Why Heights homes need independent assessment

Elevated moisture under a bungalow, after a roof leak into an attic knee wall, or from White Oak Bayou–adjacent flooding can leave hidden growth in joist bays. Texas TDLR rules separate mold assessment from remediation so the person defining the protocol is not bidding the tear-out. Use that separation: hire inspector and remediator separately.

Heights-specific asks: Does the assessor inspect crawl spaces and HVAC closets? Will samples go to an accredited lab? Will they write a protocol another contractor can bid? Ask for a current TDLR MAC or ACO number and verify it on the state lookup.

Cypress & northwest humidity note

The same hiring pattern applies in Cypress, Tomball, and Spring — slab homes with high indoor humidity and storm-driven roof leaks. Several assessment-only firms on this site list Cypress / northwest Houston in their service areas; confirm drive-time and sampling fees when you call.

Inspection-only mold assessors

Every firm below is listed because public materials state assessment/testing without remediation on the same project.

Mold Testing Houston

Independent Houston mold assessment company founded by Ran Bozaglo. Flat-fee testing with EMSL lab analysis; assesses only — does not remediate.

Inspection-only Independent

(832) 838-9387 · 5926 Dellfern Dr, Houston, TX 77035

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A Light in the Attic, PLLC

Kingwood-based licensed mold assessment and home inspection firm serving North Houston. Writes protocols when needed; does not remediate.

Inspection-only Independent

(713) 393-9318 · 526 Kingwood Dr, PMB 71, Kingwood, TX 77339

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IAQ Environmental

Bellaire / Houston IAQ and mold inspection firm focused on moisture investigation and lab sampling. States it does not remediate.

Inspection-only Independent

(713) 931-8378 · 5200 W Loop S, Bellaire, TX 77401

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Texas Mold Pro (Mold Consultant)

Independent Houston-area mold testing and inspection; states zero remediation conflict and post-remediation verification available.

Inspection-only Independent

(281) 806-2862 · Houston, TX (street address unconfirmed — check with provider)

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Mold Consultant Group

Independent mold assessment company serving The Woodlands, Cypress, Montgomery County, and Northwest Houston. Publicly states assessment-only with TDLR MAC #1963 — does not remediate.

Inspection-only Independent

(832) 280-4747 · PO Box 206, Montgomery, TX 77356 (mobile / appointment-only — no walk-in office stated)

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Noon Environmental

TDLR-licensed mold assessment consultant serving Greater Houston including Heights, Cypress, and Magnolia corridors. Assessment and testing only — does not remediate.

Inspection-only Independent

(281) 826-1215 · Greater Houston / Magnolia area (street address unconfirmed on company site — check with provider)

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If water is still active

Standing water, a burst supply line, or sewage backup is a mitigation emergency first. Call water damage restoration, then schedule assessment after the structure is dry enough to sample.

First Response Restoration

Houston HQ restoration firm with published IICRC firm number. 24/7 water, flood, mold, and storm response; ~60-minute Harris County claim.

24/7 Independent

(713) 597-4466 · 16011 Hollister St, Suite C, Houston, TX 77066

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Butler CCS Inc

Houston restoration contractor advertising IICRC Master Water Restorer status, full mitigation-to-rebuild, and 24/7 response.

24/7 Independent

(713) 330-9472 · Hwy 249, Houston, TX 77086

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247 Restoration Specialists

Houston-based 24/7 water damage and mold remediation company with IICRC certifications cited in public directories.

24/7 Independent

(281) 262-9500 · 1626 Oak Tree Drive, Suite A, Houston, TX 77080

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Also see: Meyerland water damage · Katy roof repair · TDLR separation guide