Mold Evaluation in Peoria, IL

A focused mold inspection performed by an IAC2-, IRI-, and InterNACHI-credentialed inspector. We identify the conditions that allow mold to grow, sample what is present using Breeze ET Lite air-pump and Breeze S2 swab equipment, and ship samples to PriorityLab/InspectorLab for same-day processing. You receive a clearly written Certificate of Mold Analysis with sample-by-sample spore counts, an indoor-versus-outdoor comparison, and a glossary explaining each genus identified.

Surface Testing uses a swab or tape lift taken directly from suspect growth to confirm whether what you are seeing is actually mold. Indoor Air Quality (IAQ) Testing draws air through Breeze ST Spore Trap cassettes, paired with an outdoor control sample for baseline comparison. The Full Mold and Moisture Evaluation combines IAQ sampling with whole-home thermal imaging and moisture-meter readings to find hidden water sources behind elevated spore counts. See the Mold Test Information PDF on this page for guidance on which option fits your situation.

Air samples are collected with the Breeze ET Lite environmental testing pump and Breeze ST Spore Trap cassettes. An outdoor control sample is always paired with the indoor samples for baseline comparison. Surface samples use Breeze S2 swabs taken directly on suspect growth. We document temperature, relative humidity, and surface moisture readings at each sample location so the lab and you have the full context behind every result.

The most economical way to add mold testing is to attach it to a scheduled home inspection. The mold add-on covers two indoor air samples plus the outdoor control sample, performed during the inspection visit with no second trip charge. Standalone visits and additional samples are also available; reach out for current pricing.

Consider a mold test when any of the following apply: visible or suspected mold growth; a recent or historical water event; a persistent musty smell; an occupant with respiratory concerns or allergy symptoms; verifying that a recent remediation worked; the home has sat vacant for an extended period; or a real-estate transaction is involved and you want documentation either way.

PriorityLab/InspectorLab usually processes samples the same day they arrive. Typical turnaround is 24 hours from sample drop. Two timing notes: samples collected on a Friday usually return results on Monday, and shipping carriers can occasionally introduce delays outside our control. The lab issues a Certificate of Mold Analysis covering each sample with quantified spore counts, an indoor-versus-outdoor comparison, and a Mold Glossary explaining each genus identified.

Every home contains some mold. The relevant question is whether your indoor concentrations and species mix exceed the outdoor control in a way that suggests an indoor amplification source. The EPA has not established numerical action levels for mold, so interpretation is comparative: we look at indoor counts relative to your specific outdoor baseline that day, and at which genera show up indoors that are not typical of your local outdoor mix. The Mold Glossary included in your report explains what each genus indicates.

When an HOI mold inspection comes back clean, with no visible mold or moisture issues reported, the property is enrolled in 90 days of MoldSafe protection administered by RWS Warranty. If new visible mold appears during that 90-day window on permanently installed surfaces, the program covers the cost of removing that mold up to a $3,000 aggregate limit, with a $300 deductible paid by the homeowner. The protection is tied to the inspected property and is not transferable; it does not cover renovations, water or flood events, or damage caused by third parties. Full terms are in the Mold Safe Guarantee PDF on this page.

When testing identifies an active mold issue, we refer clients to local remediation partners. Peoria Radon Mitigation handles moisture-source repairs and mold remediation work in the Peoria area, and Radman Radon serves the Rockford region. Both partners can address the moisture conditions that are the actual root cause behind almost all indoor mold problems, so the fix is durable rather than cosmetic.

We test homes throughout an eight-county service area covering Central and Northern Illinois: Peoria, Tazewell, Fulton, Woodford, Ogle, La Salle, Lee, and DeKalb counties. That is roughly a two-hour radius around Peoria, including Bloomington, Pekin, Canton, Galesburg, Ottawa, Dixon, Rochelle, and DeKalb.

Chase Owen leads every HOI mold inspection. He carries IAC2 mold-inspection credentials, InterNACHI Certified Professional Inspector certification, and IRI certification, and brings 12 years of real estate experience working with both investors and private clients. That background means he can explain results in the context of the home, the local market, and any transaction timeline you are working against.

Q: Do I really need mold testing?

Not every home does. Test when you have visible growth, a musty smell, water history, allergy symptoms, vacancy, or a transaction in motion.

Q: Is some mold normal?

Yes. Every home has some mold. The question is whether your indoor counts exceed the outdoor baseline.

Q: What is the difference between surface and air sampling?

Surface confirms what you can see is mold; air detects spores from hidden sources you cannot see.

Q: Why do you take an outdoor sample?

Indoor counts are only meaningful relative to local outdoor air on the same day, since outdoor levels vary with weather, season, and location.

Q: How fast will I get results?

Typically 24 hours from the time samples reach the lab. Friday samples usually return Monday, and shipping delays can occasionally extend that.

Q: What does a sample report look like?

See the Sample Mold Report PDF on this page. It includes spore counts, an indoor-versus-outdoor comparison, and a Mold Glossary explaining each genus.

Q: What does the Mold Safe Guarantee cover?

When the inspection comes back clean, RWS Warranty provides 90 days of new-visible-mold removal coverage up to $3,000 with a $300 deductible. Full terms in the linked PDF.

Q: Can I add mold testing to a scheduled home inspection?

Yes. The add-on covers two indoor air samples plus the outdoor control and is the most economical way to include it.

Call or use the contact form to schedule a standalone mold test or add mold testing to an upcoming home inspection. We typically respond the same business day and can deploy samples on visits already on the calendar.