Homeland Environmental
Pennsylvania Services
Septic Evaluations
Expertise & Experience
With four locations and our in-house analysis labs that ensure fast and accurate results, we offer our inspection, testing, and sampling services to a wide variety of customers, including homeowners.

Our friendly and knowledgeable field teams are available seven days a week and offer the most comprehensive services, including sewer inspections, septic inspections, radon testing, well yield testing, water sampling, and mold inspections & sampling.
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Counties We Service
Home Land Environmental services the following areas in Pennsylvania:
  • Lancaster
  • York
Septic Inspections
Water Sampling
Well Yield Testing
Sewer Inspections
Radon Testing
Mold Sampling
Septic Inspections
How a Septic System Works

All water from the house, whether it’s from the sink, shower, toilet, or other water source, flows into the septic tank. The job of the tank is to trap the solids and let the cleaner water pass through to the drainage area. The tank needs to be pumped to remove these solids. If not maintained, they will build up and escape into the drainage area.

The water then goes to a distribution box (D-box), which evenly distributes the water to each drainfield or drywell. This box can become unleveled, pushing all the water to one particular drainfield, causing premature failure.

Drainfields are ditches approximately 60-100’ long, and differ in size and depth. A drainfield may be dug 6’ deep, then filled with 4’ of stone. The pipe runs from the distribution box to the drainfield pipe, which is a drain tile that has holes in the bottom. The water drips out of the pipe and into the stone. This stone is limestone, and it cleans the water as it passes into the ground and water table.

Potential Problems
•   Metal Tanks
•   Leaking Concrete Tanks
•   Slow drainage
•   Heavy solids in tanks
•   Faulty Pumps
•   Faulty Floats
•   Faulty Alarms
•   Broken Baffles
•   Full or nearly full drainfields and drywells
•   Unleveled distribution boxes
•   Clogged or broken lines

The Do's and Don'ts of Your Septic System
Septic Evaluation
Report available in 24 hours
PA counties we service
$395
PLEASE NOTE: The first foot of digging is included, if additional digging is necessary we charge $100 per foot. If a return trip/reinspection is needed, a $175 trip fee will be assessed.

Or, consider upgrading your septic evaluation to a Camera Septic Inspection, the most comprehensive septic inspection available. We use a high-tech, industrial-grade SeeSnake fiber-optic camera with 200 feet of fiber optic cable to detect problems like root infiltration and dips or breaks in your lines.

Most counties require you to have this type of inspection before they issue permits for building additional structures like decks, pools, home additions, etc. on your property.

Camera Septic Inspection
We will perform a standard septic evaluation as outlined above, with the addition of using a fiber-optic camera to view and record the front and back plumbing lines to learn about potential clogging points. This type of inspection also allows us to locate and inspect the distribution box, including excavation of the box up to 24 inches when accessible. This allows us check for cracks, breaks, separations, and root intrusion in the lines. It will also provide a more accurate location of the septic system to be determined.
$595

Our inspectors are trained by the Pennsylvania Septage Management Association (PSMA).  A PSMA hydraulic load test may be necessary under certain circumstances. There is no additional charge for a hydraulic load test in conjunction with a 3-hour well yield test.

During an Septic Evaluation we:

  • Locate and access the septic tank
  • Determine if the tank is composed of concrete, metal, or fiberglass
  • Determine if the water level in the tank is exactly where it should be
  • Determine if the back baffle is intact
  • Check flow from the house to the tank
  • If the septic system has a pump chamber, check the pump floats and alarms for functionality
  • Probe the outside of the septic tank to check for cracks/voids in the tank
  • Attempt to locate the absorption area using county records, then probe to determine if it functioning or failing

During a Camera Septic Evaluation we:

We perform a standard septic evaluation as outlined above, with the addition of using a fiber-optic camera to view and record the front and back plumbing lines to learn about potential clogging points. The inspection includes excavating the back end of the tank by hand and exposing the distribution box when accessible, provided these are within 30 inches of grade and do not have obstructions above their access lids.

This process usually takes 2-3 hours, and we provide the video and a written report that includes a detailed map and dimensions of your system within 24 hours.

Learn more about how your septic system works.

