Mold Remediation
Containment, HEPA filtration, removal of moldy materials, and detailed cleaning to IICRC S520, with the moisture problem found and corrected so growth does not return.
Mold inspection & testing
Free mold inspection to find out if you have mold
We come out at no cost to check for mold and track down the moisture behind it. If you need lab testing, that is a separate service, and we handle it from scheduling to the written report.
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Mold inspection and mold testing are not the same thing
Our free mold inspection is a visit to answer the first question: is there mold, and what is feeding it? We look for visible growth and musty odors, and we use moisture meters and thermal imaging to find wet materials behind walls, under floors, and around the AC system.
Mold testing goes a step further. Air or surface samples are collected and analyzed by a laboratory, and a written report says what was found and where. Testing is performed by a Florida-licensed mold assessor and is kept separate from any remediation, as Florida law requires. You do not have to coordinate any of it: Restoration USA handles it from your first call to the report.
If the inspection or the report shows growth that has to come out, we can take care of the remediation as well, following the IICRC S520 standard and fixing the moisture source so it does not come back.
What to look for
Signs it is time for an inspection
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Odor without a source
A damp, earthy smell in a closet, bedroom, or the AC closet, but nothing visible on the walls or ceiling.
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A past leak behind finished walls
A pipe, water heater, or AC leak was repaired, but the drywall and baseboards were never opened or measured.
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Recurring spots after cleaning
Spotting on grout, caulk, or around vents that keeps coming back, which points to moisture that has not been found.
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Condensation and clammy air
Sweating windows, damp-feeling furniture, or humidity that stays high even with the AC running.
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A closed-up property
A seasonal home or condo left with the AC off or set high for weeks, especially through the summer.
Our process
How mold inspection and testing work
One call starts it. Here is what to expect, from the free inspection to a written report.
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You call us
Tell us what you are seeing or smelling, where, and whether there was a leak. We schedule your free inspection.
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Free mold inspection
We check the areas of concern for visible growth and odor and use moisture meters and thermal imaging to find what is wet and why. You get a straight answer on what we found.
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Testing when it answers a question
When samples will tell you something an inspection cannot, such as whether hidden growth is affecting the air in a room, we arrange testing by a Florida-licensed mold assessor.
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Laboratory analysis
Air or surface samples go to a laboratory, which reports what was found and in what amounts.
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Written report
The report explains the findings and, if remediation is needed, describes the areas, the containment, and what has to be removed or cleaned.
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Remediation, if needed
We quote and perform the remediation from the report as a Florida-licensed mold remediator, and we fix the moisture source.
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Verification
When the job calls for it, an independent licensed mold assessor checks the area after remediation, before containment comes down and the walls are closed.
Types and causes
Where we look in South Florida properties
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The AC system
The air handler, drain pan, condensate line, and supply vents, where cold surfaces meet humid air all year.
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Bathrooms and kitchens
Under sinks, behind vanities and dishwashers, and around shower pans and tub surrounds.
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Exterior walls and windows
Block walls and window frames where wind-driven rain gets in during the wet season.
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Ceilings below other units
In condos, ceilings and walls below the unit above, where a neighbor's leak can travel unnoticed.
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Areas wet in the past
Rooms that had a leak, flood, or storm water, especially if they were dried without moisture readings.
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Attics and roof decks
Insulation and decking under roof leaks, and attic spaces with poor ventilation.
Timing
When to schedule an inspection or testing
The earlier mold is found, the smaller the job. These are the common moments to call.
- When a smell will not go away
A small hidden source is easier to find and fix than one that has spread through a wall or the AC.
- After a leak is repaired
If the wet area was not opened and measured, an inspection shows whether anything stayed wet.
- Before you buy or lease
Inside the inspection period, so the findings can still shape the deal.
- Before walls are closed
After remediation, verification confirms the area is ready for repairs.
Why Restoration USA
Why call Restoration USA for mold inspection and testing
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Free mold inspection
We come out at no cost to check for mold and find the moisture behind it, and we tell you what we found.
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One call handles it
Inspection, lab testing, the written report, and remediation if you need it, all coordinated by Restoration USA.
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Florida mold licenses
Mold Remediator License # MRSR438 and Mold Assessor License # MRSA1358.
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IICRC Certified Firm
Remediation follows the IICRC S520 standard, and moisture is measured, not guessed.
