Mold needs moisture to grow, so that is what we hunt for. During your inspection we look for visible mold and water staining, and we use moisture meters and thermal imaging to find the damp, hidden spots behind walls and ceilings where mold tends to start.
This is a visual, observational inspection that points you to the problem areas and the moisture feeding them. If formal lab testing or a mold assessment is called for, we will tell you, so you can bring in the right specialist.
The A-Action team, Houston, Texas
Moisture is where mold starts
These photos come from our own Houston inspections. Hidden moisture and the decay it causes are what we look for.
You cannot see moisture like this from the room below. Infrared finds it while it is still a leak, and not yet mold.Hidden moisture, found with thermal imagingYou cannot see moisture like this from the room below. Infrared finds it while it is still a leak, and not yet mold.Left alone, a damp spot turns into rot and mold. Finding the moisture early is how you avoid the cleanup.What unchecked moisture becomesLeft alone, a damp spot turns into rot and mold. Finding the moisture early is how you avoid the cleanup.Growth like this means moisture has been sitting somewhere it should not, and what is in the wood ends up in the air you breathe. Finding the water source is what stops it coming back.Air quality testGrowth like this means moisture has been sitting somewhere it should not, and what is in the wood ends up in the air you breathe. Finding the water source is what stops it coming back.
Part of a thorough inspection
A mold inspection works best alongside a full look at the home. Here is what else we check.
Tyler was very very knowledgeable, kind and helpful. I would definitely give him A+
K. A.Google review
Tyler Bauer recently did our pre-drywall inspection, and he was an absolute pleasure to work with! From the start, he was incredibly kind, polite, and flexible with scheduling to find a time that worked best for both our builder and our family.
His inspection report was exceptionally detailed yet easy to read and understand, even for someone who isn't well versed in the technicalities of a new build. He included clear photos of all home components and clearly labeled every item that needed attention. Upon completion, he even texted separately to highlight the main focal points of the report and was courteous enough to compliment our builder on a job well done with the framing.
Tyler answered all of our questions about the necessary fixes in a way that made complete sense and even suggested we send him pictures once the items were resolved. Exceptional service from start to finish. We couldn't recommend him enough!
mike and june leeGoogle review
I highly recommend using A-action for your home inspection and asking for Brandan as well. We have now used this company and Brendan twice. For our second home inspection we requested Brendan specifically. He is extremely knowledgable, very patient, answers all questions you might have about aspects of the house. He is extremely professional and extremely easy to work with. So pleasant! He made the whole experience wonderful!
There was a high level of detail in the way A-action does their home inspections. Their inspections reports are easy to understand and if you have any questions, they can go over that with you. The reports include photos and its clear and easy to understand what needs your attention.
Michelle in the office is a pleasure to speak to, she always answers all the questions we might have for her and believe me we did have a lot of them for her. She made us feel comfortable, listened to and gave excellent recommendations. She is an absolute pleasure!!!!!!
Kim on the weekends in the office is also great and a pleasure to work with.
A-action also was able to provide a great list of any recommendations such as plumbers we might want to contact, structural engineers and more. We HIGHLY recommend this company and will be using them again in the future and telling anyone who needs a home inspection to use A-action.
They are absolutely wonderful to work with, so patient and knowledgable.
Thank you A-action, thank you Brendan, Michelle and Kim!!!!
Natalia GogatzGoogle review
Quick, thorough, and reliable.
Good company to do business with.
Jeff GreenbergGoogle review
Excellent communication. Easy process. Timely reporting and explanations. Overall a 5 star experience.
philip levinGoogle review
Gio was extremely thorough, friendly, and knowledgeable. Glad we went with them for a home inspection.
Yoni MillerGoogle review
Excellent job, took the time to explain results fully.
Richard BoxGoogle review
Will was so professional and detailed in his work. He’s very thorough with the explanation and nice
Thu PhamGoogle review
William did a great job. Very thorough. Communicative, answered all questions. I would use the company again.
Crystal LGoogle review
Overall great. Answered all my question and informed me of what to look for in the future.
Manny BGoogle review
Nice
Leti BagoGoogle review
I had an excellent experience with Brendan Hirshey and A-Action Home Inspection Group for my new construction home inspection. Brendan was extremely thorough, professional, knowledgeable, and easy to work with throughout the process.
What stood out most was the level of detail in his inspection. He took the time to carefully evaluate the major systems and construction details of the home and identified several items that I would not have known to look for on my own, including roofing and flashing concerns, drainage issues, HVAC and ductwork items, electrical concerns, irrigation problems, and a shower enclosure leak. His report was clear, well documented, and included helpful photos that made it easy to understand exactly what needed attention.
I also appreciated that Brendan did not overstate issues or create unnecessary alarm. He explained what he found in a straightforward and professional way, which made it much easier for me to prioritize what truly needed to be addressed before closing versus normal punch-list items.
I had also used A-Action earlier in the construction process, so having continuity from the pre-drywall stage through the final inspection was incredibly valuable. It gave me much more confidence going into closing and helped me have a more informed conversation with my builder.
For anyone purchasing a new construction home, I strongly recommend getting an independent inspection rather than relying solely on the builder’s process, and I would absolutely recommend Brendan and A-Action. The inspection was worth every dollar.
DJGoogle review
Very thorough and professional inspection by Ryan. Would highly recommend A-Action for a pre-purchase inspection.
David GreeneGoogle review
Bo completed a very thorough and professional inspection. The report was well prepared and insightful. I will use A-Action Inspection again. Thank you.
Nelson OgrenGoogle review
I very highly recommend Brendan. While my home is a new build with a very reputable builder, Brendan was very thorough in looking at every aspect of my new home and found a number of issues that required attention. He took a great deal of time to inspect and explain each of the issues and potential implications. His experience and technical knowledge are immense. He has given me invaluable peace of mind as I move forward with this substantial investment and life change.
Kim SheehanGoogle review
Great experience, highly recommended. Thank you.
Ruben GarciaGoogle review
Called with the highlights and talked to me in layman terms which I appreciated. Answered all my questions and followed up with the complete report.
D GGoogle review
Amazing service. Very detailed. Really appreciate everything yall did to get our house ready for close!!
Rebekka MayfieldGoogle review
Bo did a very thorough job inspecting our historical home on the island. He provided numerous photos, detailed explanations, and answered all of our questions. Highly recommend
Melanie NewtonGoogle review
Josh came highly recommended From my father who has used him four times in the past. And this was my first home.
Hayley CairoGoogle review
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You cannot see moisture like this from the room below. Infrared finds it while it is still a leak, and not yet mold.
Left alone, a damp spot turns into rot and mold. Finding the moisture early is how you avoid the cleanup.
Growth like this means moisture has been sitting somewhere it should not, and what is in the wood ends up in the air you breathe. Finding the water source is what stops it coming back.
