WHY TEST INDOOR AIR QUALITY?
Your average Montrealer spends about 85% of their time indoors.
This air you spend so much time breathing in and out affects your health and wellbeing. And unfortunately, indoor air is often more contaminated and polluted than outdoor air.
Infants, Children and the Elderly are Especially Vulnerable to the Hazards of Poor Indoor Air Quality
Consequences include asthma, allergies and even more serious breathing and health problems.
With Mose, you can definitively find out the indoor air quality of your home or prospective home with our Indoor Air Quality testing.
Which Chemicals & Pollutants Do We Test For?
We test for 400 Volatile Organic Chemicals (VOCs).
VOCs are harmful chemicals released by many of the products and materials we have in our homes, both when in use and even when stored.
Most VOCs can’t be detected by smell and their concentrations can be up to 100 times higher indoors than outdoors.
They are released as gases from solids or liquids and easily evaporate into the air at room temperature. They can cause allergies and asthma, and trigger asthma attacks
Common VOCs include:
Common sources of VOCs include:
How Does the Indoor Air Quality Test Work?
Your Mose inspector will collect home air quality samples using a specialized test kit.
The sample will be sent to a laboratory and tested for 400 VOCs, including formaldehyde, and VOCs produced by actively growing mould and tobacco smoke.
You will receive a detailed report on the VOCs in the indoor air of the property inspected and their likely sources.
Active Moulds
Moulds are microscopic fungi that can be found almost anywhere, both indoors and outdoors.
Mould grows mainly in warm, damp, and humid conditions. They release spores into the air, which travel to new areas and grow. When mould is in an active growth phase, it also releases gases called mould Volatile Organic Compounds (MVOCs). Not all of these gases can be detected by smell.
Mould can grow on wood and insulation, in carpet, and even within walls where it can continue to grow undetected (e.g. if damp or wet drywall becomes moist and is not dried out within 2 days).
We’ve seen mould grow in or around:
How We Can Help You
Your Mose inspector will use mould testing equipment that detects hidden mould growing behind walls, ceilings and flooring without opening walls. This prevents the mould from being disturbed and therefore spreading.
Our testing equipment detects actively growing mould, not single mould spores.
Formaldehyde
Formaldehyde is a chemical commonly used in the manufacture of building materials and numerous household products.
At room temperature, formaldehyde vaporizes into the air and can potentially cause serious health problems. It is also released into the air as a by-product of the combustion processes i.e. when you burn things such as natural gas, wood, gasoline, or tobacco.
It is a known human carcinogen (cancer-causing substance), classified as a Hazardous Air Pollutant (HAP) by the EPA. Every home should therefore be tested for the presence of this toxic chemical.
The most significant sources of formaldehyde in homes are:
Formaldehyde released into the air can cause a variety of health problems, including:
High concentrations of formaldehyde can also trigger asthma attacks.
Tobacco Smoke
As part of your Indoor Air Quality test, your Mose inspector will test for chemical compounds in:
Tobacco smoke contains over 4,000 chemical compounds. Many are released at low levels or, like nicotine, aren’t volatile enough to stay in the air for long. This makes detecting VOCs from tobacco smoke a challenge.
Is Your Home or Prospective Home Truly Smoke-free?
To overcome the challenges of detecting VOCs from tobacco smoke, your Mose inspector will use sophisticated sample collection and analysis methodologies.
This ensures the detection of tobacco VOCs in the 0.1 ng/L range. Your Mose inspector will isolate specific chemical markers identified by cutting-edge research as present when tobacco is or has been burned.
Together, this will give you a definitive answer on whether your current or prospective home is smoke-free.
A thorough inspection carried out by a qualified inspector who is a member of the Quebec Provincial Association of Home Builders (APCHQ)
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Speedy service with reports generated within 2-3 days of an inspection
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A clear, concise and comprehensive home inspection report with illustrations, photos and an informative overview
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Over 20 years of industry experience
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Free telephone support (for homeowners)
Why Our Clients Choose Us
I like the service from Alexander Funhstein, he was on time, and took the time to explain every single detail despite the wind and cold weather. He didn't rush to perform the inspection, he pays attention to every detail. The report was very written in a very clear way with references with good explanation. I'm very please with the results, therefore I will be recommending the services from MOSE Home Inspection to anyone who will be interested in performing an inspection. I will also post a feedback on Google to compensate on the perception for the inspector.
D.C. Pierrefonds, QC
Professional reception when I called to make an appointment and and time-slot was quickly reserved. Inspector was knowledgeable, friendly and took care of my needs without getting distracted by the seller. The inspector was also smart enough to keep certain comments to himself until he and I were alone, very appreciated and extremely professional. All in all, a great experience. Report is clear and concise.
N.N. Lachine, QC
This is the second time we've hired Mose Inspection Services. Both times, we have been very pleased with the professionalism and knowledge of the inspectors: their punctuality, thoroughness, and easy to understand explanations of key issues. The reports are detailed yet simple to understand. The inclusion of estimated costs is very important.
Isabel Brinck Verdun, QC
"Carol was professional, very meticulous in her inspection and overall great person. She explained every step of the way issues that needed to be addressed in simple terms. I highly recommend her. Thank you Carol."