Reviews
What clients say
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I called to schedule an appointment because my tenant called me with a concern of mold in her master bathroom. Instead of taking her money, the owner spoke to me at length to determine that there was probably no need for him. Since honesty and integrity are of great importance in this world, I give this company 5 stars. Awesome!
Google review · Landlord View source
★ Every job is documented: photos, readings, and an itemized scope.
Insurance
Mold testing and your insurance
Whether a policy pays for mold testing usually depends on why the testing is needed. Testing tied to a sudden, covered water loss may be part of that claim; testing for a home purchase, a general check-up, or long-term humidity usually is not.
Many Florida policies also cap mold coverage at a set dollar amount. If you are filing a claim, ask your adjuster before testing is scheduled, and keep the written report: it documents what was found and why any remediation was needed.
Usually covered
- Sudden pipe bursts and supply-line failures
- Water heater ruptures
- Toilet, sink, and tub overflows
- Appliance and AC overflows
- Burst or accidentally discharged fire sprinklers
- Water that enters through storm damage to the roof or windows
- Mold caused by a covered water loss, often up to a set limit
What we document
- Source of the loss and affected areas
- Daily moisture readings and equipment logs
- Thermal images of hidden moisture
- Every material removed, and why
- Each condo unit and common area, documented separately
- Dated photos and an itemized scope of work
Carriers we've worked with: Citizens Property Insurance, Universal Property & Casualty, Tower Hill Insurance, State Farm, Allstate, USAA, and many more.
Coverage decisions belong to your insurer and depend on your policy. Florida does not allow assignment of benefits on property policies issued on or after January 1, 2023, so you stay in control of your claim.
How water damage claims work in FloridaFAQ
Mold Inspection & Testing: common questions
Is the mold inspection really free?
Yes. We come out at no cost to check for mold, find the moisture source, and tell you what we found. Lab testing, when you need it, is a separate service with its own cost.
Is a mold inspection the same as mold testing?
No. An inspection is a visit to look for visible growth, musty odors, and moisture with meters and thermal imaging. Testing goes further: air or surface samples are analyzed by a laboratory, and you get a written report. Many problems are answered by the inspection alone; testing helps when growth is hidden or someone needs documentation.
Do I need testing if I can already see mold?
Often not. The EPA notes that when mold growth is visible, sampling is usually unnecessary; what matters is finding the moisture and removing the growth. Testing helps most when you smell mold but cannot find it, when someone needs a written report, or to verify that remediation worked.
What does mold testing involve?
A Florida-licensed mold assessor takes moisture readings and collects air or surface samples where they will answer a question. A laboratory analyzes the samples, and you receive a written report with the findings and, if needed, a remediation plan. We handle the scheduling from start to finish.
How much does mold testing cost?
The inspection is free. Testing depends on the size of the property, how many areas need to be checked, and how many samples are taken. Call us with the details and we will give you a price.
Who checks the work after mold remediation?
An independent licensed mold assessor, not the company that did the remediation. Post-remediation verification confirms the area is clean and dry before containment comes down and repairs begin. We schedule it for you.
Related services
Often needed alongside mold inspection
Leak Detection
Non-invasive detection for slab, wall, pool, irrigation, and roof leaks using pressure tests, acoustic equipment, thermal imaging, and video pipe inspection.
Water Damage Restoration
Extraction, moisture mapping, and structural drying for leaks, overflows, and floods, with documentation your adjuster can use.
AC & Appliance Leak Cleanup
Cleanup and drying after AC condensate overflows, water heater failures, and washer, dishwasher, and ice-maker leaks, including damage under cabinets.
Structural Drying & Dehumidification
Dehumidification, air movement, and targeted drying for wall cavities, block, slabs, and hardwood, tracked with daily moisture readings.
Ceiling Water Damage
Tracing, making safe, drying, and repairing ceilings soaked by condo leaks, attic AC units, plumbing, and roof leaks.
Service areas
Mold Inspection & Testing near you
We cover Miami-Dade, Broward, and Palm Beach counties. These are some of the cities where we handle mold inspection most often.
- Water damage restoration in Miami Miami-Dade County
- Water damage restoration in Fort Lauderdale Broward County
- Water damage restoration in Boca Raton Palm Beach County
- Water damage restoration in West Palm Beach Palm Beach County
- Water damage restoration in Pompano Beach Broward County
- Water damage restoration in Coral Springs Broward County
- Water damage restoration in Sunrise Broward County
- Water damage restoration in Boynton Beach Palm Beach County
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