Commercial Septic:

Home Land Environmental offers commercial consulting for real estate investment and development firms, soil experts, civil and structural engineers, architects, school systems, and government agencies among others. Scope of work for OSDS systems includes an inspection, check for functionality, site plan including location of septic tank, and field components. Let our team of specialists help you. Please complete the questionnaire below prior to scheduling a consultation.


We currently offer a Septic Evaluation and a Camera Septic Inspection.


During a Septic Evaluation we perform the following:
•   Locate and access the septic tank.
•   Determine if tank is composed of concrete, metal or fiberglass.
•   Determine if the water level in tank is exactly where it should be.
•   Determine if the back baffle is intact.
•   Check flow from house to the tank.
•   If the septic system has a pump chamber then the pump, floats and alarms will be checked for functionality.
•   Probe the outside of the septic tank to check for cracks/voids in the tank.
•   Attempt to locate the absorption area using county records and a probe to try and determine if the absorption area is functioning or failing.
•   Septic pumping is NOT a part of our standard diagnostic. In the case of home inspections, pumping can easily be scheduled concurrently if required by the buyer. However, under normal circumstances, we suggest that the inspection be performed prior to scheduling a pumping. This saves the buyer money by eliminating a surcharge for pumping the tank, and in most cases it will not yield any value to the customer. If high levels of solids are found during the inspection, the report will reflect this. Only in extreme and rare cases will a septic pumping help in the inspection process. In addition, the outside of the septic tank is probed to ensure there are no cracks in the walls of the tank. A tank should never be pumped within a month prior to a septic inspection without notifying the inspector.

Salt Intrusion (Chlorides) and Radon in the Water Package
$295 Septic Evaluation: Adams, Lancaster & York Counties (includes 1’ of digging) $100 per foot thereafter
$350 Septic Evaluation: Chester County

During a Camera Septic Inspection we perform the following:
Upgrade your septic evaluation to a Camera Septic Inspection.
This is the most comprehensive septic inspection available! Plan for 2-3 hours. We will perform a standard septic evaluation with the addition of using a fiber optic camera to view and record the front and back plumbing lines to learn about potential clogging points. The inspection includes excavating the back end of the tank by hand and exposing the distribution box when accessible.* A written report with a detailed map and dimensions will be provided within 24 hours once payment has been received. A video will be provided via Dropbox.

*The back end of the tank and distribution box must be within 3ft of grade and do not have obstructions above their access lids.


Camera Septic Inspection FAQs

Our Camera Septic Inspection Pricing:

$350  Septic Evaluation* (first foot of digging included, $100 per additional foot for digging if necessary)
$525  Camera Septic Inspection*
$250  Second System (if a second camera is needed, there will be an additional fee of $425)

*Pricing for Berks, Bucks, Chester, Kent, Montgomery, St. Mary’s, Talbot, and Washington Counties:
Septic Evaluation — $425
Camera Septic Inspection — $555

Our inspectors are trained by the Pennsylvania Septage Management Association (PSMA).  A PSMA hydraulic load test may be necessary under certain circumstances. There is no additional charge for a hydraulic load test in conjunction with a 3 hour well yield test.

Water Sampling
Standard Packages

Potability Package
Just about any mineral or impurity can be tested for in water. However the most common sample group is called the Potability Water Sample, also sometimes referred to as “Chemical and Bacteria Testing.” Should there be a problem, water conditioning units are available for any impurity found in the water. Most lenders require the potability water sample. It tests for:
•   Bacteria
•   Nitrates + Nitrites
•   pH
•   Turbidity

Fee: $140
Turnaround Time: 2 Business Days

VA/FHA/USDA Package
•   Potability+
•   Nitrites
•   Lead
•   Iron

Fee: $200
Turnaround Time: 2 Business Days

Additional Packages
Premier Package: Gross Alpha and Radon
Fee: $260

Chesapeake Package: Arsenic and Gross Alpha
Fee: $215
Turnaround Time: 7 Business Days

Protect your Plumbing Package: Chlorides, Iron, Hardness, pH- Commonly found impurities that can damage
plumbing which could cause leaching of other contaminants that adversely affect health.
Fee: $175

Other Impurities
An $80 sampling collection fee will be assessed in addition to the charges below:
$100 fee for Berks, Bucks, Chester, Kent, Montgomery, St. Mary’s, Talbot, Washington and Washington DC.

