SERVPRO of Boston Downtown / Back Bay / South Boston / Dorchester

A mold inspection and mold remediation are two different jobs, and here's why it matters: an inspector's job is to find mold and tell you what's there. A remediation company's job is to remove it and charge you for the work. When the same company does both, they have a financial reason to find problems and recommend expensive solutions. That's a conflict of interest. In Boston, where the climate brings 73% relative humidity and older homes like the median 1943-built house are common, mold risk is real. You'll want an independent inspector first, then bring in a separate contractor if remediation is needed.

SERVPRO of Boston Downtown / Back Bay / South Boston / Dorchester offers mold inspection services in Boston. If you decide to work with them or any other contractor for the actual remediation after an inspection, verify they're registered with the Massachusetts Office of Consumer Affairs as a home improvement contractor. A standalone mold inspection typically costs $200-$600 in this region, so get that quote upfront and ask whether they'll remain independent if mold is found or if they also do remediation work.