Safe and Sound Property Services

A mold inspection and mold remediation are two different jobs. An inspector identifies whether mold exists, where it is, and what type it is. A remediation company removes it. When the same company does both, they have a financial incentive to find problems and sell you expensive fixes - that's a conflict of interest. Industry standards say these should be separate services. In Albany, where older homes (the median was built in 1948) and humid conditions create ideal environments for mold growth, getting an independent inspection first protects you. A standalone mold inspection typically costs $200-$600 in this region and gives you reliable information before deciding on next steps.

Safe and Sound Property Services offers mold inspection services in Albany. If they recommend remediation work, you'll want to get that done by a different, licensed contractor. New York State requires mold assessment and remediation contractors to hold licenses from the NY Department of Labor - you can verify any company's credentials at mpwr-public.labor.ny.gov. Before you hire anyone, confirm they're licensed and ask whether they only do inspections or if they also perform remediation work.