Mold Inspection Kenilworth, IL
Certified Mold Testing for Historic & Modern Homes — No Remediation Upsell
Kenilworth homes, especially older estates near Sheridan Road and lake-adjacent streets, face unique moisture challenges. Tight envelopes, renovated attics, finished basements, and older masonry can trap humidity, allowing mold to develop behind walls without visible warning. Even newer construction can harbor mold if ventilation or drainage is not balanced.
Mr Mold Inspector of North Shore Chicago is a testing-only inspection service — we do not perform remediation. You get accurate findings, moisture readings, optional lab sampling, and a clear, unbiased report designed to help you make informed decisions, not spend money on unnecessary removal.
Service coverage includes Kenilworth East, Kenilworth West, Village Center, Sheridan Road corridor, Kenilworth Beach, Green Bay Road, and residential blocks around Kenilworth Metra Station.
Why Mold Is Found Frequently in Kenilworth
Lake proximity increases humidity levels indoors, especially during summer. Older homes with plaster walls and insulation voids trap moisture long-term. Finished basements can conceal past seepage or minor water events. Energy-efficient renovations reduce airflow, allowing moisture to remain locked inside cavities — ideal for mold colonization.
Luxury homes are not immune — trapped moisture is the only ingredient mold requires to survive.
What You Get With a Kenilworth Mold Inspection
• Full attic, basement, crawlspace and interior evaluation
• Moisture mapping with infrared thermal imaging
• Optional air or surface mold testing when appropriate
• Written report delivered in 2–3 business days
• Lab results explained in clear, actionable language
• Recommendations with no remediation conflict or upsell
When Mold Testing Is Worth Doing
• Odor is present but no visible mold appears
• Basement or lower levels previously had seepage
• You’re buying or selling and need documentation
• Household respiratory or allergy symptoms indoors
• You want post-remediation confirmation of clearance
• Suspected hidden mold beneath paneling or flooring
• Comparing airborne mold levels between floors
If sampling adds no value — we will say so.
Common Mold Situations in Kenilworth
Attic Moisture from Heat & Roof Cold-Points
Warm interior air rises, cools against decking, condenses — slow mold growth follows.
Basement Humidity from Seasonal Swings
Moisture accumulates behind drywall and insulation, particularly in finished basements.
Mold Behind Plaster & Insulation Cavities
Older Kenilworth construction can hold moisture inside walls, hidden for years.
Bath Fans Exhausting into Attics
Warm shower humidity directed into attic space → fungal development over time.
Kenilworth Case Example
A Sheridan Road property experienced seasonal mustiness only in summer months. Infrared scanning revealed cold insulation pockets behind plaster where humidity condensed. A pair of air samples confirmed elevated spore counts near the upper landing. With our report, the homeowner corrected ventilation and moisture levels — no overbuilt remediation required.
Pricing
Residential Inspection — $375
Commercial Inspection — $550
Optional Lab Samples — $75 each
Clear pricing and no remediation conflict.
Schedule Mold Inspection in Kenilworth, IL
Whether you live near Kenilworth Beach, Green Bay Road, Sheridan Road, or interior village neighborhoods — we provide fast mold inspections with lab-verified testing and unbiased evaluation.
Book Mold Inspection in Kenilworth, IL
📞 Call: 224-203-7601
📍 Service Area: All of North Shore Chicago
🧪 Included: Certified testing, expert inspection, clear report
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