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Mold Test Company IL

PO Box 14
4.12(
88
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Approved Pro

Mold Test Company IL

PO Box 14
4.12(
88
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: True professional
360 local quotes requested
17 years of experience

When you have mold, making the correct decisions right away is critical. Whether it’s mold in your home, school, place of work or apartment there are many factors to consider. Are you going to be involved in a Mold Lawsuit? Will you be seeking property damages? Is anyone sick from mold exposure? Will you be seeking medical damages? Will you need expert witnesses? If so, what kind? Do you just want to test to be sure your environment is safe? Do you need Post Mold Remediation Testing to ensure a good job was done? These and other factors are questions which need to be answered before any environmental testing starts. It’s important to know what your goals are and why your testing. Different goals require different environmental tests, i.e. medical damages & property damages require different environmental tests to prove your case in court. Tests that a common or inexperienced mold inspector would not

"Great job!"

Marc R on July 2025

When you have mold, making the correct decisions right away is critical. Whether it’s mold in your home, school, place of work or apartment there are many factors to consider. Are you going to be involved in a Mold Lawsuit? Will you be seeking property damages? Is anyone sick from mold exposure? Will you be seeking medical damages? Will you need expert witnesses? If so, what kind? Do you just want to test to be sure your environment is safe? Do you need Post Mold Remediation Testing to ensure a good job was done? These and other factors are questions which need to be answered before any environmental testing starts. It’s important to know what your goals are and why your testing. Different goals require different environmental tests, i.e. medical damages & property damages require different environmental tests to prove your case in court. Tests that a common or inexperienced mold inspector would not

"Great job!"

Marc R on July 2025


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911 Restoration of Southern Illinois

11580 Highway 37
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911 Restoration of Southern Illinois

11580 Highway 37
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10 years of experience

911 Restoration of Southern Illinois is a full-scale water damage cleanup restoration company offering you peace of mind after a disaster. We provide water damage restoration, sanitization, mold removal, fire & smoke damage, reconstruction and everything in between with 24/7 availability. Take precautionary actions during the coronavirus. Our techs are trained to sanitize and clean your property with disinfection solutions and follow CDC and EPA protocols. Disasters can happen anytime due to pipe bursts, flood damage, roof leaks, storm damage or other water damage-related emergencies. Fortunately, our IICRC-certified techs will rapidly respond within 45 minutes to handle any water related emergency and help minimize damage.

911 Restoration of Southern Illinois is a full-scale water damage cleanup restoration company offering you peace of mind after a disaster. We provide water damage restoration, sanitization, mold removal, fire & smoke damage, reconstruction and everything in between with 24/7 availability. Take precautionary actions during the coronavirus. Our techs are trained to sanitize and clean your property with disinfection solutions and follow CDC and EPA protocols. Disasters can happen anytime due to pipe bursts, flood damage, roof leaks, storm damage or other water damage-related emergencies. Fortunately, our IICRC-certified techs will rapidly respond within 45 minutes to handle any water related emergency and help minimize damage.



Global Priority Cleanup

7S731 Granart Road
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Global Priority Cleanup

7S731 Granart Road
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14 years of experience

Global Priority Clean-Up, Inc. proudly services the Midwest including Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Wisconsin and Michigan, with our professional and rapid Biohazard Recovery and Decontamination Services.

Global Priority Clean-Up, Inc. proudly services the Midwest including Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Wisconsin and Michigan, with our professional and rapid Biohazard Recovery and Decontamination Services.


Custom Construction & Remodeling

475 E Court Street - Suite 83
1.00(
2
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Custom Construction & Remodeling

475 E Court Street - Suite 83
1.00(
2
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27 years of experience

Custom Construction is a Licensed and Insured FULL SERVICE DESIGN and BUILD Company and General Contractor with a wide range of experience. Interior to Exterior, from A to Z one call does it all. Let our dedicated team of experts make your dreams come true. We handle all types of remodeling. We accept all major credit cards and offer financing for quailifed clients. Emergency 24/7 services available

Custom Construction is a Licensed and Insured FULL SERVICE DESIGN and BUILD Company and General Contractor with a wide range of experience. Interior to Exterior, from A to Z one call does it all. Let our dedicated team of experts make your dreams come true. We handle all types of remodeling. We accept all major credit cards and offer financing for quailifed clients. Emergency 24/7 services available


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GPS

214 E. Birch
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GPS

214 E. Birch
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18 years of experience

GPS offers certified and guaranteed mold remediation, inspections, and prevention. We use a non-toxic process and offer the best prices in th area. Owner operated and fully insured. Certified through PMII, NAMRI, OSHA, Safe Mold Solutions Inc., and the EPA.

GPS offers certified and guaranteed mold remediation, inspections, and prevention. We use a non-toxic process and offer the best prices in th area. Owner operated and fully insured. Certified through PMII, NAMRI, OSHA, Safe Mold Solutions Inc., and the EPA.



