Indoor air quality testing is designed for situations where a visual mold assessment cannot locate a source, or when clients are experiencing symptoms, odors, or concerns that aren’t explained by visible conditions. NYS law focuses on visual mold assessments first, but air testing plays a valuable supporting role when:

• No visible mold is found
   
• A musty odor exists without an identifiable source
   
• Occupants are sensitive to mold or indoor allergens
   
• The home has a history of water intrusion
   
• You want baseline IAQ data before purchasing a home
   
• You need additional clarity beyond what can be seen
   

At John Fox Inspections LLC, we use the latest, high-resolution analysis systems from Sporecyte, one of the most advanced mold testing labs available. Their reports include detailed spore identification, high-magnification imagery, and extremely consumer-friendly summaries.

IAQ testing involves collecting an air sample from inside the home — or multiple locations if needed — and comparing it to an outdoor control sample. This gives us a clear picture of whether indoor air contains elevated levels of:

• Mold spores
   
• Allergens
   
• Water-damage indicator species
   
• Abnormal fungal growth patterns
   

IAQ testing is especially useful when no visible mold is present during a NYS-licensed visual mold assessment, but there are still concerns about air quality or hidden moisture.

IAQ is recommended in cases such as:

No visible mold, but the environment suggests microbial activity.

People with allergies, asthma, compromised immunity, or mold sensitivity often benefit from data-driven clarity.

Some clients want post-remediation baseline testing for peace of mind (when permitted and appropriate).

If the visual assessment finds conditions conducive to growth, but no visible colonies.

Especially in older homes or properties with past water issues.

Before renovations, occupancy, or new tenancy.

Note:
IAQ testing does not replace a mold assessment, and NYS law does not require lab testing when visible mold is present. Testing is an optional add-on used in cases where visual evaluation alone cannot answer the question.

We collect calibrated air samples using industry-standard cassettes and pumps. This ensures accurate spore capture and reliable results.

Always included — essential for interpreting indoor readings correctly.

We may collect samples from:

• Basements
   
• Living spaces
   
• Bedrooms
   
• Attics (rare and situation-dependent)
   
• Areas with odor or moisture concerns
   

Sporecyte provides one of the most advanced consumer-facing mold reports available. Their analysis includes:

• High-resolution imagery of identified spores
   
• AI-assisted classification
   
• Clear descriptions in everyday language
   
• Severity ratings and risk interpretations
   
• Recommendations for next steps
   

Clients consistently find Sporecyte reports easier to understand than traditional lab sheets.

We walk you through the results, including:

• Whether indoor spores exceed outdoor levels
   
• Whether the species present indicate hidden growth
   
• What environmental conditions may be contributing
   
• Whether further investigation is recommended
   
• Whether remediation is warranted or not
   

You get clarity, not confusion.

IAQ testing provides valuable insight when:

• The home “doesn’t smell right”
   
• Allergy symptoms appear indoors
   
• A visual mold assessment finds no visible mold
   
• You want documentation for peace of mind
   
• The property has a history of leaks or moisture
   
• You’re making a large investment and want deeper certainty
   

IAQ testing offers data-backed reassurance — or identifies hidden issues before they become expensive.

• Licensed NYS Mold Assessor for compliant evaluations
   
• Advanced Sporecyte laboratory reporting
   
• High-resolution spore imagery
   
• Clear, consumer-friendly report breakdown
   
• Testing only used when appropriate — never upsold
   
• 10+ years inspection experience in the Capital Region
   
• Same-day visual assessment + fast lab turnaround
   

Our goal is to give you real, actionable information — not fear-based pressure, not unnecessary testing, and not guesswork.

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