Mold Solutions of Chicago is a locally owned and operated, full service mold company. We provide mold inspection, mold testing, mold remediation and mold prevention services. We have been assisting Angie's List customers since 2008!
Our staff are professionally trained and certified by the IICRC and the National Association of Mold Professionals.
Email - info@moldchicago.com.
Business highlights
19 years of trusted experience
Services we offer
Mold Inspection,Testing, Remediation & Prevention, Air Sampling,
They came in and treated that spot that we had in our attic for mold remediation. They were fantastic!
Description of Work: We had a small patch of mold in our attic area
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
Yes, I recommend this pro
Sara C.
10/2019
3.0
This company sprays mold with their own solution, however they do not remove or encapsulate it. Even if the mold is dead, it can still get in the air and effect people with allergies. Billing was responsive, yet pushy to get their final payment even though I was still trying to get the proper information to submit to insurance from the sales rep. After I made the final payment, the rep did not return my insurance agent's call. In regards to handling insurance, I was promised by the sales rep that he would work with insurance and this did not happen at all. He did speak to an insurance rep over the phone once, however I had to do the heavy lifting and getting the proper documentation was difficult. The company did not bring in dehumidifiers to dry out the area until an industrial environmentalist we hired told them to. Also, the remediators did not explore enough of the damage behind the walls — they are supposed to pull out one bay at a time until they do not see any more mold/damage. I ended up having to bring in another company to finish the job. Mold and water remediation is not regulated in the state of Illinois. If you are in need of a company to do this kind of work, make sure to hire a third-party for mold testing and to determine where the work needs to be done. I also learned that it is important to hire a company who is DKI certified.
Description of Work: Water damage/mold remediation
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
2.0
value
5.0
professionalism
3.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
$4,500
Response from Mold Solutions
Hello, we are a locally operated company and take great pride in our business practices and relationship with current and potential clients. That said, we feel it's important to address the issues outlined with complete transparency, as what you described is the opposite of what our team encountered with this particular project. First, we do & did remove the mold that we were able to by removing the affected drywall on the interior of the home. We did speak with the owner about encapsulating. We waited to hear back to see if this is something they wanted us to do and never heard back on which direction they wanted to go. We also informed them of dead mold getting in the air and educated on the next option to cover it up with an encapsulation of exterior gypsum board. As for the billing comment, it is in our proposal after our work is completed to receive final payment. In regards to working with the insurance agent, our sales representative did return the insurance companies call and left the third person handling the claim a message to get any info they needed to them. We spoke to a minimum of 3 different people multiple times from the insurance company, providing documentation, pictures, updated proposal, etc. In addition, we tested the area, and the customer had an industrial hygienist come out and we performed additional work, additional dehumidifiers/equipment, ( that was not in our original scope of work at no charge) based on what the hygienist said needed to be done. We performed everything per our conversation with him, besides the encapsulation, because that was going to be an additional cost, which we informed the customer about. We were very honest and straight forward from the start on what we were doing and there could be additional issues, which there were that was unable to be seen until the walls were opened. Our company is IICRC Certified which is one of the highest certification you can get in our field of work.
Marjorie W.
08/2019
5.0
It was pretty good. They were understanding.
Description of Work: Mold Testing & Remediation
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
4.0
value
3.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
Response from Mold Solutions
Thank you for the A review! We appreciate your business.
JANET A.
04/2019
5.0
The project from start to finish went very well. The team was on time and they did great work. Adam's lead staff had great patience and explained all the details of the scope. I highly recommend Mold Solutions for your mold remediations needs.
Description of Work: Mold remediation in attic
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
Response from Mold Solutions
We greatly appreciate your business and appreciate you taking the time to share your experience with the world.
Benjamin R.
10/2018
5.0
Everything went great. I called and they were able to schedule someone to come out that same day. Adam showed up right on time, and was very knowledgeable about everything. The problem was very minor, so he gave me some steps I could do to clean things up myself, without using their remediation services. I really appreciated the honesty and tips. They seem like a great company, and if we ever have any bigger needs in the future I'd hire them in a heartbeat.
Description of Work: An inspection to check some possible mold in the basement
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
Response from Mold Solutions
We’re so glad we were able to assist! Our main goal is for our customers to be healthy and if they can take care of a mold problem safely on their own, we’ll always explain the steps they need to take!