Solutions Contracting

1173 BAinbridge St
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Solutions Contracting

1173 BAinbridge St
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19 years of experience

Solutions Contracting is dedicated to provide home and buisness owners with high quality construction, remodeling, and small project solutions, that are customized to our customers needs and wants. Solutions Contracting is certified to provide roofing and lead paint renovation services in Illinois. Although we are located in Barry Illinois we serve the entire west central Illinois area.

Solutions Contracting is dedicated to provide home and buisness owners with high quality construction, remodeling, and small project solutions, that are customized to our customers needs and wants. Solutions Contracting is certified to provide roofing and lead paint renovation services in Illinois. Although we are located in Barry Illinois we serve the entire west central Illinois area.


"I don't understand these poor ratings. My company has worked with ServiceMaster for years. Larry and his entire team really care about what they do and do a wonderful job. They've helped me with cleaning projects and carpet cleaning. I've also attended a few of their seminars and they have been very helpful."

Sally P on June 2023

Cleaning Company

"I don't understand these poor ratings. My company has worked with ServiceMaster for years. Larry and his entire team really care about what they do and do a wonderful job. They've helped me with cleaning projects and carpet cleaning. I've also attended a few of their seminars and they have been very helpful."

Sally P on June 2023


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SERVPRO of Quincy

2808 Ellington Rd
3.50(
2
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SERVPRO of Quincy

2808 Ellington Rd
3.50(
2
)
Customers say: Super punctual
17 years of experience

SERVPRO of Quincy is a Locally Owned and Operated Fire & Water - Cleanup & Restoration Company. We are available 24/7/365 to respond to residential or commercial Emergency Fire & Water Damage. We specialize in Cleanup & Restoration, as well as Carpet Cleaning, Air Duct Cleaning, Biohazard Cleanup, Sewage Cleanup, All Contents Cleaning, and Mold Remediation. We also have a dedicated professional construction team for any size Construction, Reconstruction or Remodeling projects.

"Servpro came to clean our carpets in 2 bedrooms and a stairwell. The carpets looked awesome and they were there when scheduled. The price was great for the job they did . Will see them next year !"

Kathy M on July 2023

SERVPRO of Quincy is a Locally Owned and Operated Fire & Water - Cleanup & Restoration Company. We are available 24/7/365 to respond to residential or commercial Emergency Fire & Water Damage. We specialize in Cleanup & Restoration, as well as Carpet Cleaning, Air Duct Cleaning, Biohazard Cleanup, Sewage Cleanup, All Contents Cleaning, and Mold Remediation. We also have a dedicated professional construction team for any size Construction, Reconstruction or Remodeling projects.

"Servpro came to clean our carpets in 2 bedrooms and a stairwell. The carpets looked awesome and they were there when scheduled. The price was great for the job they did . Will see them next year !"

Kathy M on July 2023

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Mold Testing and Remediation questions, answered by experts

A one-time leak can cause mold, but it depends on the severity of the leak, the humidity in your home, and other factors. If you catch the leak quickly and the damage is minor, you may not experience any mold. If the water soaks into absorbent materials like drywall and doesn’t dry quickly enough, though, mold will start to grow within 24 to 48 hours. If your home’s interior has a high humidity level, mold could set in within just 12 hours. It’s best to run a blower fan for 24 hours after a one-time leak to avoid mold growth.

Removing mold yourself can be dangerous. Always wear protective gear to cover your skin, face, and eyes, and wear a respiratory mask to protect your lungs. It is most recommended to only remove small areas of mold on your own and leave large mold growth to professionals. Mold growth can also be persistent. Without addressing the root cause, DIY surface cleaning can be ineffective and temporary.

A funky smell is the first indicator that mold or mildew is present in your home. You may also notice that you or your household members are suffering from increased allergies or respiratory issues. You should check the most obvious areas first—like your bathroom or anywhere there might be leaks—and if you still can’t locate the source, look under the floorboards. 

If no remediation work is done, mold can grow within 12-24 hours if wet, warm conditions prevail. To prevent mold growth, stop leaks as soon as you spot them and keep your basement as dry as possible. If you do notice mold in your basement, call a mold removal specialist near you to address the situation immediately.

Bathroom mold tends to reappear due to the persistent presence of moisture and humidity, creating the ideal conditions for its growth. Since bathrooms are inherently humid environments, without proper ventilation, moisture accumulates on surfaces, providing a continuous food source for mold spores. Mold spores are present in the air and settle on damp surfaces to start growing rapidly. Additionally, if the underlying causes of mold, such as plumbing leaks or inadequate sealing, are not addressed, mold will return even after removal. To avoid recurring issues, addressing the root cause by improving ventilation, fixing leaks, and maintaining a dry bathroom environment through regular cleaning and maintenance is essential.

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