InterNACHI CertifiedNYS Mold Assessment Contractor
License #26-6ASUE-SHMO
License #26-6ASUE-SHMO
Based in Holbrook · Serving all of Long Island
Smell something musty? Buying a home with a history of leaks? I'm Scott Olenick, a New York State licensed mold assessor. I'll find hidden mold, test the air, and give you a clear written report — so you know exactly what you're dealing with.
Tell me what's going on — I'll call you back to discuss your situation and recommend the right testing.
Prefer to talk now? Call me directly at 631-375-2919.
No pressure, no obligation. Licensed & insured.
InterNACHI CertifiedMold hides behind walls, under floors, and inside HVAC systems. If any of these sound familiar, a professional assessment gives you answers instead of guesswork.
You smell it before you see it. A persistent musty smell usually means mold is growing somewhere out of view.
Mold can start growing within 24–48 hours of a water event — even after everything "looks dry."
Sneezing, coughing, headaches, or irritation that improve when you leave the house can point to indoor mold.
Unusual dark spots on walls, ceilings, furniture, or building materials deserve professional identification.
Standard home inspections don't include mold testing. If the home has a leak history or a closed-up, damp smell, test before you close.
Basements, crawlspaces, attics, and bathrooms with poor ventilation are Long Island's most common mold hotspots.
A thorough, NYS-licensed assessment following state standards — with lab-verified results and everything documented in writing.
I inspect the entire property for visible mold and the moisture conditions that cause it — walls, ceilings, basements, crawlspaces, attics, and HVAC.
Air samples (indoor vs. outdoor comparison) and/or direct swab or tape samples of any suspected growth, collected with calibrated equipment.
Samples go to an accredited lab to identify the types of mold present and spore concentrations — so you know if it's cosmetic or a real concern.
You receive a written assessment with findings, lab results, and a remediation plan outline — the documentation your buyer, seller, insurer, or remediation contractor needs.
New York law requires mold assessment and mold remediation to be done by different companies. I don't remove mold and don't profit from finding it — my only job is to give you the truth about your home.
Licensed by New York State as a Mold Assessment Contractor (License #26-6ASUE-SHMO) and an InterNACHI-certified home inspector since 2011. Licensed means accountable — New York requires it by law for a reason.
Some "mold companies" test for mold and then sell you the removal. I never remediate — so my findings and my recommendations have no sales angle. You get an honest assessment, every time.
Based in Holbrook, serving all of Long Island. Homebuyers, sellers, homeowners, and realtors — call and you talk to me, not a call center. Flexible scheduling, including time-sensitive closings.
Based in Holbrook, NY — covering Suffolk County and Nassau County. Same-week appointments are often available.
It depends on the property size and how many samples are needed. Call me at 631-375-2919 and I'll give you a straightforward quote over the phone after a couple of questions — no surprises.
No — and that's by design. New York State law prohibits the same company from doing both mold assessment and mold remediation on the same property. It keeps the assessment honest: I have nothing to sell you except the facts.
The on-site assessment typically takes a few hours. Lab results are usually back within a few business days, and you'll receive a complete written report with findings and recommendations.
If the home has any leak history, water stains, a damp basement, or a musty smell — yes. A standard home inspection is visual and doesn't include mold testing. Finding a mold problem before closing can save you thousands in remediation costs, and I can often schedule alongside your home inspection.
Your written report will identify the type and extent of the mold, the moisture source causing it, and an outline of the remediation steps needed. You can take that report to any licensed remediation contractor for quotes — or I can help you understand what a fair scope of work looks like.
Whether it's a musty smell, a past leak, or a home you're about to buy — a licensed mold assessment gives you facts you can act on.
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