Water Sampling Chain of Custody Form


What We Test For
Lead

Required by most VA/FHA/ USDA underwriters. Caused by corrosion of household plumbing systems or hardware and erosion of natural deposits. Can lead to slowed mental development and kidney problems. Lead Instructions will need to be followed.
Fee: $40
Turnaround Time: 2-3 Business Days

Lead Instructions
If the house is vacant, we suggest running the cold water from the kitchen faucet for one hour the day before the sampling. If the home is occupied, this is not necessary. However, the home owners should put a towel over their kitchen sink the evening prior to sampling and should not run any water from the kitchen sink until the sampling is taken. We must be the first to run water from the kitchen sink the day of our sampling.

Iron
Possible staining on plumbing fixtures and laundry — required by most VA/FHA underwriters.
Fee: $25
Turnaround Time: 2 Business Days

Gross Alpha
Picks up alpha emissions from Radium and other radionuclides, such as Uranium. Can cause an increased risk of cancer.
Fee:
$125
Turnaround Time: 6  Business Days

Radium 226/228
Increased risk of cancer. Recommended if Gross Alpha results are 5-15 pCi.
Fee: $180
Turnaround Time: 10 Business Days

Arsenic
Wells located in Calvert and St. Mary’s Counties, the Eastern Shore and Anne Arundel County including Mayo, Edgewater, Arnold and Annapolis.
Fee: $40
Turnaround Time: 3 Business Days

Cadmium
Resulting from pipes and industrial waste. Primarily found in the Coastal Plains; Eastern Shore, Calvert, Charles, Prince George’s and St. Mary’s Counties. Can possibly lead to kidney damage.
Fee: $40
Turnaround Time: 7 Business Days

Chlorides
Chlorides are commonly found at properties near tidal water and roadways that are treated with road salt in the winter.
Fee: $35
Turnaround Time: 2 — 3 Business Days

Hardness
Presents issues with the "feel" of the water.
Fee: $35
Turnaround Time: 3 Business Days

VOC
(Volatile Organic Compounds) Testing for gas and chemical leaks, which can increase the risk of cancer. VOC’s is a test that covers the entire spectrum above and beyond MTBE’s which is mainly used for finding gasoline.
Fee: $195
Turnaround Time: 7 Business Days

Radon in the Water
The EPA does not currently have a pass/fail level, but under 4,000 pCi/l is the most common acceptable level.
Fee: $50
Turnaround Time: 7 Business Days

Fluoride
Fee: $40
Turnaround Time: 10 Business Days

Copper
Recommend testing for lead too. Corrosion of household plumbing systems; erosion of natural deposits.
Fee: $25
Turnaround Time: 4 Business Days

Nitrates/Nitrites
Sources are run-off from fertilizer use, leaking septic tanks, sewage, and erosion of natural deposits.
Fee: $30
Turnaround Time: 2 Business Days

Turbidity
Typically from soil run-off.
Fee: $15
Turnaround Time: 1 Business Day

Standard Packages

Potability Package

Water can be tested for just about any mineral or impurity. However, the most common sample group is called the Potability Water Sample, also sometimes referred to as "Chemical and Bacteria Testing." Should there be a problem, water conditioning units are available for any impurity found in the water. Most lenders require a potability water sample. Tests for:

  • Bacteria
  • Nitrates + Nitrites
  • pH
  • Turbidity
$195
Turnaround Time: 
2 Business Days
VA/FHA/USDA Package

Tests for:

  • Potability+
  • Nitrites
  • Lead
  • Iron
$275
Turnaround Time:
2 Business Days
Deluxe Package
Test for:
  • FHA+ hardness
  • copper
  • chlorides
  • arsenic
$375
Turnaround Time:
3 Business Days

Additional Packages

Premier Package
Tests for Gross Alpha and Radon
$260
Chesapeake Package
Tests for Arsenic and Gross Alpha
$215
Turnaround Time:
7 Business Days
Protect your Plumbing Package
Tests for Chlorides, Iron, Hardness, pH- Commonly found impurities that can damage plumbing which could cause leaching of other contaminants that adversely affect health.
$175

Other Impurities

Sampling Collection Fee*
$125
*This fee is assessed in addition to the testing charges outlined below:

What We Test For

Lead

Required by most VA/FHA/ USDA underwriters. Caused by corrosion of household plumbing systems or hardware and erosion of natural deposits. Can lead to slowed mental development and kidney problems. Lead Instructions will need to be followed.

