Do I Have mold? How bad is it?

If you see or smell mold or are experiences mold-related symptoms, you likely have a problem. But the first step isn't demolition- it is assessing if you have mold, how bad it is, and what is causing the mold. Our specialists understand how mold works in a building and will help work through you mold problem with you. We will help you make a solid plan and provide the data necessary to make the right decision.

We can often help you assess what is going on in your building through a free phone consultation

Hear What Our Happy Customers Have To Say

"I was affected by the August 9th Milwaukee flooding. Lost everything and ended up with mold. Courtney and her crew Ivan, Broodie any Anthony Rock! Very nice and honest people. Excellent customer service experience from the first initial quote estimate Courtney was very professional, very knowledgeable, very thorough with her inspection. Her crew did an amazing job with the mold remediation, demolition of drywall and cleaning of the mold on concrete walls. Very informative throughout the entire process. The results were awesome, you can't even tell mold was there. If anyone have mold I highly recommend you contract with Pure Maintenance. FIVE STARS PLUS!!"
Tonja S
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"I highly recommend Pure Maintenance Wisconsin! They made a very stressful situation of discovering black mold in our home, causing severe mycotoxin illness, a seamless and stress free process.Courtney is amazing! She and her team are excellent at communicating, and are very detailed in explaining the process. Courtney is the 1st person to be certified in Wisconsin with this specific type of mold remediation! It’s cutting edge. They removed literally every spore from our space.Unfortunately, as a population, we are not educated about mold and its dangers - that it can cause cancer, for example. Most mold remediation is inadequate & does not actually remove the dangerous spores from your space. Courtney is an expert and can be 100% trusted. My doctor’s office even uses her company. Thank you, Courtney!"
Kristen B
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"Courtney was extremely knowledgeable about mycotoxin illness and the steps that needed to be taken to remediate my condo - including dealing with odd schedules and an inflexible HOA. For tasks outside of Pure Maintenance's specialty, she recommended other skilled local professionals who also did their jobs quickly and well. I highly recommend this company."
Kent H
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"I was very impressed with Pure Maintenance Mold Removal. I have the HLA genotype that doesn’t form antibodies to the mycotoxin that mold spores produce, and therefore I get pretty sick from a mold exposure with CIRS symptoms. Our basement was flooded in August and after initial remediation from an emergency company, I was still experiencing symptoms. I had heard about Pure Maintenance from a health podcast and felt fairly convinced that they would make my home healthy again. Customer service was excellent and prompt, communication was clear. Courtney (the owner) came to my home and pointed out areas that still needed remediated. She was very detailed as she went through my home, searching for potential mold spores. She and her team came in and completely removed any potentially remaining mold, using negative air pressure to ensure the spores did not infiltrate the rest of my home. After they were confident they removed all of the mold spores, they treated my entire home with their dry fog which completely neutralizes the air. They tested the air after their work and levels were at zero. When I came back into my home after their work, the air was so fresh and clean. I no longer had symptoms from the mycotoxin exposure and feel healthy again. Courtney is extremely detail oriented and is an expert in mold remediation. She is honest, and collaborates with her clients on the best remediation approach. My only regret is that I didn’t hire Pure Maintenance right away after the flood to do the initial remediation. I highly recommend them!"
Ann S
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"I cannot stress enough how wonderful Courtney and her team are. She is data driven-- your quote will be based on mold being tested for rather than eye balling where they think mold could be. Additionally, they do all of this without being condensing in any way, encouraging questioning the process/ how things work.

For results-- my partner and I had recurring sinus infections that have gone away once treatment was completed. We've also both had less headaches."
Brad S
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"Courtney from Pure Maintenance was awesome!

