Mold Inspection Joliet, IL
Certified Mold Testing for Basements, Crawlspaces & Multi-Family Units
Joliet homes experience mold for different reasons than northern suburbs — more crawlspace foundations, groundwater pressure, older sewer/stormwater history, and deeper basement humidity. Properties along Jefferson, Larkin, and areas near the river often see moisture travel through block walls and flooring, creating mold behind drywall long before surface staining appears.
Mr Mold Inspector is a testing-only inspection service — no remediation, no scare-based selling. You get moisture readings, infrared scans, photos, and lab testing only when data is needed, not when someone wants a larger job.
Serving Cathedral Area, W. Jefferson, Larkin corridor, Ingalls Park, Joliet West, Shorewood border, Rock Run Preserve area, and multi-family structures throughout the city.
Why Mold Is Common in Joliet Homes
Clay-heavy soil in Joliet holds moisture against foundations. When basements are finished over older masonry, humidity becomes sealed inside walls, flooring, and carpet padding.
Crawlspaces — common in older Joliet — allow damp air to rise into the home through subfloor gaps, spreading odor and spores without visible growth.
What You Get With a Joliet Mold Inspection
• Foundation, basement, crawlspace & interior inspection
• Moisture meter readings + thermal infrared imaging
• Optional mold sampling when clarification is needed
• Written report with photos within 2–3 business days
• Lab results explained clearly without confusion
• Recommendations based on findings — never sales
When Mold Testing Helps Most
• Basement or crawlspace smells musty
• Water marks or damp lower walls
• Buying or selling and need documentation
• Allergy-type irritation in the home
• Post-remediation confirmation
• Suspected hidden growth behind finishes
• Air comparison between living space & lower level
If testing won’t help — we do not recommend it.
Common Mold Issues in Joliet
Finished Basements Over Damp Block
Moisture stays between drywall and concrete — growth stays hidden.
Crawlspace Moisture Rising Into Floors
Damp air enters living areas and spreads spores upward.
Older Slabs & No Vapor Barrier
Moisture wicks up through flooring and padding slowly.
Multi-Unit or River-Nearby Properties
Shared humidity + limited airflow increases mold risk.
Joliet Case Example
A homeowner near Ingalls Park noticed musty odor after storms. Moisture readings showed damp drywall along the foundation line, and thermal imaging confirmed cool moisture pockets behind finished walls. Air samples revealed elevated spores downstairs but normal levels upstairs — proving growth was localized, not whole-house.
Targeted remediation saved thousands by avoiding full gut-work.
Pricing
Residential Mold Inspection — $375
Commercial Mold Inspection — $550
Lab Samples — $75 each
Straight pricing. No remediation agenda.
Schedule Mold Inspection in Joliet, IL
Whether you're near Jefferson, Larkin, Shorewood, Cathedral Area, or river-adjacent homes — we provide fast inspections, moisture testing, and lab-verified results you can rely on.
Book Mold Inspection in Joliet, IL
📞 Call: 773-673-4020
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