Most homes in the United States have enough lead in the plumbing distribution system or plumbing fixtures to cause health problem under the certain conditions.  It is recommended to test your home every three years for lead.  The home should be tested more frequently if there is a history of lead problems in the water.

Lead Instructions

If the house is vacant, we suggest running the cold water from the kitchen faucet for one hour the day before the sampling. If the home is occupied, this is not necessary. However, the homeowners should put a towel over their kitchen sink the evening prior to sampling and should not run any water from the kitchen sink until the sampling is taken. We must be the first to run water from the kitchen sink on the day of our sampling.

PLEASE NOTE: If the lead instructions are not followed, an $100 collection fee will be assessed if a return trip is needed to accurately collect the lead sample.
$45
Turnaround Time:
2 Business Days
Iron

Iron is a natural occurring mineral that can found in groundwater anywhere.  It can cause a reddish-orange stain (rusty), as well as an off taste and odor.

$35
Turnaround Time:
2 Business Days
Gross Alpha

Gross Alpha measures radioactive activity cause by alpha emitting radionuclides such as Radium and Uranium.  Radionuclides are typically naturally occurring.  Groundwater studies conducted in some areas have identified areas that have increased risk of Radium in the groundwater.   Based on the results of a gross alpha test it may be necessary to conduct additional test to identify specific radionuclides.  Radionuclides are known to cause certain types of cancer.

$175
Turnaround Time: 
6  Business Days
Radium 226/228

Increased risk of cancer. Recommended if Gross Alpha results are 5-15 pCi.

$225
Turnaround Time: 
10  Business Days
‍Arsenic

Arsenic is a naturally occurring element sometime found in groundwater.  It can also get into groundwater through some form of agriculture pollution.  Groundwater studies conducted in some areas have identified areas that have increased risk of Arsenic in the groundwater.  Arsenic is a cancer-causing substance.  It is also known to cause skin and circulatory damage per the EPA.

$45
Turnaround Time:
2 Business Days
Cadmium

Resulting from pipes and industrial waste. When consumed can lead to possible kidney damage.

$45
Turnaround Time:
2 Business Days
Chlorides

Chlorides can enter the groundwater on propertied near bodies of brackish or salt water.  They have also been known to be found in high levels when roads are over salted in the wintertime.  Chlorides are corrosive can cause damage to the plumbing distribution system and plumbing fixtures. 

$40
Turnaround Time:
3 Business Days
Hardness

Hard water is caused by high mineral content, primarily calcium and magnesium.  Water with elevated hardness can cause soap scum building, form deposits that cause plumbing problems, and scaling on glassware and appliances.

$40
Turnaround Time:
2 Business Days
VOC (Volatile Organic Compounds)

This a group of volatile, carbon-based compounds that can be found in various types of commercial and fuel-based waste.  This test is recommended when there is concern of any industrial, commercial, fuel-based or any other man-made chemical waste.  It is strongly recommended to have this sample collected by an experience sampler.

$250
Turnaround Time:
7 Business Days
Radon in the Water

Radon is a naturally occurring element that is commonly found in groundwater.  It differs from other radionuclides in that it is typically in a gaseous form in its natural state.  It becomes a concern when it is aerosolized through steam in home (cooking, bathing, etc.)  It can contribute to overall radon air levels caused by radon gas seeping through the foundation.  The EPA has determined that radon is the second leading cause of lung cancer.

$150
Turnaround Time:
7 Business Days
Fluoride

Fluoride can be found naturally occurring in the groundwater.  Often fluoride is added to public water supplies help strengthen teeth.  At elevated levels fluoride can cause bone disease.  It is strongly recommended to have your well water tested for fluoride before taking fluoride supplements.  There may be adequate fluoride in your water supply and too much can be harmful.

