Clean Air DetectiveMold concerns after a leak or water damage
A stained ceiling, a damp cabinet, or an odor that returns when the air conditioning runs can leave you wondering where to start. For properties in Moore, Clean Air Detective investigates the conditions behind the concern instead of relying on a sample alone.
We are a locally owned business based in Norman, serving Moore and the Oklahoma City metro. Owner Jonathan Vest brings hands-on water damage restoration experience to independent inspection and testing. Learn about Jonathan's background and credentials.
What’s included in your $250 inspection
The full property inspection includes the attic and crawl space where safely accessible. We discuss the areas of concern and document any access limitations.
- Visual inspection: accessible materials, water staining, visible suspect growth, and evidence of water damage.
- Moisture mapping: readings that help document damp materials and the extent of the concern.
- Infrared screening: surface temperature patterns that guide a closer look, checked alongside moisture measurements.
- Borescope camera: inspection through suitable accessible openings where appropriate; concealed areas may remain outside the view.
- Detailed protocol report: photos, findings, recommendations, and guidance for discussing corrective work.
Air, swab, and tape samples are selected when they can help answer a question. Analysis is performed by an independent third-party accredited laboratory. Sampling is priced separately and discussed before collection. Learn about air and surface sampling.
Areas worth checking when an odor keeps returning
Tell us whether the odor is strongest near a sink, along a wall, in a closet, or when the HVAC system starts. Useful clues include a past roof or plumbing leak, condensation, and materials that were covered before their condition was documented.
Accessible attic materials, duct connections, and the area around the air handler can be part of a moisture investigation. An inspection can help identify areas needing attention, but infrared screening does not see through walls or identify mold by itself. See examples of HVAC mold and moisture concerns.
Air, swab, and tape sampling
Sampling is selected to answer a specific question. Air samples can help assess airborne mold spores, while a swab or tape sample can examine suspect surface material. Samples collected for analysis go to an independent third-party laboratory.
An air result is considered alongside the outdoor comparison, moisture findings, and visible conditions. Surface sampling addresses the sampled location; it does not describe every material in the building. Read more about air quality testing.
Moore resources for drainage and water concerns
If your concern follows rainwater entering the property, keep photos of the water entry point and a record of when it happened. Share these details when booking your Moore inspection so we can focus the moisture assessment on the affected areas.
- City of Moore Stormwater Management provides information about the city's stormwater program and reporting stormwater violations.
- Moore Planning & Zoning: floodplain information includes floodplain resources and a link to report storm-related flooding.
City resources address community drainage and floodplain questions. Our property inspection documents accessible indoor conditions, moisture findings, and any sampling results. Clean Air Detective serves Moore from Norman; confirm your property location and access needs when scheduling.
Before your appointment
Gather photos of earlier damage, repair records, and the locations of any recurring odors. Arrange access to the areas of concern, attic, and crawl space when present, and mention any access restrictions when booking. For a business or rental property, coordinate access with the appropriate contact.
Inspection and testing prices
- Mold inspection + protocol report
- $250 flat
- Air quality test — 2 samples
- $120
- Additional air / swab / tape sample
- $60 each
- Post-remediation verification
- $175
- Asbestos inspection
- $250
- Asbestos bulk sample
- $40
- Water testing
- $150
- Bacteria sampling
- $150
- Expedited mold laboratory analysis
- +$20/sample
Example: a $250 inspection plus three $60 samples totals $430. With expedited service on all three samples, the total is $490.
Standard mold lab turnaround is typically 3 business days. The 24-hour expedited option is next-business-day lab service, subject to laboratory availability and submission deadlines, excluding weekends and holidays. It adds $20 per sample and applies to all selected samples or none. Completed report timing is confirmed separately.
Larger commercial, asbestos, or multi-area work: call for custom pricing. See the instant quote calculator and asbestos inspection and testing service for more detail.
Independent findings from Jonathan Vest
Clean Air Detective is a testing-only consultant and never sells remediation. You receive findings to help you decide what happens next, and you choose who performs any corrective work.
Owner Jonathan Vest is IICRC certified and an Oklahoma state-licensed asbestos inspector. He was formerly a Texas-licensed Mold Assessment Consultant. Read more about Jonathan’s background.
Moore mold inspection questions
How much does a mold inspection in Moore cost?
The inspection and protocol report cost $250 flat. Air, swab, and tape samples are separate at $60 each. A two-sample air quality test costs $120. An inspection with three samples totals $430; expedited analysis on all three adds $60, for a $490 total.
When can I schedule a Moore inspection, and how long does it take?
We serve Moore from Norman, with 10 AM and 1 PM inspection slots Monday–Saturday, subject to availability. A typical visit takes 1–3 hours depending on the property and scope. Share access needs and deadlines when booking.
When will my mold laboratory results be ready?
Standard mold laboratory turnaround is typically 3 business days. Expedited analysis costs $20 per sample and applies to all selected samples or none. It is next-business-day lab service, subject to laboratory availability and submission deadlines, excluding weekends and holidays. Completed report timing is confirmed separately.
Should I schedule if the leak has already been repaired?
An inspection can still be useful if staining, odors, or questions about drying remain. Share when the leak happened, what was repaired, and whether affected materials were removed or covered.
Does every inspection need mold samples?
No. The concern and the inspection findings guide whether sampling will provide useful information. We discuss the purpose and cost of proposed samples before collection.
Do you remove mold?
Clean Air Detective provides inspection and testing only, with no remediation or abatement sales. If corrective work is needed, the report helps you discuss the findings with a qualified contractor. Post-remediation verification is also available after the work.
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