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Piedmont Mold Inspection

Independent mold inspection for Piedmont homes. No remediation, no commissions — just honest answers about what's in your property.

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Why Piedmont Homes Need Mold Inspections

Piedmont sits in Canadian County — Oklahoma's fastest-growing county. Founded in 1903 (almost named "Mildred" before the founders chose "Piedmont," meaning "at the foot of the hills"), this community transformed from a small agricultural town into a thriving bedroom community when the Northwest Expressway opened in the 1970s.

On May 24, 2011, an EF5 tornado struck Piedmont, destroying approximately 180 homes and causing over $20 million in property damage. Many homes were rebuilt, but the rebuilding process and the homes that survived may carry legacies from that event.

With a median household income near $95,000 and home values continuing to rise, Piedmont residents have invested significantly in their properties. Understanding what's in your walls — whether from the tornado, from rapid development, or from decades of Oklahoma weather — matters for protecting that investment.

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Common Mold Sources in Piedmont Homes

Piedmont's growth history and tornado experience create specific mold challenges. Here's what I commonly find:

2011 Tornado Legacy
The EF5 tornado destroyed or damaged hundreds of homes. Rebuilt properties may carry issues from rapid reconstruction. Properties that survived may have hidden damage that was repaired quickly rather than thoroughly.
Rapid Development Construction
Piedmont's population has grown 23% since 2020 alone. New subdivisions built quickly to meet demand may have construction quality issues — wet framing, rushed timelines, and builders stretched thin.
1970s-1990s Housing Boom
The Northwest Expressway triggered explosive growth. Homes from this era are now 30-55 years old. Original plumbing, HVAC systems, and roofing are reaching end-of-life, creating moisture opportunities.
Rural-Suburban Transition Properties
Many Piedmont properties include acreage, outbuildings, and structures from the town's agricultural past. These buildings may have moisture issues separate from the main home.
High-Value Investment Protection
With median property values above $300,000 and incomes near $95,000, Piedmont homeowners have significant investments. Undetected mold affects not just health but property value and equity.
Tornado Alley Ongoing Exposure
The 2011 tornado wasn't the only severe weather Piedmont has experienced. Annual hailstorms, severe thunderstorms, and ongoing tornado threats test roofing and seals continuously.

Piedmont knows what tornadoes can do. My job isn't just finding what the 2011 storm left behind — it's telling you exactly what's in your walls now, so you can make informed decisions about your property.

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Derrick Fredendall, RN
TrueSight Environmental • Piedmont

Piedmont Neighborhoods I Serve

I serve all of Piedmont — from established neighborhoods to new developments. Whether your home was rebuilt after 2011 or is brand new construction, I understand what to look for.

Montereau
Settlers Crossing
Piedmont Meadows
Northwood Lake Estates
Colony Pointe
Windmill Park
Magnolia Meadows
Stonebridge
Deer Spring
Timber Ridge
Cedar Creek
Downtown Piedmont

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Why I Do Things Differently

I spent over a decade as an ER nurse. I learned that the best outcomes come from honest assessments, not hopeful guesses. "Your leg is broken." "That's going to need stitches." "You probably shouldn't have skipped that last step on the ladder."

Now I apply that same approach to homes. When I inspect your Piedmont property, you get the truth — not a sales pitch for remediation I'm hoping to sell you.

I don't do remediation. I can't. My only job is to find what's there and explain what it means. If you need work done, I'll give you a list of contractors I don't work for and don't get paid by. Then I leave.

In a community that's experienced an EF5 tornado and continues to grow rapidly, honest answers about what's in your walls aren't optional — they're essential.

Piedmont Mold Questions

Yes. Even homes that were "repaired" after 2011 may carry hidden damage. Rapid reconstruction after disasters often prioritizes habitability over complete drying and remediation. Moisture sealed in during repairs can cause ongoing mold growth for years.

Tornado legacy considerations →

Rapid growth creates pressure on builders. When demand exceeds capacity, construction timelines compress, quality control may suffer, and homes may be closed up before fully dried. New construction in high-demand areas warrants verification.

Rapid growth considerations →

Homes from Piedmont's first growth boom are now 45-55 years old. Original plumbing, HVAC, and roofing are reaching end-of-life. These systems fail gradually, often creating moisture problems before complete failure becomes obvious.

Aging home considerations →

Absolutely. Piedmont properties often include barns, workshops, and storage buildings from the town's agricultural past. These structures may have moisture issues independent of your main home — and you may not visit them daily to notice changes.

Outbuilding considerations →

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