$45
Turnaround Time:
10 Business Days
Copper

Copper is typically introduced into water through copper piping and components in the plumbing system.  Bluish stains are indicator of elevated copper levels.  Corrosivity in the water contributes to coppers leaching from the plumbing.  The EPA as determined that consumption of high levels of copper can lead to gastrointestinal distress, liver damage, kidney damage and other health problems.

$45
Turnaround Time: 
2 Business Days
Nitrates

Sources are run-off from fertilizer use, leaking septic tanks, sewage, and erosion of natural deposits.

Most homes in the United States have enough lead in the plumbing distribution system or plumbing fixtures to cause health problem under the certain conditions.  It is recommended to test your home every three years for lead.  The home should be tested more frequently if there is a history of lead problems in the water.

$30
Turnaround Time: 
2 Business Days
Nitrites
$30
Turnaround Time: 
2 Business Days
Turbidity

Turbidity is the measurement of the relative clarity of the water.  Well water with high turbidity is an indicator that the well is prone to surface water contamination or high levels of minerals in the water.

$20
Turnaround Time: 
2 Business Days
PFAS 18

A list of 18 common Per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances that are widely used. There are thousands of PFAS chemicals found in many different consumer, commercial, and industrial products. Their very slow breakdown makes them very persistent in the environment and studies have shown that exposure to some PFAS in the environment may be linked to harmful health effects in humans.

$995
Turnaround Time: 
30 Business Days
pH
pH In many areas, groundwater tends to be acidic or have a low pH.  Acidic water can shorten the lifetime of plumbing components such as hot water heaters and fixtures.  Low pH can be corrected with proper water conditioning.
$5
Turnaround Time: 
2 Business Days
Manganese
Manganese is a natural occurring mineral that can be found in groundwater anywhere.  It can cause brown stains, as well as an off taste and odor.
$45
Turnaround Time:
2 Business Days
Sulfate

Sulfate is a naturally occurring element that can cause a bitter taste when found in water.  At high levels, it can cause corrosion in the plumbing system.  

$35
Turnaround Time:
5 Business Days
Phase 2 & 5 Contaminant Metals

Cadmium, Chromium, Mercury, Selenium, Barium, Antimony, Beryllium, Nickel, and Thallium are listed as primary health concerns under the EPA’s Chemical Contaminant Rule.  These metals can be found naturally in the ground or introduced by industrial processes.  The EPA requires public water system with groundwater sources to test for these contaminants at least once every three years.

$275
Turnaround Time:
2 Business Days
Glyphosate
The most widely used herbicide in the United States. Herbicides applied to farmlands, gardens and lawns can make their way into ground water or surface water systems that feed drinking water supplies. Long term exposure could lead to kidney problems and reproductive difficulties.
$275
Turnaround Time:
10 Business Days
Pesticides
There are a large number of pesticides used to ensure food is not damaged or destroyed by pests. When pesticides are spilled, disposed of, or applied on plants and soil, some amount can be carried into the surrounding surface or groundwater. Each pesticide has different properties and toxicological effects.
$500
Turnaround Time:
30 Business Days
Salt Water Intrusion
The movement of saline water into freshwater aquifers, which can lead to groundwater quality degradation, including drinking water sources, and other consequences. Saltwater intrusion can naturally occur in coastal aquifers, owing to the hydraulic connection between groundwater and seawater. Includes (total dissolved solids, chlorides, conductivity, hardness) Primarily for residence households near water ways that can be influenced by salt water.
$120
Turnaround Time:
3 Business Days
Road Brine/Salt
Liquid sodium chloride (brine) is an economical anti-icing and pre- treatment chemical. Magnesium Chloride and Calcium Chloride – These products can melt ice at lower temperatures than salt. Both chemicals in liquid form can be used for anti-icing. Includes total dissolved solids, chlorides and conductivity.

