Mold after a leak in Alamo Heights

Why older homes hide mold

Many Alamo Heights homes are decades old, with pier-and-beam crawlspaces, plaster walls and original plumbing. A slow drip under a bathroom or in a crawlspace can go unnoticed for months, and the humid South Texas air keeps it from drying out.

Signs to look for

• A musty smell that is stronger in one room or after rain
• Soft or cupping wood floors
• Bubbling paint or stains on plaster
• Dark spots on wood framing in the crawlspace

Texas mold rules

In Texas, mold assessment and remediation of more than 25 contiguous square feet must be done by state-licensed professionals, and the assessor and remediator should be separate companies. Ask any company for their Texas license number.

Historic and older homes

Ask whether the company has worked on older homes. Removing plaster, original wood trim or older flooring may need extra care, and homes built before 1978 may have lead paint.

Honest disclosure: SATX Water Damage Help is a free referral service that connects San Antonio-area callers with independent local water damage restoration and mold remediation companies. We are not a contractor, do not perform any work, and do not endorse any company. Calls may be routed to and recorded by a participating provider. Always verify a company's licensing (Texas requires a state license for mold remediation), insurance, and references before hiring.

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