If you are a homeowner, you know that mold, fire and water damage are real concerns. Mold, water and fire damage can create a huge burden for homeowners around the world, but preventative measures are usually recommended to ward off the threat from such an instance occurring.
Gerritsen Beach beware: A warm weather mold menace is feared in the Sandy-struck neighborhood
Home inspector’s are typically not experienced to inspect for mold. You should hire a true third party mold/indoor air quality testing firm in addition to your home inspector when buying a home.
Why should I ask to have an inspection done?
There are many reasons why you may decide to have your home or business inspected for mold:
I hear it from homeowners just about everyday, its a very hot topic with our clients here at Envision … “I hate this ugly popcorn ceiling, do you think it contains asbestos?, what are my options if it does contain asbestos? how do I go about having it tested for asbestos?” My answers are typically the same in every instance and are as follows:PHOENIX- After the series of storms that hit Arizona last week, the Arizona Department of Health Services (ADHS) and 
Arizona Division of Emergency Management (ADEM) encourage individuals and business owners to be aware of and take precautions against the growth of mold.
http://www.kvoa.com/news/state-warns-against-growth-of-mold-in-homes-businesses/
Youtube video with Dr.Dr. Elizabeth Vaughan explaining Toxic Black Mold Syndrome
Brand new house contains toxic mold. Built by Drees Homes.
A mold inspection includes the following:
• Detailed documentation of the history of the problem
• Visual inspection of all areas of concern utilizing thermal imaging technology
• Quantitative air, cavity (wall, floor, ceiling), and surface sampling