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Mold Testing in Alexandria, VA
Samples taken in your home, analysed by an accredited laboratory. We do not sell remediation, so the report has nothing to sell you.
4.9 rating, over 4,000 reviews NAMRI-certified inspectors Serving City of Alexandria
What our customers say
From our customer reviews.
These guys were very professional. Showed up on time and completed a mold inspection on schedule.
I hired Next Day Inspect to do a mold inspection on two houses. Scheduling was easy.
I got the results of my mold inspection in a reasonable timeframe. No issues.
Polite, knowledgeable, friendly Quick results for just an air mold test
Booking service was easy. The technician was friendly and efficient. Recommend for mold testing.
How much does mold testing cost in Alexandria?
Four options, depending on how much of the home you need looked at. Not sure which one fits? Start with the thirty minute visit and a technician will tell you what is actually worth testing. Decide to test while they are there and the visit is written up as a Mold Plus.
No sampling
Mold Walk & Talk
"Something feels off and I do not know if testing is worth it."
$175
30 minutes on site
- Time with an environmental technician
- Moisture meter and thermal camera
- Findings explained on the spot
- Each additional 30 minutes $95
- No samples or laboratory work
One area, tested
Mold Basic
"I can see it, or I know exactly where to look."
$345
One targeted area, 1 to 2 hours
- Indoor sample plus outdoor comparison
- Accredited laboratory analysis
- Written laboratory report
- Additional samples $95 each
One area, plus the source
Mold Plus
"There was a leak and I want to know where the water went."
$495
One targeted area, 1 to 2 hours
- Everything in Mold Basic
- Moisture and thermal evaluation of the area
- Read Your Mold Report guide
- Each additional area $50 plus its $95 sample
The whole home
Mold Advanced
"It could be anywhere, or it keeps coming back."
From $550
Priced by home size, 1 to 2 hours
- Whole home moisture and thermal evaluation
- Sampling in the areas that call for it
- Read Your Mold Report guide
- Post-remediation re-test $295 held 3 months
* Prices shown are for Virginia and Maryland. In Washington DC, Mold Basic is $425, Mold Plus is $575, and Mold Advanced starts at $630. Mold Walk & Talk is $175 everywhere.
Where moisture can hide in Alexandria homes
An Alexandria mold testing visit should start with the affected room and the water history, whether the property is a house in Old Town or Del Ray, or a condominium elsewhere in the city. Tell us if the issue is a cellar odor, a ceiling stain or visible growth.
Describe prior flooding, plumbing repairs, dehumidifier use and any recent cleaning or repainting. The technician can inspect accessible surfaces and discuss whether air or surface samples would answer your question. If the suspected source is behind a finished wall, note that access is limited unless the owner arranges a separate investigation.
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Below-grade cellars near the river
Water can enter below-grade rooms through several routes. Record rainfall, pump operation and plumbing incidents so groundwater is considered alongside other possible sources.
02
Historic brick with modern finishes
Interior insulation and finishes change how a masonry wall dries. Tell us what was added and when, particularly if an odor began after renovation.
03
New build envelope details
A stain near a new window or roof junction warrants a closer look at the surrounding materials. Ventilation and indoor humidity also belong in that assessment.
Where we test in Alexandria, and what to tell us
Old Town Alexandria
In a cellar or lower-level room, note where staining appears and whether it follows rain. Brick condition and interior finishes are useful clues, not a diagnosis.
Del Ray, Rosemont
For a bungalow or an extended house, identify crawlspace access and changes made during renovation. A concealed connection may need further investigation beyond non-invasive testing.
Cameron Station, Potomac Yard, Potomac Greens, The West End
In a newer home or shared building, bring details of window leaks, balcony repairs or plumbing incidents. A targeted concern can be evaluated without assuming widespread damage.
We only perform testing, not remediation.
We do not remove mold, so we have nothing to gain from your results. If your report shows a problem, you choose who fixes it. Once the work is done, we can test again and tell you what we find.
Before you book mold testing in Virginia
Tell us which room or unit is affected, what you can see or smell, and the history of any water entry, drying or repairs. Ask which package includes the evaluation or laboratory samples needed for your question. If you need a report for a sale or repair deadline, confirm appointment options and expected laboratory turnaround with the office before relying on that date.
Mold testing near Alexandria
Mold testing in Alexandria, answered straight
Can you test a historic Old Town property without disturbing it?
Air sampling uses a pump, and a surface sample can be collected from an accessible area. A standard visit does not involve opening walls or drilling into historic fabric. Describe delicate finishes when booking, and we will explain access limits and any concern that needs a separate investigation.
My Alexandria basement smells musty but I cannot see anything. Is that worth testing?
A persistent musty odor is a reason to investigate moisture even without a visible patch. Tell us whether the Alexandria basement smells after rain, during cooling season or continuously. Sampling may help answer a defined question, but a single air sample cannot locate every concealed source or certify a room as safe.
There was water in our Alexandria basement after a storm. What should I prepare?
Record when water entered, how long materials stayed damp, and what drying or repairs occurred. Identify rooms that remain musty or stained. During a mold testing visit, the technician can assess accessible moisture conditions and discuss whether samples would answer a current question.
What does a mold inspection in Alexandria include, and can it find a leak?
A Mold Walk & Talk visit looks at accessible moisture concerns without samples or laboratory work. Mold testing packages include the sampling and report described in each package. Compare our mold inspection and testing options, then schedule your Alexandria visit. The report can document observations and test results within the agreed scope. A source hidden behind a wall or in a neighboring unit may require further investigation. Share leak and repair records before the visit; a laboratory result alone does not trace a leak.
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NextDay Inspect
46179 Westlake Dr, Ste 200, Sterling, VA 20165
(703) 450-6398