HNST Mold Inspections

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Totally professional and helpful in answering all questions. Sent reports which are detailed.

The inspection went very well. John took me through each room and expertly explained the process as he determined where mold and moisture was present and where it was not. He was knowledgable, courteous and professional. I feel confident in the work that he did and I would recommend him to anyone in need of a mold and moisture inspection.

I can't say enough good things about HNST Mold Inspections!! I called them to get a second opinion afterhaving had our house "inspected" by a supposedly "top" company, and we realized that this was a true mold inspection as opposed to the overpriced sales pitch we received from the first company! John, the owner/operator, spent a great deal of time explaining everything about mold and air quality in general, and he left me feeling reassured and confident about the direction we need to go in. I would recommend that anybody with a suspected mold problem contact him FIRST, especially since he only does inspections and is , therefore, not interested in pitching expensive remediation proposals!!

John, examined the entire basement thoroughly (our problem area), did a quick check of the main floor, and went up the top floor for a thorough review as well. He used a device that checks for moisture in the walls, used his knowledge of trouble spots, and asked us before pulling back molding and insulation to check dry wall. He found mold, showed us what it looked like, and educated us. It was very helpful. He offered to do air samples as well but we declined.

Very pleased with the service that I was provided - no complaints at all. Called me right back, showed up on time, was very informative and thorough & price was very fair. I would recommend this company.

Everything was great. I chose H.N.S.T based on the reviews here. John showed up on time and was a true professional. He answered every question I had. Gave me great and honest advice, and made sure I was comfortable and all my questions were answered before he left. He took some air samples and got back to me with the results as soon as they came back. I would definitely use H.N.S.T Mold Inspections again if needed.

I had been suffering from recurring sinus infection symptoms for a few months now, and I wanted to rule out any type of household mold contamination as a possible culprit. After investigating service providers on Angie's List, I decided to go with HNST Mold Inspectors. I liked the fact that even though John Skelly (owner) had previously worked in the mold remediation side of the business, his firm doesn't perform remediation, just detection, thus avoiding a conflict of interest. He was easy to contact, & was able to fit me into his schedule rather quickly. On the date of our appointment, he called to confirm, and arrived as promised. He listened to my concerns, and performed a thorough visual inspection of every corner of my home (crawlspaces, etc.). After his initial assessment, he was convinced I didn't have a mold problem. Although I was obviously relieved to hear this, I still had him test the air quality in both the cellar, & the living room for my own peace of mind. Both tests came back negative for mold. The fact that John didn't push for me to have the tests done only confirms that he wasn't just out to make a quick buck. I can't say enough how satisfied I am with both the service provided, & the professionalism with which I was treated. If you ever find yourself in need of mold detection service, definitely give HNST Mold Inspections a call!

John is very thorough, honest and professional in his approach. He arrived at the committed time, inspected the areas for Mold and had a high level of patience to answer all my questions. Based on his testing/assessment he provided a detailed protocol for the remediation company to follow, worked through the process with me and conducted post remediation test followed by a clearance letter. He is very responsive and always tries his level best to accommodate short notice requests including visits during weekend. He has a very fast turnaround on his reports and results, which have been very helpful to act on next steps with remediation company. I have been very comfortable in working with John. Importantly, he does not do remediation work and I was able to discuss the scope of work openly without any concern of a vested interest.

Since he does not do the cleaning of Mold himself, he only tests for it, he was totally reliable, honest and extremely reasonable. he did only the mold testing he felt was completely necessary. I would use him again and recommend him to everyone! Absolutely fantastic!

John was extremely thorough and professional. He took the time to check all areas of the home and answer all my questions in ways that were easy to understand. Excellent experience.

They were very prompt and responsive.

John showed up on time, was very professional and thorough, and answered all of my questions. He was even able to get me the air sample test results the next day. His quick and effective service was very reassuring to me.

He found some mold in both air conditioners, but otherwise felt there was no mold problem. John was very knowledgeable about building materials and how mold grows on them as well as how to remove mold if it is seen. He explained that it is the unseen mold that is more of a problem, but not all mold is really dangerous, unless if you are allergic. I feel confident in his report, and believe him to be knowledgeable and trustworthy. I would certainly use him again if needed.

Excellent. John was extremely professional from the get-go. Allowed me ample time on the phone, answering all my questions prior to even setting up our first appointment. When we settled on a date and time, John showed up promptly and gave my property a thorough inspection. He probably spent 1.5 hours visually inspecting every crack and crevice for evidence of mold, and also used moisture detection tools and humidity monitors to help determine if there was water leakage and/or excess moisture. John then took 4 air samples and would send them out to a lab for analysis. When the results were in, John both called me and sent a detailed email explaining the results, and then wrote up a remediation protocol for the Mold Remediators to follow. It is important to note, HNST Mold Inspections is an "inspection only" company. They do not do any remediation work (though John has experience in that field in the past). This is important because it eliminates any conflict of interest that can occur in companies that do both testing and remediation. John is working for YOU and only YOU. So John wrote up the remediation protocol, and then offered assistance in vetting the companies I was choosing between. He is willing to offer opinions, but will not outwardly push you to select a certain vendor, so that he remains impartial. Once I selected a vendor for the remediation and the work was complete, I had HNST return for a post-remediation assessment. I would also highly recommend this to anyone having mold remediation. At first glance, the remediators did a good job of removing the visible mold. However, the follow up air samples showed continued elevated levels of mold that required additional remediation work. Had I not had this additional testing done, my family and I would still be breathing this toxic air. John continued to work with and answer questions for myself and the remediators until the process was done and my home passed a post-remediation assessment. I would absolutely recommend HNST Mold Inspections if you suspect you have a mold problem. John worked tirelessly for my family and took a personal interest in seeing my home mold free prior to us bringing our new baby home from the hospital. He works with integrity and is knowledgeable, kind and trustworthy. A++++

