Mold Inspection
Home owners, tenants, and commercial building owners/operators have become increasingly aware of health problems and damage to buildings caused by mold. Health care professionals, the EPA, State Health Organizations, and the news media are informing and educating us to the dangers of mold infestation in our homes, multi-family structures, and commercial buildings.
There are approximately 100 species of mold that are considered toxic. About 15 of these species are known to cause health problems for people and pets. Uncontrolled mold growth will also, create considerable damage to components, systems, and the structural integrity of a building.
Surprisingly, newer homes are more susceptible to mold infestation than older homes, as construction methods and materials have created more energy efficient structures. This has greatly reduced the volume of exterior and interior air exchange, creating an indoor environment conducive to mold infestation.
Surprisingly, newer homes are more susceptible to mold infestation than older homes, as construction methods and materials have created more energy efficient structures. This has greatly reduced the volume of exterior and interior air exchange, creating an indoor environment conducive to mold infestation.
The scope of a mold inspection is a visual observation of the readily accessible areas of the building's components and systems, that is limited to the readily accessible and visible areas, and the systems identified as follows: Grounds, Exterior, Structure, Plumbing, Interior, HVAC, and Sampling protocols. (NAMRI Standards of Practice)
If you suspect you may have a mold problem or there is visible mold growth, contact JL Inspection Services, we can begin by discussing your concerns and observations and then perform an inspection and determine a proper course of action.
Residential mold inspection starts at $250.00 with factors such as size, age, basement, number of bathrooms, etc. that may increase cost. Sampling and testing is in addition to basic inspection cost. Testing will only be performed with your consent and upon disclosure of cost.
Commercial mold inspection starts at $600.00 with numerous factors increasing cost. Sampling and testing is in addition to basic inspection cost. Testing will only be performed with your consent and upon disclosure of cost.
Commercial mold inspection starts at $600.00 with numerous factors increasing cost. Sampling and testing is in addition to basic inspection cost. Testing will only be performed with your consent and upon disclosure of cost.
