A Real Spect specialty — thorough mold inspection and indoor air quality testing to protect your family's health and catch hidden moisture problems before they spread.
A mold and indoor air quality inspection identifies mold growth, the moisture that feeds it, and the airborne conditions that affect the health of everyone living in the home. Rather than stopping at what's visible, it looks at the whole picture — where moisture collects, how the home breathes, and what that means for the air inside.
This is a Real Spect specialty. Mold and poor indoor air quality can trigger real health problems — and they often point to hidden moisture issues working away behind walls, under floors, and in basements and crawlspaces. Catching those conditions early protects both your family and the home itself.
Eric D. Smith performs mold and indoor air quality inspections throughout De Soto and Southern Illinois. With more than 9,000 inspections completed over 29 years, and every inspection following the American Society of Home Inspectors (ASHI) Standards of Practice, he gives you a clear, honest read on your home's air — explained in plain language you can actually use.
A Real Spect mold and indoor air quality inspection evaluates the conditions that most affect the health of your home.
Identification of visible mold growth in living spaces, basements, attics, and other areas where it commonly takes hold.
The moisture-prone areas — baths, kitchens, basements, and crawlspaces — where mold problems tend to start and spread.
An assessment of the indoor air quality so you understand the conditions you and your family are breathing every day.
Review of ventilation and humidity levels — the factors that decide whether a home stays dry and healthy or invites mold.
Mold and poor indoor air quality aren't just a comfort issue — they can affect the health of everyone in the home, especially children, older adults, and anyone with allergies or respiratory conditions.
Just as important, mold is a symptom. Where there's mold, there's moisture — and hidden moisture is where the expensive problems begin, from rot to structural damage. Finding it early tells you what needs attention before it turns into a major repair.
Whether you're buying a home and want to know what you're walking into, or you're a current homeowner who's noticed a musty smell or a past water problem, a mold and air quality inspection gives you the facts — so you can act with confidence instead of guessing.
Your inspection delivers an on-site, computer-generated report that's free of technical jargon and easy to understand.
From your first phone call to final report delivery, here's exactly what to expect.
Call 618-924-1982 or use our contact form. We'll answer your questions and offer a free, no-commitment cost consultation.
Eric evaluates the home for mold, moisture, and air quality, following ASHI Standards of Practice. You're encouraged to attend.
You receive an on-site, computer-generated report with clear findings, photos, and recommendations you can actually use.
Questions after the report? Eric provides post-inspection consultation and honest advice on your next steps.
Real Spect looks for visible mold growth, checks the moisture-prone areas where mold tends to start, and assesses the home's indoor air quality along with ventilation and humidity. You receive a plain-language report documenting what was found and clear recommendations for any concerns.
Often, yes. Mold frequently grows in places you can't easily see — behind walls, under flooring, in crawlspaces, and inside HVAC systems. A musty smell, past water damage, or high humidity are all reasons to have the air and moisture conditions checked even when nothing is visible.
Mold needs moisture to grow, so it almost always traces back to a water source — a leak, poor drainage, high humidity, or inadequate ventilation. That's why a Real Spect inspection looks closely at moisture sources: addressing the water problem is the key to solving the mold problem.
Yes. Indoor air quality is a core part of this inspection — it's not just a visual mold check. Eric assesses the conditions affecting the air you breathe, including ventilation and humidity, so you understand the overall health of your home's indoor environment.
Real Spect Home Inspections is based in De Soto and serves communities across Southern Illinois — including Anna, Benton, Carbondale, Cartersville, Du Quoin, Herrin, Pinckneyville, and West Frankfort. Give us a call to confirm your area.
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