❖ Please note that an $125 sampling fee will be added per trip to the property if Home Land conducts the sampling.
$85
Turnaround Time:
3 Business Days
Please call us to learn about additional impurities we can test for.
Please fill out our Water Sampling Questionnaire.
Well Yield Testing
A Well Yield Test is a timed-test to determine how many gallons per minute a well system can produce. A Well Yield Test will show:
•   A functioning well pump and pressure tank.
•   If a well is running dry or lacks sufficient recuperation.
•   The reserve amount sitting in the well.
•   If the buyers would have to stretch the time between running water: showers, laundry, car washing, dish washer, etc.

Home Land Environmental offers both a full, 3-hour Well Yield Test and a shorter, but less accurate, 1-hour Modified Yield Test.

3-Hour Yield Test
$345
This more accurate, 3-hour test provides sufficient time to run through the reserve of the well, so that the actual amount of water falling into it from the ground can be seen — which by definition, is the well yield.

Modified, 1-Hour Yield Test
$195
This is a shorter, less accurate stress test. It gives the buyer a high level view of the overall performance of the well and pumping system, but may not represent the true statistics of the well, as the 3-hour test will do.

During a Well Yield Test, Home Land Environmental will run water from the well and measure this water in consistent intervals, with five gallons of water being the sample amount at each of these intervals. For best results, water should be taken directly from the pressure tank whenever possible. The last 5-gallon reading is determined to be the “well flow” or “yield” for that well.

Because water runs through the bottlenecks of the well pump and pressure tank, 10-12 gallons per minute is usually the best result for the test. This number may differ from the well yield results produced at the time of drilling, as the bottleneck will have been eliminated.


Did You Know?
A typical family of four uses approximately 250 gallons per day.
3-Hour Yield Test

This more accurate, 3-hour test provides sufficient time to run through the reserve of the well to measure the actual amount of water falling into it from the ground.

$425
Modified, 1-Hour Yield Test

This is a shorter, less accurate stress test. It gives the home buyer a high-level view of the overall performance of the well and pumping system, but may not represent the true statistics of the well.

$275
Report available in 24 hours.

A Well Yield Test is a timed-test to determine how many gallons per minute a well system can produce. A Well Yield Test will show:

  • A functioning well pump and pressure tank
  • If a well is running dry or lacks sufficient recuperation
  • The reserve amount sitting in the well
  • If home buyers would need to stretch the time between running water for showers, laundry, dishwasher, car washing, etc.
Learn more about how well yield tests are performed.
Sewer Inspection
Camera Sewer Line Inspections
Report available in 24 hours
PA counties we service
$325

Camera Sewer Line Inspections are available for properties on public utilities. We view and record the sewer lines from an access cap typically located in the basement of the home. If there is no access cap, we can remove a toilet for $225. You can plan for our visit to last 1-2 hours, and we will provide a video via Dropbox within 1-2 business days.

Radon Testing
Radon in the Air

Radon is a naturally occurring radioactive gas that is colorless, odorless, and tasteless and therefore cannot be detected by our senses. Radon is a health threat because the gas can accumulate in homes and cause lung cancer.  It is the second leading cause of lung cancer behind smoking.

$150 — 48 Hour Continuous Monitor Test

The EPA has a set 4.0 pCi/L as the Action Level to correct your home.  Because there are no safe levels of radon, it is recommended that a home be corrected for level between 2.0 – 4.0 pCi/L. It should be noted that radon can occur anywhere and even a home located in the low risk area can accumulate gas above the EPA Action Level.

When should you test your home for radon:
•   If you have not had your home tested for radon, do so as soon as possible.
•   If you are purchasing an existing or new home.  A radon test is required when selling a home in Montgomery County.
•   If you have had your home tested and levels were between 2.0 – 4.0 piC/L consider testing your home again as radon levels can fluctuate.
•   If a radon mitigation system was installed on your home, it is recommended that you test your home every two year to ensure the effectiveness of the mitigation system.


Disclosures & Agreements

Radon Non-Interference Agreement | Chain of Custody Form



Pennsylvania Resident Radon Resources

25 PA Code Chapter 240
Pennsylvania Citizens Guide
Homebuyer's and Seller's Guide
Consumer Guide to Radon Reduction
EPA Homebuyer’s and Sellers Guide
EPA Consumer’s Guide

Radon in the Air

48 Hour Continuous Monitor Test
$200

Radon is a naturally occurring radioactive gas that is colorless, odorless, and tasteless and therefore cannot be detected by our senses. Radon is a health threat because the gas can accumulate in homes and cause lung cancer. It is the second leading cause of lung cancer behind smoking.

