For homebuyers and real estate agents
Mold inspections before you buy.
Make mold and moisture part of your option-period inspection plan. Moldo provides an independent assessment and written recommendations to help you understand what needs attention before purchase.
Scope, pricing, and availability confirmed before booking.
How it complements the home inspection.
A general home inspection reviews the home's systems and condition. Determining whether mold is present is outside its required Texas scope. A mold assessment adds a focused look at mold growth, moisture conditions, and the areas involved.
Useful information for the purchase.
Understand the findings.
Get an assessment of mold and moisture concerns in the areas inspected.
Know the next steps.
Learn whether moisture repairs, further investigation, or remediation planning are recommended.
Support repair discussions.
Give the buyer and agent written findings to discuss when considering repair requests.
Independent assessment.
Moldo provides inspection, testing, and recommendations. We do not perform mold removal. Your report brings together the findings, applicable laboratory results, and recommended next steps.
FAQ
Questions about buying a home.
Is mold assessment included in a home inspection?
Not automatically. Texas home-inspection standards do not require determining whether mold is present. If your inspector offers mold assessment too, confirm the included scope and the applicable mold license.
Do I need to see mold before arranging an assessment?
No. You can include an assessment in your option-period inspections without first finding visible mold or receiving a referral from your home inspector.
Does every buyer need mold samples?
No. We recommend sampling when it helps answer a specific question about the property and explain what it would add to the assessment.
Can the findings help with repair discussions?
Yes. The report gives the buyer and agent documented findings and recommendations to discuss. Any repairs, credits, or other changes depend on the contract and the parties' agreement.
Can the assessment fit within my option period?
Contact us early with the address and exact deadline. We'll confirm inspection availability and expected report timing, including any laboratory work, before booking.
What happens if remediation is recommended?
We explain the findings and next steps. A separate remediation protocol can define the removal work and clearance criteria for a remediation contractor. Moldo does not perform the removal.
Useful resources.
- Texas home inspection standards →
Texas Real Estate Commission
- Consumer Mold Information Sheet (PDF) →
Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation
- Mold and moisture in the home →
U.S. Environmental Protection Agency
- Buyer inspections and the option period →
Texas Real Estate Commission
Arrange an inspection before you buy.
Call with the property address and your option-period deadline. We'll confirm availability and expected report timing.
Scope, pricing, and availability confirmed before booking.