Cathy S.
09/2018
5.0
Explained everything ahead of time, arrived on schedule, very professional, cleaned up before leaving. Got rid of mold.
Description of Work: Getting rid of mold in 3 season porch.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
Response from Mold Solutions
I’m glad we were able to explain our services and answer any questions you may have had. Thanks for taking the time to leave a review!
Jeff E.
08/2018
5.0
I spoke to someone from the office who was very helpful and knowledgeable about mold and the various testing processes. They helped me understand a lot more about the potential problems and were even forthright about the limitations of testing, etc. I didn't end up hiring them to perform air testing in the end, but I definitely recommend reaching out to them if you suspect you may need testing or just professional input.
Description of Work: Mold testing
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
Response from Mold Solutions
Hi [Member Name Removed]. We appreciate you taking the time to comment on our service. Glad we could give you some insight on mold to use as a future reference if needed.
Lucas C.
06/2018
5.0
This company sent out a very honest technician who, instead of just selling me services I didn't need, educated me about when mold problems really need professional help. He had deemed that my problem was not severe enough and saved me a lot of money in the process. He also took the time to explain what to look for to know when I really needed someone to come out, and left his number to call in case I had any questions or ran into a bigger problem.
Description of Work: Mold evaluation on water damaged area
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
4.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
Response from Mold Solutions
I’m glad we were able to assess the situation. Thank you for taking the time to leave a review!
Sarah S.
06/2018
5.0
air duct cleaning
+ -1 more
Mold Solutions provided excellent service and work to remediate mold from a cracked foundation. Every step of the way, communication was excellent. They were on point with their estimate and very timely in their work. The technicians were very conscientious and thorough. I would highly recommend Mold Solutions!
Description of Work: Mold remediation, sanitization, and duct cleaning
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$2,500
Response from Mold Solutions
Thank you for such a great review! I’m glad we were able to resolve the issue and in a timely manner!
Diana L.
03/2018
5.0
Eddie actually was able to come early. He thoroughly checked out the room for possible mold. It had water damage a long time ago and we were concerned that there might be mold behind the plywood walls. After explaining what he was looking for, he concluded that it was very unlikely that we had mold. He was very patient and professional in explaining his conclusion.
Description of Work: We needed to know if we had mold in a room in our basement.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
professionalism
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
Response from Mold Solutions
We are very happy to hear that you were satisfied with Eddie. Thanks for taking the time to comment. We truly appreciate it.
KURT S.
01/2018
5.0
Michael went above and beyond helping me wrap my arms around a mold issue at a home we are considering purchasing. We was very knowledgable and offered practical advice to correct and prevent future mold problems. I hope I never need his advice again, but he would be the first person I would call if I encounter mold again.
Description of Work: Mold remediation advice.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
Response from Mold Solutions
Thank you for your review! I'm glad we were able to help!
Dimitra P.
11/2017
5.0
Eddie was prompt, professional and patient. He answered all my questions and didn’t try to sell me on expensive tests that I did not need. If I do have a mold issue in the future, they will be my first call.
Description of Work: Needed a professional to come out an assess a corner of my crawl space.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
Response from Mold Solutions
I'm so glad we could help! Thank you for the review!
Joe I.
10/2017
5.0
Had them come out an do an inspection. They were completely willing to work with us on things. Ed took time during the inspection to tell us all about mold and how to prevent it and what we can do if it happens. He was definitely not pushy and trying to make a sale. As new home owners his expertise and professionalism were very refreshing. He suggested that we do a couple other things before using their services, which is why I'm giving them such a high ranking. We'll definitely use them in the future if the need arises, for no other reason than we trust them.
Description of Work: We weren't really sure what needed to be done. We have a funky smell in our finished attic that comes and goes. And there is a mildew smell in the basement that seems too strong to just be mildew. We couldn't see any mold when looking around, but were pretty sure we could smell it.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
Response from Mold Solutions
We love Ed! I'm glad he could help with your mold issues and you were happy with the results. Thanks for taking the time to leave a review!
Claire B.
10/2017
5.0
Well. Adam was punctual and professional.
