Residential Inspector of America

A mold inspection and mold remediation are two different services, and it matters that they're handled by separate companies. An inspector's job is to find mold and identify the source of moisture causing it. A remediation company's job is to remove it. When one company does both, they have an incentive to recommend expensive fixes, even when a smaller solution would work. In Atlanta, where humidity averages 72% and rain totals 50 inches yearly, mold can show up in older homes - the median house here was built in 1979. That's why hiring an independent inspector first makes sense. You'll get an unbiased assessment before deciding on next steps.

Residential Inspector of America operates as a mold inspection company, which means they're positioned to give you that neutral starting point. A typical standalone mold inspection in this region runs $200 to $600, and it's money well spent for clarity. If mold is found and you decide to move forward with remediation, you'll want to hire a separate contractor. When vetting that contractor, ask for IICRC S520 certification and verify they carry both general liability and pollution liability insurance - Georgia doesn't require a specific mold remediation license, so these credentials matter. Before you sign anything with any company, ask for references from recent Atlanta customers.