When I called late on a Friday afternoon, John answered the phone right away. He asked a lot of questions so he could get a good idea of what I thought the problem was, what the space was like, etc. so he could give me a good estimate. Then he clearly explained (with the right amount of detail) what he would do, what it would cost, what the next steps might be depending on what the tests showed. He arranged to come first thing Monday morning and showed up on time. He did exactly what he said, gave us a preliminary idea (thank goodness it was clear), and the formal 20 page report with lots of test data came a few days later via email.

John performed a thorough mold inspection to help us identify the cause of a musty odor. After several types of testing, including thermal testing of walls to identify potential wet spots, he concluded that we do not have mold but did give us several suggestions to help properly maintain our a/c system, ductwork and drainage to ensure we do not have any issues in the future.

John is very professional and courteous. He made contact with me the same day that I made the initial enquiry. He was prompt and responsive on all levels. He took pictures as well as samples and explained to me what he was doing and why. True to his word he turned up when he said he would and provided me with the full report in record time. I would highly recommend his services and would use him again if warranted.

John Skelly is a skilled professional in Mold Evaluation and Remediation. John knows the mold inspection and remediation industry inside and out. I wish I had contacted John before I purchased my house instead of paying a home inspector that really had no idea about mold inspection and remediation although he claimed to be an expert as part of his report. Well, better late then never!! John did a complete diagnostic on my house, crawl space, attic, garage and even the landscaping drainage as it pertained to potential mold issues. John took samples of suspect findings and sent to an independent lab for analysis. I received the lab results in a week and John provided a detailed review of the lab analysis. Moreover and most importantly John provided a complete remediation plan that I assure you that most people cannot do. John explained the situation and remediation without scare tactics. Please note John is an independent professional and while he will provide service /remediation recommendations if you ask he encourages you to find your own remediation?s professionals. Furthermore John was there for questions post the analysis, which was very much appreciated. After having an issue I did my research - The main difference between John Skelly and most people in the industry are 1) John is highly skilled and knows the industry and mold review and remediation on a very technical level. 2) John is not trying to sell you a ?job? and 3) John provides a detailed solution plan and is there every step of the way for you so you can move on with your life. Do yourself a favor, if you are thinking about buying a residence, selling a residence or are in a current residence with a potential mold concern hire John Skelly for a honest knowledgeable independent analysis so you understand and have a game plan for a remediation.

I highly recommend using HNST. John was knowledgable, professional and honest. I was very impressed with how long he spent on the inspection. John only does mold inspection, not remediation which I really liked. We got our results in a timely fashion and John answered all our questions. John was a pleasure to work with.

HNST returned call in one day. Set up appointment and was on time. Explained on phone and in person how samples were taken. Had test results back via email in time stated.

Was very happy with the level of service received.

John called me ahead of time to tell me he would be a little late and apologized when he arrived. He was very thorough in his inspection by going up in the duct work and also took some photos of the areas. he really took his time to explain everything. He said it would take about 3-4 day's for the lab results and I received the lab work 3 day's later. I would highly recommend them to anyone.

I moved into a condo a few months ago and the prior owner recently installed a stand up shower in the master bathroom which has a tendency to leak water out the front door. Several weeks after moving in, while I was cleaning the master bathroom, I noticed that the tiles toward the back of the shower were discolored. I called HNST because I liked the fact that they only did mold testing and not mold removal, and therefore, had no motive to ?discover? a mold problem. I spoke with John, the owner. He was very polite and knowledgeable and was available to come and do the testing a few days later. He arrived on time and was extremely thorough and detail oriented. He was also very patient and willing to answer all of my questions. I will definitely use HNST in the future if the need arises and I would highly recommend HNST to anyone that needs to test for mold.

,John came right on time and was very pleasant to work with. He explained everything in detail and spent a good amount of time testing and checking for mold. He also tried to come up with explanations as to where the water source may have come from to cause the mold, even if some of them did not seem possible-- (mouse urinating constantly in garage may have caused a wet wall?)I still appreciated his insight and ideas. He did the air sample test, emailed me the results, and was available to explain things to me that did not make sense. He is easy to get a hold of, knowledgeable, and friendly. His price was also very competitive! Since the work was done awhile ago, i cannot exactly recall what i paid but it was around the price i listed- which was very competitive. I would highly recommend him.