Find Out What Is Actually In Your Air.
Before we recommend any IAQ equipment, we test. A real indoor air quality test measures particulates, VOCs, CO, CO2, humidity, and (when warranted) mold spore counts. You leave with a written report showing what is high, what is normal, and which problems are actually worth solving. No guesswork, no fear-based upsells.
- Particulate, VOC, CO, CO2
- Humidity and temperature mapping
- Written report
- Recommendations rooted in data
What's included in a Air Quality Testing
Here is what we measure on a residential IAQ test, and how the report comes together.
PM2.5 and PM10 particulate
Real-time particulate counts at multiple points in the home. Tells us how much fine and coarse particulate your filtration is letting through. Useful for refinery exposure, smoke, and cooking emissions.
VOC and formaldehyde
Total VOC and formaldehyde measurement. Identifies off-gassing from new flooring, furniture, paint, or cabinetry, plus chemical exposures from cleaning products or attached garages.
CO and CO2
Carbon monoxide as a safety check (any nonzero reading indoors is a problem). CO2 as a ventilation indicator. Pearland homes built tight after 2010 often have high CO2 by mid-afternoon, which causes drowsiness and headaches.
Humidity and temperature mapping
Humidity at multiple points and times. Identifies areas of moisture concentration that lead to mold growth.
Mold spore sampling (when warranted)
If we see visible growth or have reason to suspect hidden mold, we can take an air sample sent to an accredited lab. We do not push this on every test, only when the data calls for it.
Written report
Every reading on a printed (and emailed) report, with EPA and ASHRAE comparison ranges. Specific recommendations rooted in the numbers, with cost estimates if equipment is warranted.
When testing is the right first step
A lot of IAQ companies sell purifiers without ever measuring the air. We start with measurement so the recommendation matches the actual problem in your home.
- Allergy or asthma symptoms that worsen indoors
- Recent renovation, new flooring, or new furniture
- Persistent musty, chemical, or burnt smells
- New or worsening respiratory symptoms in the home
- Concern about refinery exposure or proximity to busy roads
- Considering buying or selling a home and want a baseline
- Smoker or pet odor that you cannot fully clean out
- Family member with chemical sensitivity, autoimmune, or immune-compromised condition
How a visit works
Five steps. No surprises. Same on your first call as your fiftieth.
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Schedule the test
Most tests are 90 minutes to 2 hours on site, scheduled at a time of day when the home is in normal operation. We can schedule mornings, afternoons, or evenings.
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Walk-through and equipment check
A technician walks the home, looks at the HVAC system and ductwork, and identifies likely sources of the issues you mentioned.
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Live measurements at multiple locations
PM2.5/PM10, VOC, formaldehyde, CO, CO2, humidity, temperature taken in main living spaces, bedrooms, kitchen, and near the HVAC return. Mold spore samples taken if warranted.
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Written report on your kitchen counter
Numbers compared to EPA and ASHRAE recommended ranges, with red/yellow/green flags and specific recommendations. Lab results follow within 5 to 7 business days if mold sampling was done.
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Optional follow-up
If equipment is warranted, you get a quote alongside the report. If the air is fine and you do not need anything, we tell you that too. The test is the deliverable, not a sales pitch.
What Pearland neighbors are saying
"Renovated our kitchen and started getting headaches. Their test showed elevated formaldehyde from the new cabinets. They recommended ramped-up ventilation for 6 months while it off-gassed. No headaches since. Saved us from buying a $3,000 air purifier we did not need."
"Tested the house before buying. Found high CO2 (poor ventilation) and high VOCs from the previous owner's flooring. We negotiated a $4,000 credit at closing and used it to fix both. Worth every dollar."
"They came out, ran the test, and said our air was fine. No upsell, no equipment recommendation, just the readings. Refreshing."
Frequently asked
How much does an indoor air quality test cost?
Standard residential test is $349 (live measurements only). With one mold spore sample sent to lab, $549. Multiple samples or unusual scope, custom quote. Comfort Club members get $50 off.
How long does the test take?
90 minutes to 2 hours on site for live readings. Lab results, if mold sampling is done, take 5 to 7 business days. The written report covers everything in one document.
Will the test recommend products?
Only if the data supports it. We do not push purifiers, dehumidifiers, or UV unless your readings show those will solve a measurable problem. About 1 in 4 tests we run results in no equipment recommendation, which is the right outcome.
Is this the same as a home inspection?
No, this is specifically an indoor air quality test. We do not look at structural items, electrical, or plumbing. If you want a full home inspection, hire a TREC-licensed home inspector. We can refer one we trust.
Can you find hidden mold?
We can flag situations where hidden mold is likely (high humidity in a wall cavity, musty smell with no visible source, elevated mold spore counts). Confirming the presence and location of hidden mold typically requires a mold inspector with a moisture meter and an infrared camera. We can refer one if the data calls for it.
Will the report help me prove a problem to my landlord or builder?
It is a documented test from a licensed HVAC company with a printed and emailed report. It is reasonable evidence in a maintenance dispute, but it is not a legal mold remediation report. For legal proceedings, you typically want a separately accredited inspector.