For property managers, landlords, and HOA boards, few maintenance complaints generate as much concern as mold. What begins as a routine tenant report can quickly evolve into a costly dispute involving inspectors, attorneys, insurance carriers, contractors, and claims specialists. In many cases, legitimate moisture problems require prompt attention and professional remediation. However, experienced property owners…
Mold is one of the most common and frustrating problems California landlords face. Between the state’s coastal humidity, seasonal rains, and older housing stock, mold issues can develop quickly – especially when a tenant doesn’t report water damage promptly. Because California treats mold as a habitability concern, landlords must understand their legal responsibilities, how to prevent…
Mold preventative maintenance for your rental property is the maintenance checkup this week, provided by Keepe. Knowledge about what causes mold growth and mold preventative maintenance is key to guaranteeing a safe, healthy living environment for tenants. Property managers need to know not only causes of mold growth, but how to prevent it in…
The mold inspection and remediation process is a balancing act between ensuring occupant safety and preserving property value for an owner. The mold inspection company you choose should offer a value proposition that stands apart from others. The credentials should include a mold certification, mold industry work experience, meaningful inspection reports, and competitive pricing. Think…
It’s one of the most frequent complaints amongCaliforniatenants, and for a while there was little they could do about potentially hazardous mold in their units. Mold is hazardous and has potential for creating numerous health issues. Exposure to molds can cause symptoms such as nasal stuffiness, eye irritation, or wheezing. Some people with serious allergies…
Over the past few years, one of the problems that seem to have taken on increased importance for property managers is mold. When a property is suspected to have a mold problem, this becomes a potential health issue for the tenants, but it also becomes a potential liability issue for the property owners or managers.…