SERVPRO of El Dorado Hills/Placerville

A mold inspection and mold remediation are two different jobs that shouldn't be done by the same company. An inspector's job is to find mold, test it, and report what they find - period. A remediation company's job is to remove it and fix the problem. When one company does both, they have a reason to find mold (so they can sell you their removal services), which creates a conflict of interest. That's why industry standards keep these roles separate. In Folsom, where humidity and rainfall create conditions that can lead to mold growth, having an unbiased inspection is especially important.

If you need a mold inspection in Folsom, SERVPRO of El Dorado Hills/Placerville is listed as an option. Before you call, verify they're providing only the inspection and not steering you toward their own remediation services. Make sure any inspector you hire holds current IICRC certification and that their insurance is active and valid. A standalone inspection in this region typically costs between $200 and $600, so get a quote upfront and ask whether they'll provide a written report with clear recommendations.