What we look for
- Visible growth and staining in basements, attics, bathrooms, around windows and under sinks.
- Moisture readings in walls, floors and framing, and thermal imaging to spot wet areas the eye can’t.
- The source: roof and flashing leaks, grading and gutters, plumbing, condensation, past flooding.
- Air quality: how the home’s air compares with the outdoor air.
Sampling and lab analysis
When testing is warranted we take air samples (indoors and an outdoor control) and surface samples of suspect growth. Samples go to an accredited laboratory, which reports the types of mold present and their concentrations. You get the lab report plus our plain-language read of it: what was found, whether it is elevated, and what to do about it.
Our inspectors are IAC2 certified for mold and indoor air quality. We do not do remediation, so the findings are not a sales pitch for a cleanup contract.
Why people test
A musty smell without an obvious source. A finished basement or a house with a history of water problems. Allergies, asthma or breathing symptoms that ease when you leave the house. A landlord, buyer or tenant who needs documentation. Some New Jersey rental and school situations require it.
Health, briefly
For most people mold exposure means irritation: stuffy nose, wheezing, itchy eyes or skin. People with mold allergies, asthma or weakened immune systems can react more strongly. The CDC’s guidance is simple: if you see or smell mold, find the moisture and fix it, whatever the species.
What it costs
Mold inspections and air-quality testing are quoted per property, because the number of samples depends on the house. Ask when you book. See pricing.