The inspector shall perform:

•    a non-invasive, visual examination of the readily accessible, visible, and installed systems and components of the building, as outlined in the IAC2 Mold Inspection Standards of Practice;
•    moisture, temperature, as well as humidity measurements;
•    at least three air samples (one indoor and two outdoor); and
•    possibly one surface sampling at an area of concern.

The inspector shall report:

•    moisture intrusion;
•    water damage;
•    musty odors;
•    apparent mold growth;
•    conditions conducive to mold growth;
•    the results of a laboratory analysis of all mold samplings taken at the building; as well as
•    any system or component listed in the Standards of Practice that was not visually examined, and the reasons they were not inspected.

Unless the inspector and client agree to a limitation of the inspection, the inspection will be performed on the primary building and parking structure.

A Complete Mold Inspection includes:

•    a visual examination of the entire building, its systems, and components;
•    moisture, temperature and humidity measurements; as well as
•    taking mold samples.

Limited Mold Inspection:

The Limited Mold Inspection is performed by an IAC2-certified mold inspector. (Please refer to Section 3 of the IAC2 Mold Inspection Standards of Practice.)

The difference between a Complete Mold Inspection and a Limited Mold Inspection is a limitation of the non-invasive, visual examination of the building. For instance, the Limited Mold Inspection does not include a visual examination of the entire building but is limited to a specific area of the building identified and defined by the inspector.

Prior to the inspection, the inspector and client shall agree to the limitations of the visual examination. As a result, potential sources of mold growth in other areas of the building may not be inspected.

The inspector shall perform:

•    a non-invasive, visual examination of the readily accessible, visible, and installed systems and components of only the specific room or area defined by the inspector and agreed to by the client;
•    at least three air samples (one indoor and two outdoor); as well as
•    possibly one surface sampling at an area of concern.

The inspector shall report:

•    moisture intrusion;
•    water damage;
•    musty odors;
•    apparent mold growth;
•    conditions conducive to mold growth; as well as
•    the results of a laboratory analysis of all mold samplings taken at the building.

The Limited Mold Inspection is a fast and affordable way to confirm the existence of mold and, if possible, determine the type of mold present in a specific, defined area of the building.

An example of a Limited Mold Inspection:
The inspector’s client requests a Limited Mold Inspection to be performed. In fact, the scope is specifically limited to the under-floor crawlspace of the building.  Only the crawlspace will be inspected, including a non-invasive examination of the crawlspace. At least one mold sample will be taken, typically a tape sample, if apparent mold is visible.

A Limited Mold Inspection includes:

•    visual examination limited to a specific, defined area of the building; as well as
•    mold samples.

Moisture Intrusion Inspection:

The Home inspection will:

• identify and describe specific details of building that may cause moisture-related problems;
• describe the design, construction, and maintenance of houses and buildings that manage moisture effectively;
• inspect for indications of moisture intrusion;
• communicate how to prevent moisture intrusion by proper installation of systems and components;
• understand how energy, moisture, water, as well as vapor moves through a building;
• recognize evidence of structural damage and previous repair; as well as
• communicate to clients indications of moisture intrusion.