Description of Work: Preventive mold testing in basement and exterior of house.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$399
Response from Mold Solutions
We're so glad you were happy with the work completed by Mold Solutions! Thanks for taking the time to leave a review!
Andy H.
09/2017
5.0
home inspection
+ -1 more
The crew arrived as scheduled for both the estimate and performance of the work. They were meticulous in protecting the carpeting the surrounding area and sealed the offending area off sercurely. Their estimate was thorough and professional in its scope, and the work was consistent with the estimate. This was not an inexpensive proposition, but I am convinced it was of good value for the work done.
Description of Work: I needed a 3 x 5 area of mold removed from a closet ceiling. I called the company and they were prompt to respond and schedule the work.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$1,000
Response from Mold Solutions
Thank you for taking the time to leave a review! We appreciate our customers and I'm glad you were happy with the work!
Maurya O.
08/2017
5.0
Punctual, professional and friendly. They will always be our first call regarding anything mold related.
Description of Work: Mold remediation in bathroom.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$1,350
Response from Mold Solutions
I'm glad we could help! Thanks for taking the time to leave us a review!
Tracy F.
08/2017
5.0
I have started a contract situation with them. I picked them based on how thorough they were. Based on that, they have been fantastic. They have been an "A" for everything.
Description of Work: They gave me an estimate for mold testing.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$1,250
Response from Mold Solutions
I'm glad you're happy with our work! Thanks so much for taking the time to leave a review. We appreciate customers like you!
Tracy F.
08/2017
5.0
Ed Fox of Mold Solutions was PHENOMENAL! I had several Angie's List vendors come out to estimate/bid on the work. Ed's inspection was so above and beyond any of the other vendors, that I was completely blown away. He was patient with all my questions, used various techniques to see where there was moisture in the walls, made recommendations for things that we needed and even things that we did NOT need. Before he even showed me the video of how their product works, I was convinced this was the company I wanted to do business with. His estimate for the work was swift (same day) and even before the other vendor estimates arrived, I agreed to the work with them. This is a HUGE deal for me, because I am a big time comparison/bargain shopper and wait for all estimates before I make a decision. They were always super professional and pleasant to work with. They accommodated my schedule changes and showed up on time on the day of my appointment. The work done far exceeded my expectations and I would highly recommend that you use Mold Solutions for any remediation work that you need. The places where there was mold, now look brand new!
Description of Work: Mold Remediation
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$120
Response from Mold Solutions
We love Ed! I'm so happy you were pleased with our services. Thank you for taking the time to leave us a review!
Christina S.
06/2017
5.0
During my home inspection the inspector saw possible mold in the attic and strongly suggested I get a mold inspection. Mold Solutions was able to schedule me for an 8am appointment two days later and walked me through several options. When it came time to schedule the work they again accommodated my schedule and were early both days.
Description of Work: mold remediation & preventive
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$1,619
Response from Mold Solutions
We pride ourselves on being punctual and getting the work completed in a safe and helpful manner! I'm glad we were able to help you. Thank you for taking the time to leave a review!
STEVEN M.
05/2017
5.0
It could not have gone any better. Our circumstances were challenging for personal reasons. All of the people we dealt with at Mold Solutions were professional and kind. They could not have been more responsive and accommodating to our needs. When you think of their price, you have to think of the value that they bring to a situation like this. Perhaps you could find a cheaper price. But that would be a big mistake in my opinion. Also, we had a large attic, which made it more costly for us than perhaps for others. Our backs were against the wall and they really delivered in an incredible and amazing way. Thank you very much to all the people at Mold Solutions!
Description of Work: We had a mold problem in our home attic. We opted to do the remediation as well as the protective coating advised by Mold Solutions.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$4,800
Response from Mold Solutions
I'[Member Information Removed] so glad we were able to help with your situation! Thank you for taking the time to leave a review!
Janet Z.
05/2017
5.0
The man from Mold Solutions came out and looked at our bathroom wall. He said the blistering and bubbling was NOT mold. We were very grateful.
Description of Work: We had an area on our bathroom wall that we thought was mold. The paint was bubbling and blistering.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
Response from Mold Solutions
We never want to do unnecessary testing or inspections if they aren't needed. Thank you for taking the time to leave a review!
