Spokane Fire & Water Restoration

A mold inspection and mold remediation are two different services, and it matters which company does each one. An inspector's job is to identify mold, test it, and tell you what you're dealing with. A remediation contractor's job is to remove it and fix the problem. When the same company does both, there's a built-in conflict of interest - they're motivated to find problems that require their services. That's why industry standards recommend keeping these roles separate. In Spokane, where older homes (the median was built in 1962) are common and moisture problems happen year-round, getting an independent inspection first makes sense.

If you're considering Spokane Fire & Water Restoration for a mold inspection, remember that they also perform remediation work. You might want to hire an independent inspector instead, then use their findings to get bids from remediation contractors. Before you hire anyone for either service, verify they're properly licensed. Washington State requires mold remediation contractors to hold a Department of Labor and Industries contractor registration - you can check this at lni.wa.gov. Ask your inspector or contractor to show you their credentials before you sign anything.