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You’re not looking for someone to tell you “it looks fine” or scare you into unnecessary work. You need actual data about what’s in your air and behind your walls.
That’s what mold inspection does. Air sampling captures spores you can’t see. Moisture meters find water you didn’t know was there. Thermal imaging shows temperature differences that point to hidden leaks or condensation. Lab analysis tells you exactly which mold species are present and at what concentration.
The result is a documented report you can use for insurance claims, real estate transactions, or your own decision-making. No sales pitch. No inflated scope. Just the facts about whether you have a problem, where it is, and what it’s going to take to fix it.
In Old City, where brick townhomes and century-old plaster walls trap moisture differently than modern construction, that kind of clarity matters. You’re not dealing with cookie-cutter problems, so you shouldn’t settle for cookie-cutter answers.
We’ve spent over 15 years inspecting homes across Philadelphia including plenty in Old City’s historic district. We know how these buildings behave. We know where water hides in 200-year-old basements and how humidity moves through homes without modern HVAC.
Jeff handles the urgent calls himself. The team uses calibrated equipment, follows Pennsylvania Department of Health standards, and works with certified labs that return results fast. You’re not getting a free inspection from someone who only makes money if they find something. You’re getting an independent evaluation from people who’ve seen thousands of properties and know the difference between surface mold and a real problem.
We’re local. We’re direct. And we don’t waste your time.
First, we walk the property with you. We’re looking for visible signs discoloration, water stains, musty smells but also checking areas most people miss: behind appliances, inside HVAC systems, around window frames, under sinks.
Then we use thermal imaging to map temperature variations that indicate moisture or airflow problems. We take moisture readings in walls, floors, and ceilings to confirm whether materials are wet and how deep the issue goes.
Next comes air sampling. We collect samples from multiple rooms, plus an outdoor control sample, and send them to a certified lab. If there’s visible growth or a specific area of concern, we’ll also take surface samples or tape lifts for direct analysis.
You’ll get results within 24 hours. The report includes lab findings, photos, moisture data, and a breakdown of what we found including mold type, spore concentration, and whether levels are elevated compared to outdoor air. If remediation is needed, we’ll explain what that looks like and give you a clear estimate. If it’s not needed, we’ll tell you that too.
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Every mold inspection includes a visual assessment of the entire property, thermal imaging to detect hidden moisture, digital moisture readings in suspected areas, and air quality testing with lab analysis. You’re also getting surface sampling if visible growth is present, plus a detailed written report with photos, lab results, and remediation recommendations if needed.
In Old City, that means we’re accounting for the quirks of historic construction. Brick doesn’t breathe the same way as drywall. Plaster walls can hide water damage for months. Basements built before waterproofing was standard are almost always damp to some degree. We’re not treating your 1820s townhome like it’s a suburban split-level.
The report you receive meets Pennsylvania Department of Health standards and satisfies insurance requirements. If you’re buying or selling, it provides documentation that protects both parties. If you’re dealing with a claim, it gives your adjuster the data they need to move forward.
And if you don’t have mold, the report confirms that too. Sometimes the best result is knowing you can stop worrying.
For most residential properties in Old City, you’re looking at somewhere between $299 and $472. The range depends on square footage, how many areas need sampling, and whether you need rush lab results.
Larger homes or properties with multiple suspected areas will cost more because they require additional air samples and more time on-site. If you’re buying a home and need results before your inspection contingency expires, expedited lab processing adds to the cost but gets you answers faster.
We give you an upfront price before we start. No surprises, no upselling once we’re in your home. If the scope changes because we find something unexpected, we’ll talk to you about it before doing any additional work.
A free mold inspection is usually offered by a remediation company that only makes money if they sell you a removal job. There’s an obvious conflict of interest. They’re not sending samples to a lab. They’re not giving you documented results. They’re giving you a visual walk-through and a sales pitch.
A professional mold inspection is independent. We’re not trying to sell you remediation we’re trying to tell you whether you actually need it. That means lab testing, calibrated equipment, and a report you can use for insurance, real estate, or your own records.
You’re paying for objectivity. If your air quality is fine, we’ll tell you. If you’ve got a problem, we’ll tell you exactly what it is and what it’ll take to fix it. You make the call from there.
Air quality test results come back within 24 hours. Surface samples and tape lifts usually take 3 to 5 business days, depending on the lab and the type of analysis required.
If you’re in the middle of a real estate transaction or dealing with an insurance claim that’s time-sensitive, let us know upfront. We can request expedited processing to get you results faster.
Once the lab sends the findings, we’ll walk you through what they mean. Mold spore counts, species identification, and concentration levels don’t mean much if you don’t know how to interpret them. We’ll explain whether the levels are normal, elevated, or something that needs immediate attention and what your options are from there.
We can’t see through walls, but we can detect the conditions that indicate hidden mold. Thermal imaging shows temperature differences caused by moisture or poor airflow. Moisture meters measure water content inside materials without cutting them open. Air sampling picks up spores that become airborne from hidden colonies.
If those tools point to a problem area, we’ll recommend a more invasive inspection like removing a small section of drywall or pulling up a piece of flooring so we can confirm what’s there. We won’t start tearing into your home without talking to you first.
In Old City’s older homes, hidden mold is common. Plaster walls, brick exteriors, and unfinished basements create pockets where water sits unnoticed for months. Our job is to find those pockets before they turn into expensive problems.
If you’re buying an older home in Old City, it’s worth it. Philadelphia’s humidity, aging infrastructure, and historic building materials make mold more likely than in newer construction. A standard home inspection doesn’t include air quality testing or lab analysis it’s mostly visual.
A mold inspection gives you leverage. If we find elevated spore levels or active growth, you can ask the seller to remediate before closing or negotiate a credit to cover the cost. If we don’t find anything, you’re buying with confidence instead of wondering what’s behind those walls.
Mold remediation can cost anywhere from $3,000 to $20,000 depending on the extent of contamination. Spending a few hundred dollars on an inspection now can save you from inheriting someone else’s problem. And if the seller refuses to address it, at least you know what you’re walking into.
First, don’t panic. Most homes have some level of mold spores it’s when concentrations get elevated or certain species show up that you need to act. We’ll tell you exactly what was found, where it’s located, and whether it’s something that requires professional remediation or just better ventilation and cleaning.
If remediation is needed, we’ll give you a detailed estimate that breaks down the scope of work, the timeline, and the cost. You’re not locked into using us you can take that report to any contractor you want. But if you do hire us, we’ll handle it start to finish: containment, removal, air scrubbing, and post-remediation testing to confirm the problem is gone.
We’ll also identify the moisture source that caused the mold in the first place. If you don’t fix the leak, the condensation issue, or the drainage problem, mold will come back. Our job is to solve the whole problem, not just treat the symptom.
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