Guaranteed Property and Mold Inspection

A mold inspection and mold remediation are two different jobs, and it's important they stay that way. An inspector's job is to find mold, identify what's causing it, and give you an honest report. A remediation company's job is to fix the problem. When one company does both, they have a financial incentive to recommend expensive solutions, which creates a conflict of interest. In Los Angeles, where the climate brings both humidity and rainfall, mold can be a real concern in older homes - the median house here was built in 1962. That's why you want an independent inspector first, someone like Guaranteed Property and Mold Inspection, to tell you what you're actually dealing with.

A standalone mold inspection in this region typically costs between $200 and $600, which is money well spent for an unbiased assessment. Once you have that report, you can get separate quotes from remediation contractors if needed. Before you hire anyone, verify they hold a valid Contractor's State License Board (CSLB) license, check their insurance coverage, and confirm they have IICRC certification - that's your assurance they know what they're doing.