The EPA has a set 4.0 pCi/L as the Action Level to correct your home. Because there are no safe levels of radon, it is recommended that a home be corrected for levels between 2.0 – 4.0 pCi/L.  It should be noted that radon can occur anywhere and even a home located in a low-risk area can accumulate gas above the EPA Action Level.

When should you test your home for radon:

  • If you have not had your home tested for radon, do so as soon as possible.
  • If you are purchasing an existing or new home. A radon test is required when selling a home in Montgomery County.
  • If you have had your home tested and levels were between 2.0 – 4.0 piC/L consider testing your home again as radon levels can fluctuate.
  • If a radon mitigation system was installed on your home, it is recommended that you test your home every two years to ensure the effectiveness of the mitigation system.

Pennsylvania Resident Radon Resources

Mold Sampling & Inspection
Mold

Mold Sampling Protocol:  $195
This is service is primarily for customers that need to confirm a known problem. Other clients may not have a known problem, but may want to just do testing before doing a more detailed inspection. Does not include any determination of source or recommendations on remediation.

•   Includes up to one indoor air sample, one outdoor air sample (control), one surface sample  
•   Turnaround: 2 business days
•   Same day rush — $30 PER SAMPLE
•   Next day rush — $10 PER SAMPLE
•   Rush results will be received by 8:00 pm at the end of the business day. Samples must be received in the Rosedale lab no later than 3:00 pm. Administration team must notify the lab immediately after a Rush Sample is ordered.


Partial Mold Inspection:  $350 — No rushes offered at this time
This service is for a client who suspects a problem in a particular area of a building. They are interested in confirming the problem, identifying the source of the problem, and advice on how to correct the problem. A detailed inspection report will be sent that includes a full assessment and remediation recommendations for the area that was inspected.  

•   The area must be on the same level and no more 750 square feet. 
•   Includes a detailed inspection with full assessment and remediation recommendations for the area that was inspected.
•   The inspection includes up to one indoor air sample in the suspected area, one outdoor air sample (control), one indoor air sample used as an indoor control, and one surface sample. Total of up to 3 air samples and 1 surface sample Will not include an assessment of the area used as an indoor control.
•   
Turnaround: 2 - 3 business days

Full Mold Inspection:  $645No rushes offered at this time
This service is for a client who has a general concern regarding mold and wants their entire home assessed.  This service should also be offered to a client who suspect problems in multiple areas of the home.  They are interested in confirming the problem, identifying the source of the problem, and advice on how to correct the problem. The client will receive a report that details an assessment of each room, source of any found problems, and advice on remediating the problem.  

•   A full assessment of a building up to 3000 square feet.
•   Includes up to 3 indoor samples (one on each floor), 1 outdoor sample (control), and 1 surface sample. Total of up to 4 air samples and 1 surface sample.
•   Includes a detailed inspection report that includes an assessment of each room, source of any found problems, and advice on remediating the problem. 
•   Additional charges may be assessed if the area to be inspected is in excess of 3000 square feet.
  Turnaround: 2 - 3 business days

Mold Surface Sample:  $145 — Includes Analysis

Additional Samples:  $45 Each

Important Information

We conduct a non-intrusive inspection. This means we will not damage any property to including removing drywall, carpet, etc.  Inspector will use a hygrometer and infrared camera, moisture meters, and other tools in attempt to assess non-visible areas.  It is the responsibility of the client to ensure all areas to be inspected are accessible.  Inspector may not remove storage items, furniture, appliance, etc. in order to access an area.  In addition, the inspector will not enter enclosed unsafe areas of the home.  This may include crawlspaces, attics, etc.

Mold Chain of Custody Form

Mold

Mold Sampling Protocol  - Does not include written inspection report

This is not an inspection. Mold sampling should be ordered when mold is suspected in a specific location in the property. Includes a brief visual assessment of the targeted area and follow-up phone consultation after the lab report is available.

