Of all the things that we’d all rather be doing with our time, mold removal is likely at the bottom of that list. It’s time-consuming, stressful, and just an unpleasant task overall. This is why most of us will probably agree that this is a job that is best left to professionals.
But here’s the thing: mold removal is quite a niche topic that some professionals take advantage of. They simply send you an unreasonable invoice because they bank on the idea that you don’t know enough about the topic to ask too many questions.
As qualified licensed contractors ourselves, we still try to explain our services and our charges as much as we can. However, you as the client also need to take a more active stance in finding the right contractors for the job.
If you want to find the right pros to hire for water damage restoration, here are some questions that you should ask yourself.
What are your rates based on?
When it comes to mold removal, the size of the job is usually the main basis of our rates. Admittedly, though, there are some professionals who drive up the price at unreasonable lengths. To make sure that you get the most bang out of your buck, do try to ask around for multiple quotes if possible.
Don’t jump in at the lowest price too—that is just as suspicious as well. You want to find a middle ground that seems fair for both you and the service providers.
What can I expect from you and your services?
Most honest mold professionals will walk you through the process of mold removal, how they clean up your crawl space all the way to their action plan for dealing with black mold. If you feel like your contractor is making basic processes sound complex than it is, then considers that as a red flag. There’s a big chance that they’re simply trying to drive up the price by exaggerating their job.
What products will you be using to clean up my space?
Most mold professionals use only the best products to get the job done. Although these products will not necessarily be expensive, they should at least be thoroughly vetted for safety and efficiency.
How long have you been in the mold removal business?
Yes, the experience is an important consideration when hiring for mold removal contractors for your home. Anyone who has had ample experience in the job can help you get the job done in the most efficient manner.
These are just some of the basic questions that you should ask before commissioning mold professionals. Although these questions may sound basic, these can set you in the right direction towards hiring competent and honest pros to get the job done. As always, watch out for the red flags and always ask around before committing to the services of a particular cleaning company.