Vanessa V
"Carol is not only an excellent inspector, she is an excellent person. I feel incredibly fortunate not only to have had the inspection done by her, but also to have met her. The inspection was fun and informative and thoroughly professional. She really knows her field! Thank you so much! Much gratitude!"
Ms. Su Schnee
"Friendly, explained everything as we went along, made it a point to show me all the report items in person, ran through them once again at the end, answered all questions - even those above and beyond the inspection."
Harsh Aurora
"Alex was very professional and detailed. He pointed out all the deficiencies in the building which lead me not to purchase this property. I am very satisfied with Alex's service"
Stefano Casoli
"The inspection was detailed and well documented. Gerry well communicated his findings throughout the inspection and took the time to answer any questions or concerns we had regarding the property."
Mathieu St-Martin
"Very friendly and patient inspector. Thank you for taking us around during the inspection and for explaining what was important to know and for answering all of our questions."
Sarah Halton
"Second time I've used Mose and I was as impressed as the first. For me my family's safety and my wallet are most important in buying a home. Mose took care of me for both."
Serge Dyotte
"Gerry was very professional, prompt, and answered all our questions. The very detailed report was delivered the day before it was promised! Excellent Job!"
Lori Paige
"Friendly customer service, great communication from the first call right through the the day of the inspection. The inspector was really friendly, helpful and provided lots of insight; he did not sugar coat anything! I am very confident in the inspection report we received and the services offered."
Teresa McKenna
"Was able to schedule in short notice, inspector was extremely knowledgeable and an excellent communicator."
Steve Rohde
"We are systematically repairing the house according to the report, and it is just amazing how much time we save and how easy it is because of the precision of the inspector's quotes."
Joel Montanez
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TESTIMONIALS Why Our Clients Choose Us
I like the service from Alexander Funhstein, he was on time, and took the time to explain every single detail despite the wind and cold weather. He didn't rush to perform the inspection, he pays attention to every detail. The report was very written in a very clear way with references with good explanation. I'm very please with the results, therefore I will be recommending the services from MOSE Home Inspection to anyone who will be interested in performing an inspection. I will also post a feedback on Google to compensate on the perception for the inspector.
D.C. Pierrefonds, QC
Professional reception when I called to make an appointment and and time-slot was quickly reserved. Inspector was knowledgeable, friendly and took care of my needs without getting distracted by the seller. The inspector was also smart enough to keep certain comments to himself until he and I were alone, very appreciated and extremely professional. All in all, a great experience. Report is clear and concise.
N.N. Lachine, QC
This is the second time we've hired Mose Inspection Services. Both times, we have been very pleased with the professionalism and knowledge of the inspectors: their punctuality, thoroughness, and easy to understand explanations of key issues. The reports are detailed yet simple to understand. The inclusion of estimated costs is very important.
Isabel Brinck Verdun, QC
"Carol was professional, very meticulous in her inspection and overall great person. She explained every step of the way issues that needed to be addressed in simple terms. I highly recommend her. Thank you Carol."
Vanessa V
"Carol is not only an excellent inspector, she is an excellent person. I feel incredibly fortunate not only to have had the inspection done by her, but also to have met her. The inspection was fun and informative and thoroughly professional. She really knows her field! Thank you so much! Much gratitude!"
Ms. Su Schnee
"Friendly, explained everything as we went along, made it a point to show me all the report items in person, ran through them once again at the end, answered all questions - even those above and beyond the inspection."
Harsh Aurora
"Alex was very professional and detailed. He pointed out all the deficiencies in the building which lead me not to purchase this property. I am very satisfied with Alex's service"
Stefano Casoli
"The inspection was detailed and well documented. Gerry well communicated his findings throughout the inspection and took the time to answer any questions or concerns we had regarding the property."
Mathieu St-Martin
"Very friendly and patient inspector. Thank you for taking us around during the inspection and for explaining what was important to know and for answering all of our questions."
Sarah Halton
"Second time I've used Mose and I was as impressed as the first. For me my family's safety and my wallet are most important in buying a home. Mose took care of me for both."
Serge Dyotte
"Gerry was very professional, prompt, and answered all our questions. The very detailed report was delivered the day before it was promised! Excellent Job!"
Lori Paige
"Charles was very professional and I saved a few thousand dollars just based on his work. Definitely worth every penny, probably saved me more money then I even realized was available. He also offered his opinions on general value in the house which we found very helpful!"
Matthew Peat
Charles was very friendly and honest. He gave us great advice and idea's that we will definitely use when we take possession of the property."
Patrizio Persichino
Charles was very friendly and honest. He gave us great advice and idea's that we will definitely use when we take possession of the property."
Patrizio Persichino
"Friendly customer service, great communication from the first call right through the the day of the inspection. The inspector was really friendly, helpful and provided lots of insight; he did not sugar coat anything! I am very confident in the inspection report we received and the services offered."
Teresa McKenna
"Was able to schedule in short notice, inspector was extremely knowledgeable and an excellent communicator."
Steve Rohde
"We are systematically repairing the house according to the report, and it is just amazing how much time we save and how easy it is because of the precision of the inspector's quotes."
Joel Montanez
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