Resolute Home Inspections

A mold inspection and mold remediation are two different jobs that shouldn't be done by the same company. An inspector's job is to find mold and report what they discover. A remediation contractor's job is to remove it and fix the problem. When one company does both, they have a financial incentive to find more mold or recommend bigger fixes than necessary. That's why industry standards say inspectors and remediators should be separate. In Cleveland, where the humid climate and older housing stock (median home built in 1951) create conditions where mold can thrive, getting an unbiased inspection is especially important.

Resolute Home Inspections keeps that independence by focusing on mold inspection, not remediation. If you're considering their services in Cleveland, you'll typically pay $200-$600 for a standalone mold inspection. Before you hire them or any inspector, verify they can give you an honest assessment without a financial stake in the remediation work. If mold is found and you need it removed, you can then shop for a separate remediation contractor with proper credentials like IICRC S520 certification and proof of liability coverage.