Independent Mold Testing in Los Angeles
We only test. We don't do remediation, so we have nothing to sell you afterward, and you get an accurate account of the mold and moisture in your home.
- Residential inspections $495 (up to 2,000 sq ft)
- Written report and findings walkthrough included
- Scope and total price confirmed before you book
Mon–Sat, 8 am – 6 pm
- Test-only
- We never do remediation
- Price up front
- Scope and total confirmed before booking
- Written report
- Photos, readings and a walkthrough
- Lab analysis
- Included in every sample price
What mold testing services do we offer in Los Angeles?
Five services, all focused on finding and documenting mold and moisture. None of them include removal.
Mold Inspection
A visual and moisture-meter check of accessible areas, for when you see, smell or suspect mold.
Details From $495Moisture & Humidity Assessment
Finds where water and humidity are coming from, since that's what lets mold grow.
Details Quoted by scopeCrawlspace & Attic Inspection
A focused look at the spaces where leaks and condensation go unnoticed.
Details Quoted by scopePost-Remediation Clearance
An independent check after mold removal, by someone who didn't do the work.
Details Quoted by scopeCommercial Mold Testing
Inspection and documentation for offices, retail and rental properties.
DetailsSurface Sampling
Optional with any inspection. Standard lab analysis is included in the price.
Why does it matter that we don't do mold removal?
A company that tests for mold and also removes it makes more money when it finds mold. We only get paid to inspect, so the report has one job: tell you accurately what's there and what's causing it.
If you do need remediation, the written findings let you get comparable quotes from any qualified contractor.
| Question | Clarity | Test + remediate |
|---|---|---|
| Earns money from removal | No | Yes |
| Who you hire to fix it | Anyone you choose | Often the same company |
| Clearance check after removal | Independent | May be self-checked |
How does a mold inspection work?
Tell us what's going on
Book online or call. We confirm the scope and the total price before anything is scheduled.
We inspect on site
Accessible areas, moisture readings and photos. Surface samples only if they'll help answer your question.
You get a written report
Photos and readings, then a walkthrough of what we found and what it means. See a sample report
What do we measure, and what does it tell you?
Instruments find the evidence. What you're paying for is the interpretation: what the readings mean for your home and what to fix first.
Moisture meter
Measures moisture in drywall, wood and flooring. It shows where water is even when a surface looks dry.
Thermo-hygrometer
Measures temperature and relative humidity, which tells us whether a room's conditions support mold growth.
Surface sampling kit
Collects a sample from visible growth so a lab can identify it. Optional, $125 per sample.
How much does mold testing cost in Los Angeles?
Residential mold and moisture inspections are $495 for one dwelling up to 2,000 sq ft. Optional surface sampling is $125 per sample, including standard lab analysis. Larger properties and complex jobs are quoted individually, and we confirm the scope and total before you book.
Full pricing and what affects the price| Service | Price |
|---|---|
| Residential inspectionOne dwelling, up to 2,000 sq ft | $495 |
| Surface sampleLab analysis included | $125 each |
| Larger or complex properties | Quoted |
Example: inspection + 2 samples = $745
Where do we provide mold testing?
We're based in Los Angeles and cover the Westside and beach cities, the San Fernando Valley, Pasadena and the foothills, and the South Bay and Long Beach.
Not sure you need an inspection?
Often you don't. Two free ways to find out first.
Take the mold check
Five questions based on EPA guidance. Sometimes the answer is "clean it yourself".
Start FreeSend us a photo
Up to three photos and a short note. We'll tell you whether it's worth a visit.
Send a photo InstantEstimate your price
Pick your home size and samples, see the total, and book at that price.
EstimateCommon questions about mold testing
Do I need mold testing if I can already see mold?
Often not. The EPA notes that when mold is visible, sampling usually isn't needed to decide on cleanup. The more useful questions are how far it extends and what moisture is feeding it, and an inspection with moisture readings answers those. Source: EPA
What's the difference between a mold inspection and mold testing?
An inspection looks for mold and its moisture source, using instruments and a visual check. Testing means taking samples for lab analysis. Most visits start with an inspection, and samples are added only when they'll help answer your question. Full comparison
What's included in the $495 inspection?
For one dwelling up to 2,000 sq ft: an inspection of accessible areas, moisture readings, photos, a written report and a walkthrough of the findings. Surface samples are optional at $125 each.
Why don't you offer mold removal?
So we have no reason to find a problem that isn't there. We're paid only to inspect, so our findings aren't tied to selling you a removal job.
When do I need post-remediation clearance testing?
After mold removal and before walls are closed up or the space is reoccupied. An independent check confirms the work met its goals, done by someone with no stake in the result. About clearance testing
Find out what's actually there.
Tell us what you're seeing. We'll confirm the scope and price before you book.