries between rains. On sound modern brickwork it is slow; on older mortar it is not.
What is found when the ivy comes off?
Usually more than expected, and it is worth being prepared for that. The rootlets stay attached to the surface when the plant is pulled, the mortar behind is often soft, and the wall has been wet continuously for however long the ivy has been there.
Is taking it off always the right move?
Taking it off and then repairing is, but taking it off and stopping is not. An ivy-covered wall has been protected from direct rain as well as kept damp, so stripping it and leaving open joints exposed can make the first winter afterward worse.
These questions come from the Marietta page.