Indoor air quality testing for Colorado homes: mold testing and particle ID testing.
Indoor Air Quality Testing in Colorado: Mold & Particle ID
Indoor air quality (IAQ) testing measures what you and your family are actually breathing inside your home. Red Stag Inspections offers two IAQ tests in Colorado Springs, Denver, and the Front Range: mold testing, which identifies the presence and type of mold spores in the air, and particle ID testing, which identifies the particles in your home's air and dust. Both tests compare indoor samples against an outdoor control sample, and every sample is analyzed by a lab.
Mold Testing
Mold can grow undetected behind walls, under flooring, and in crawl spaces, leading to health issues and costly repairs. Mold testing is most commonly recommended for homes with a history of water damage, visible staining, musty odors, or finished basements and crawl spaces.
Mold testing costs $200, which includes the outdoor control sample, plus $55 per indoor sample.
Particle ID Testing
Particle ID testing is a lab analysis that identifies what is in your home's air and dust, such as mold spores, pollen, pet dander, skin cells, fibers, soot, and other debris. It helps pinpoint the source of allergies, odors, dust problems, and other air quality concerns.
Particle ID testing costs $200, which includes the outdoor control sample, plus $80 per indoor sample.
For both tests, we recommend at least one indoor sample for each level of the home.
Call (303) 351-1045 or request a free quote to schedule indoor air quality testing today.
- Mold testing: $200 + $55 per indoor sample
- Particle ID testing: $200 + $80 per indoor sample
- Outdoor control sample included with both tests
- One indoor sample per level of the home recommended
- Lab-analyzed results
Why Choose Red Stag for Indoor Air Quality Testing
We help you understand what is actually in the air inside your home, whether you are chasing down a musty smell, dealing with unexplained allergy symptoms, or buying a home with a past water issue.
Our indoor air quality testing is available for buyers, sellers, homeowners, landlords, and anyone concerned about the air in their home. Testing can be scheduled on its own or bundled with a home inspection.
Example: a two-story home with a basement typically needs three indoor samples. Mold testing would be $200 + (3 × $55) = $365, and particle ID testing would be $200 + (3 × $80) = $440.
- Outdoor control sample for comparison
- Lab-analyzed air samples
- Clear reporting and next steps
“The inspection was thorough, and the report was clear and detailed. I felt confident in my home purchase decision, thanks to their expertise.”
-Lori
Frequently Asked Questions
What is indoor air quality testing?
Indoor air quality testing measures what is in the air inside your home. Red Stag Inspections offers two indoor air quality tests: mold testing, which identifies the presence and type of mold spores, and particle ID testing, which identifies particles such as pollen, pet dander, fibers, soot, and mold spores.
How much does mold testing cost?
Mold testing from Red Stag Inspections costs $200, which includes the outdoor control sample, plus $55 for each indoor sample.
How much does particle ID testing cost?
Particle ID testing from Red Stag Inspections costs $200, which includes the outdoor control sample, plus $80 for each indoor sample.
How many indoor air samples do I need?
We recommend at least one indoor sample for each level of the home. A two-story home with a basement would typically need three indoor samples, for a total of $365 for mold testing or $440 for particle ID testing.
What is the difference between mold testing and particle ID testing?
Mold testing focuses on mold spores: whether mold is present in the air and what type it is. Particle ID testing is broader and identifies many kinds of particles in the air and dust, including mold spores, pollen, pet dander, skin cells, fibers, and soot.
Why is an outdoor control sample taken?
The outdoor control sample shows what is normal in the outside air around your home. Comparing indoor samples to it shows whether levels inside the home are elevated.
When should I get a mold test?
Mold testing is recommended if you notice a musty odor, see visible staining, have a history of water damage or flooding, or are buying a home with a finished basement or crawl space.
Can indoor air quality testing be done at the same time as a home inspection?
Yes. Mold testing and particle ID testing can be bundled with a standard home inspection or scheduled on their own.
What happens if mold is found?
If mold is detected, you will receive a report identifying the type and levels found so you can decide whether remediation is needed.