What this inspection helps you understand
Mould is a moisture problem before it is a cleaning problem. Treating the surface without correcting the water source usually means it returns. The inspection concentrates on why the material is wet — a leak, condensation, poor ventilation, grading or a plumbing fault — because that is what determines whether the fix holds.
What is included?
The inspection is a visual and non-destructive review of accessible areas, with sampling added when it is warranted. It commonly includes:
- Review of the property history, previous leaks, odours and repairs
- Visual inspection of accessible areas for growth, staining and water damage
- Moisture meter readings on suspect materials and surrounding surfaces
- Thermal imaging where it helps trace a moisture pathway
- Air or surface sampling with accredited third-party laboratory analysis
- Written report with photographs, affected areas and recommended next steps
Who is this inspection for?
- Buyers who found staining, odour or damp during a viewing
- Homeowners with recurring damp, musty smells or visible growth
- Landlords, tenants and property managers documenting a complaint
- Owners planning remediation who need an independent scope first
How long does it take?
Most residential inspections are completed in a single visit. Where samples are taken, laboratory turnaround depends on the analysis selected and is confirmed when the scope is agreed.
What happens after the inspection?
You receive a written report setting out what was visible, where moisture was measured, what the probable source is and, where sampling was done, what the laboratory returned. The report is written so it can be given directly to a remediation contractor, a landlord, an insurer or the other side of a transaction.
