ESP has packaged a comprehensive proactive annual inspection called the Mold and Moisture Management program ("MMM").

This program is available for all residential properties that have passed ESP's Certified Mold and Moisture Inspection process ("CMI"). If areas of concern were identified during the CMI, then the correction and/or the remediation of these areas must be verified through the ESP process.

ESP is the first company of its kind to be able to support a pro-active program such as the MMM for new and existing properties.

Through this annual inspection the early detection of moisture related issues and/or microbial growth can be addressed when the problems are small and easy to remediate. Undetected microbial growth and moisture related problems can quickly escalate causing structural issues in a few years, costing thousands of dollars to remediate. In the worst case scenario, without this early detection, these problems may not be discovered until the occupants are experiencing microbial or mold-related health problems.

This proactive annual inspection will be conducted by a highly trained Certified Environmental Home Inspector ("CEHI"). In most cases the same CEHI will return to a property every year. This adds to the confidence that subtle changes that may indicate a potential moisture intrusion problem will be recognized.

As a positive, when a property is sold through a real estate transaction, the seller who has participated in the MMM program will have a clear record that the moisture management in their home has been properly monitored and maintained over the years. This can be a major advantage in the selling of the home.

The MMM program provides direct protection to all Stakeholders of the building envelop. This is accomplished by managing the risk as it relates to building/trade warranties, lender insurance and occupant liability. It also benefits the buyer by allowing them to move into their new home with "Peace of Mind" as it relates to Indoor Air quality and the condition of their new home.

The MMM program costs: 

 

Annual fee (pre-paid) - $250.00

 

If areas of concern are identified during the annual inspection and sampling is required - $85 per sample