ANNETTE J.
05/2017
5.0
Great! Exactly as described by their inspector!
Description of Work: Removal of condensation water stains in the attic
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
Response from Mold Solutions
I'm glad you were happy with our work! Thank you for taking the time to leave a review!
Lynn L.
05/2017
5.0
I can't say enough about Ed Maholovich and Mold Solutions! It is very scary to find mold in your home and I absolutely feel this company was outstanding from start to finish. Ed very calmly and thoroughly explained "mold" and different types, causes etc. Talked me through what he found in the attic,- never any "scare" tactics etc. Explained options, time frames and overall service after documenting the extent of the mold and size of the attic. Also explained how weather impacts mold and attic spaces which I found helpful with the wacky weather Chicago is having this year. He also was able to put my mind at ease by giving me not only a rough estimate of mold remediation costs but also a "ballpark" cost for the improvements needed to ventilate the attic. This set my mind at ease as I had no idea how costly all this work would be. Ed was confident that my problem came from too high of humidity in the home and less than adequate ventilation. During attic inspection Ed was able to list for me the possible attic and humidifier improvements to help minimize this happening again and also helped me decide the approach I wanted to use. My husband and I decided on a multi-staged process to get rid of the mold (remediation), and sanitizing for preventative. The sanitizing required correction of attic ventilation issues to insure the mold does not reoccur so Mold Solutions was also able to refer me to a company to get an attic fan and new soffit vents installed. (That company, also reviewed on AL was excellent also!) I received the Mold Solutions Proposal that day via email and then called to schedule work. Mold Solutions crew arrived promptly each time and explained the process, noises, smells etc. Crew was professional and left without a trace they had been in my home. I opted to both remediate and sanitize the attic with a preventative which comes with a 10 Year product Warranty. The attic roof literally looks brand new and there is no trace mold has ever been a problem in the attic!
Description of Work: Found mold spread across much of our attic roof area. Needed to diagnose the problem and get rid of it!
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$2,400
Response from Mold Solutions
We love Ed! I'm so happy you're pleased with our work! Thanks for taking the time to leave a review!
Rand H.
04/2017
5.0
Had some mold in my attic, mold solutions came out and Adam did a great job explaining my issues, was very honest about everything and explained the process very well. They were one of 4 estimates and I was very impressed with them. Only reason we didn't go with them was the price was higher than the other estimates.
Description of Work: Mold Remediation in attic
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
Response from Mold Solutions
I'm sorry our prices didn't work out for you, but I'm glad you were pleased with Adam. Hopefully you won't have mold issues again but if you do, I hope you keep us in mind and we can work out a budget that works for you. Thank you for taking the time to leave a review!
Pam P.
04/2017
5.0
This company is fantastic. In the initial consultation, they determined the root of the problem as a lack of proper ventilation in our attic. They offered us several options for the mold remediation, but actually suggested the least expensive option, and told us to take the difference and apply it to getting the ventilation issue fixed. I really appreciate a company that doesn't push the most expensive option just because it will bring them more money. I felt they really cared about our dilemma and were happy to help us solve the problem in the most cost-efficient way. The gentlemen who came to actually do the work, were very considerate of our home and took their shoes off every time they came back from a trip out to their vehicle. They were good at informing us about what to expect from the treatment, and they were done within the timeframe given to us at the time of scheduling. I had to sneak a peek of the attic when we got back home and the attic was mold-free already. I would definitely recommend this company!
Description of Work: We found mold growing in our attic and Mold Solutions provided mold remediation for that issue.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
Response from Mold Solutions
I'm glad we were able to help! Thanks for taking the time to leave a review on Angie's List!
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Service Categories
Air Duct Cleaning,
Roofing,
Drywall,
Home inspection,
General Remodeling,
Carpet Cleaning,
Mold Testing & Remediation,
Solar Panels
FAQ
Mold Solutions is currently rated 4.9 overall out of 5.
Sunday: Closed
Monday: 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM
Tuesday: 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM
Wednesday: 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM
Thursday: 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM
Friday: 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM
Saturday: Closed
Mold Solutions accepts the following forms of payment: Check,Discover,MasterCard,Visa
No, Mold Solutions does not offer free project estimates.