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Mold Inspection & Testing Calgary
CHI Home Inspections performs professional mold inspection and air quality testing for Calgary homeowners, buyers, and sellers. Certified mold investigators. Lab-analyzed air samples. Written report delivered within 24 hours.
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In Business Since 2010
What Is a Mold Inspection & Why Do You Need One in Calgary?
Mold is a fungus that grows wherever moisture is present. In Calgary, extreme temperature swings, ice damming, and aging housing stock create the conditions mold needs to thrive — often hidden behind drywall, inside attics, and under flooring where you cannot see it. A mold inspection locates it before it becomes a health hazard or a costly remediation project.
At CHI Home Inspections, mold investigations are performed by Cliff Keveryga and Carson Lisowski — certified mold investigators with construction backgrounds who understand how Calgary homes are built and where moisture problems develop. We follow the investigative process recommended by Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation (CMHC) and the American Industrial Hygiene Association: visual inspection first, air sampling where required, lab analysis, and a written report with findings and next steps.
Mold affects air quality and can cause allergic reactions and respiratory illness — particularly for pregnant women, infants, the elderly, and anyone with a compromised immune system. If you suspect mold, smell musty odours, or have had recent water damage, do not wait. A professional mold inspection gives you the facts you need to act.
Mold Inspection & Testing Services We Offer
Professional mold investigation and air quality testing for Calgary homes and real estate transactions.
Mold Inspection
A certified mold investigator visually inspects your property for visible mold growth, moisture indicators, and musty odours. We identify the extent of the problem and determine whether air sampling is required.
Air Quality Testing
We collect indoor air samples using professional equipment and send them to an accredited local laboratory for analysis. Results confirm the presence, type, and concentration of mold spores in your home.
Moisture & Source Investigation
Mold needs moisture to grow. We trace active moisture sources — roof leaks, plumbing failures, foundation seepage, condensation — to identify the root cause, not just the visible symptom.
Pre-Purchase Mold Inspection
Buying a home in Calgary? A mold inspection before you commit protects you from inheriting a remediation bill. We assess the property and provide a clear report before your conditions expire.
Post-Remediation Verification
After mold has been removed, we verify the remediation was successful. Air samples confirm mold levels have returned to normal before you re-occupy the space or close a real estate deal.
Attic & Crawlspace Mold Scan
Attics and crawlspaces are Calgary's most common hidden mold locations — poor ventilation and moisture accumulation create ideal conditions. We inspect these areas specifically as part of every mold investigation.
Where Does Mold Hide in Calgary Homes?
Our certified investigators check every location where Calgary’s climate and construction create mold risk.
- ✓Attic sheathing & rafters
- ✓Basement walls & floor joists
- ✓Crawlspace insulation
- ✓Behind drywall & vapour barrier
- ✓Under sinks & around plumbing
- ✓Window & door frames
- ✓Bathroom caulking & grout
- ✓HVAC ducts & air handlers
- ✓Roof leak damage areas
- ✓Ice dam water intrusion zones
- ✓Ceiling tiles & insulation
- ✓Cardboard & stored materials
- ✓Humidifier & HRV components
- ✓Garage & attached structures
- ✓Foundation wall seepage points
- ✓Flood & water damage areas
Not sure if you have a mold problem? Musty odours, visible staining, or a history of water damage are all reasons to call.
Contact us to discuss your property and book a mold inspection.
Mold Inspection Calgary — Frequently Asked Questions
Straight answers to the questions Calgary homeowners and buyers ask most about mold testing and inspection.
A CHI mold inspection follows the process recommended by Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation (CMHC). We start with a background investigation — history of flooding, roof or plumbing leaks, and any occupant health symptoms. We then conduct a full visual inspection for visible mold, moisture staining, and musty odours. Where mold is suspected but not visible, we collect air samples using professional equipment and send them to an accredited local laboratory for analysis. You receive a written report with findings, lab results where applicable, and recommended next steps.
A standard home inspection looks for visible signs of moisture damage and conditions that could lead to mold — but it is not a dedicated mold inspection. At CHI, we include thermal imaging on every standard inspection which helps identify hidden moisture that may indicate mold risk. If mold is suspected during a standard inspection, we recommend booking a dedicated mold investigation with air sampling for definitive results.
You should consider a mold inspection if you notice musty or earthy odours in any area of your home, visible dark staining on walls, ceilings, or grout, unexplained allergy or respiratory symptoms in occupants, a history of water damage, flooding, or roof leaks, or if you are buying or selling a home and want documented confirmation of mold-free air quality. Calgary’s climate — with significant freeze-thaw cycles and ice damming — creates specific moisture risks that make mold more common here than in milder regions.
A home inspection does not pass or fail a property — it identifies and documents conditions. If significant mold growth is found during a home inspection or dedicated mold investigation, it will be documented in the report with photos and context. What you do with that information — negotiate a price reduction, request remediation, or walk away — is your decision. The report gives you the evidence to act from a position of knowledge rather than uncertainty.
A typical mold inspection takes 1 to 3+ hours on-site depending on the size of the property and the extent of suspected mold activity. Larger homes, finished basements, and properties with a history of water damage require more time. Air samples are collected during the visit and sent to an accredited laboratory — lab results typically take 3 to 5 business days. Your written report with findings and lab results is delivered once analysis is complete.
Calgary's Certified Mold Investigators
Since 2010, CHI Home Inspections has been Calgary’s trusted name in mold inspection and air quality testing. Cliff Keveryga and Carson Lisowski are certified mold investigators with construction trade backgrounds — they know how Calgary homes are built, where moisture accumulates, and how to find mold before it becomes a remediation emergency.
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