I was completely ignorant about mold and when I found out we had a mold issue I was horrified and had no idea where to even begin. Pure Maintenance was recommended to me and I'm so glad as they made the process of mold remediation so straightforward and easy.
On her first visit, Courtney walked me through the science side of things and was able to accurately find and diagnose the source of our mold problem. I have a child with asthma so I was eager to act as quickly as possible--Courtney was able to squeeze us into her schedule the same week which was great for my peace of mind. She was able to treat our house in one day: we left home in the morning with a mold problem and returned home after work to a mold-free home.
And of course the science backs it up! Courtney shared detailed results of before and after treatment and the facts speak for themselves.
It can be so difficult to find professionals that you trust to do work in your home, especially with an issue as serious and delicate as mold remediation. I would absolutely recommend Courtney and Pure Maintenance without hesitation. They delivered the promised results quickly and without hassle which is the best I could ask for. Thanks again Pure Maintenance!"
Kate J
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"Courtney made sure the job was done right. I've had less knowledgeable so called "mold experts" assess my home and they failed. She found where the mold was hiding and made an extra effort to be sure it was identified and properly remediated. I"m now breathing much better and relying less and less on my medication."
Rebecca S
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"Courtney and the team were so helpful! After a renovation of our basement we thought all the mold was gone. Courtney came in and investigated until she found spots we hadn't thought about. She kept working with us until we eradicated the mold entirely! The demo'd a few spots that were too saturated with mold, dried out anything that could be salvaged, and applied the vapor. Very effective process that was much less expensive than redoing our basement stairs and more walls! It's been so nice to have our house back!"
Diana L
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Expert Diagnostics

Health-focused independent data

Ascertain if your home or workplace has a mold problem, how bad the problem is, why the problem exists, if it could be affecting you, what its cause(s) are and what can be done. We do this in two ways as part of our mold inspection and testing service. Our visual and diagnostic testing is always included as part of an inspection.
Visual and diagnostic testing

We provide diagnostic testing in your entire building to understand what may be causing your mold problem. This includes using a suite of professional tools, our knowledge of building science, a personal interview with you, and more.

Independent testing

We work with independent laboratories to detect invisible mold spores through agitated air samples and surface samples. We will help you digest and understand the results as well as make a plan for remediation if necessary.

We can often help you diagnose your problem on the phone. Give us a call.
Expert Diagnostics

Whole home Inspection & Free Phone Consultation

We don't just look at a single spot in your home. We walk through your entire home, understanding how mold may be forming and how it may be affecting your health. This includes assessing:

Structural integrity
Behavioral contribution
Relative humidity
Moisture content of surfaces
Cold spot detection

The aim of the inspection is to form a picture of why a mold problem exists and, crucially, what can be done.

Our Approach

Testing Options with Transparent pricing

The type and quantity of mold test you need may differ depending on your circumstances and desired outcomes. If you need a mold test, we offer 5 mold samples for $325, with additional samples $50. This is less than 1/2 the cost of other local mold inspection agencies. Note: This package does not include ERMI testing. ERMI testing is $300.

Non-Viable Testing

We take an air sample which is analyzed for either alive (viable) or dead (non-viable), mold spores. The spore count per m3 and species of mold are recorded.

Viable Testing

We capture mold spores in a mold trap. Captured spores are then cultured on a Petri dish. Any living (viable) spores reproduce, and the species are identified and recorded.

ERMI Testing

A dust sample is collected and analyzed and cross-referenced against the DNA of 36 mold species. Based on the findings, a risk profile is calculated.

Data-driven Testing

Specialist Mold Testing

No more guesswork. Our specialist testing lets you know if you're breathing in mold or have hidden mold by providing the data to understand the following:

If mold is present
The severity of the mold problem (spore count per m3)
The mold strains present
The context and points of comparison to understand the results above

The results of your mold tests are combined into a report. It provides a fact-based insight into the health of the home. We will walk you through the results so that you can make a decision for you and your family.

Resolve Your Mold Issue Today

Do you Already See or Smell mold?

If yes, then you may not need to take samples. We can help walk through your mold issue on the phone or on site. Ask to speak with a mold expert.
Get a no obligation quote and free phone consultation