Mold Solutions by Cowleys

A mold inspection and mold remediation are two different things, and here's why that matters: an inspector's job is to find mold and report what they see, while 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 incentive to find problems and recommend expensive solutions, even when a smaller fix would work. In Elizabeth, where homes built around 1956 sit in a climate that averages 69% relative humidity, mold can definitely be an issue worth investigating. Mold Solutions by Cowleys performs inspections in Elizabeth, so you can get an unbiased assessment of what's actually there before deciding on next steps.

If you do hire someone for remediation work after your inspection, make sure they're registered with New Jersey's Division of Consumer Affairs and hold IICRC S520 certification - that's your real protection in a state without specific mold licensing requirements. A standalone inspection typically costs between $200 and $600 in this region, which is money well spent if it keeps you from overpaying for unnecessary work. Before you sign anything, ask your inspector to put their findings in writing and confirm they don't also do remediation work for the company they're recommending.