Includes:
  • One indoor air sample
  • One outdoor air (control) sample
  • One surface sample
Please be advised that we have recently updated our rush fees, drop off times and locations for EXPEDITED mold analysis.
Next Day Results
  • Samples must be received by 4:00 pm to receive next day results with a next day rush.
  • Samples can be dropped at our Waldorf, Annapolis, Rosedale or Forest Hill location.
Same Day Results
Samples must be received in the lab by the following times:
  • Forest Hill – 12:00 PM
  • Rosedale – 3:00 PM
  • Annapolis – 1:00 PM
  • Waldorf – We will not be accepting any same day mold samples at this location
$325
Turnaround Time:
2 business days
  • Additional samples may be added for $45 per sample
Partial Mold Inspection - A written inspection report will accompany lab report

In-depth visual inspection of the targeted area (up to 750 sf). The inspector will investigate the targeted area for visible mold growth, active moisture, elevated humidity levels, and any previous water damage indicators. Includes a written inspection report detailing a summary of all findings and outlining remediation recommendations/requirements if applicable. Remediation recommendations are written following guidelines outlined in the IICRC S-520 Standard for Professional Mold Remediation. 

Includes:
  • Two indoor air samples
  • One outdoor air (control) sample
  • One surface sample
Crawlspace not included.
$495
Turnaround Time:
2 - 3 business days
No rushes offered at this time
  • Additional samples may be added for $45 per sample
  • If the targeted area exceeds 750 sf, additional charges may be applied with client permission (approx. $100 for additional 750 sf
Crawlspace Mold Inspection - A written inspection report will accompany lab report

In-depth visual inspection of the targeted area (up to 750 sf). The inspector will investigate the targeted area for visible mold growth, active moisture, elevated humidity levels, and any previous water damage indicators. Includes a written inspection report detailing a summary of all findings and outlining remediation recommendations/requirements if applicable. Remediation recommendations are written following guidelines outlined in the IICRC S-520 Standard for Professional Mold Remediation. 

PLEASE NOTE: A conversation with the mold inspector is required before appointment confirmation to determine the accessibility of the crawlspace.
Includes:
  • One indoor air sample
  • One outdoor air (control) sample
  • Up to 4 surface samples
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Turnaround Time:
2 - 3 business days

No rushes offered at this time
  • Additional samples may be added for $45 per sample
  • If the crawlspace is deemed inaccessible upon arrival a $100 trip charge will be assessed
Full Mold Inspection - A written inspection report will accompany lab report

In-depth visual inspection of all finished areas of the home (up to 3000 sf); the inspector will investigate the home for visible mold growth, active moisture, elevated humidity levels, and any previous water damage indicators. Includes a written inspection report detailing a summary of all findings and outlining remediation recommendations/requirements if applicable. Remediation recommendations are written following guidelines outlined in the IICRC S-520 Standard for Professional Mold Remediation.

PLEASE NOTE:Unfinished areas of the home such as attics and garages may require additional charges (at the discretion of the inspector with client permission).
Includes:
  • Up to 3 indoor samples (one on each floor),
  • 1 outdoor sample (control)
  • 1 surface sample
$895
Turnaround Time:
2 - 3 business days
No rushes offered at this time
  • Additional samples may be added for $45 per sample
  • If targeted area exceeds 3000 sf, additional charges may be applied with client permission (approx. $100 for each additional 1000 sf).
Post Remediation Verification (PRV)
Visual inspection of remediated areas in conjunction with air/surface sampling to confirm remediation project success. Includes lab and PRV inspection report.
    Starting at $500
      Mold Surface Sample - including analysis
      $145
      Additional Samples
      $45 Each

      We conduct a non-intrusive inspection. This means we will not damage any property, including removing drywall, carpet, etc. Our inspectors will use a hygrometer and infrared camera, moisture meters, and other tools in an attempt to assess non-visible areas. It is the responsibility of the customer to ensure all areas to be inspected are accessible. Our inspectors may not remove storage items, furniture, appliances, etc. in order to access an area. In addition, they will not enter enclosed, unsafe areas of the home. This may include crawlspaces, attics, etc.

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