Mold Testing | IAQ Testing Lafayette, LA

Lafayette Has a Mold Problem. Get the Truth With No Conflict of Interest.

Certified mold and indoor air quality testing in Acadiana — with certified lab results delivered within 24 hours, and zero financial reason to find anything that is not there.

Keith Blanchard | Licensed Home Inspector LHI #10752 | Serving Lafayette, Youngsville, Broussard, Breaux Bridge, and all of Acadiana

✅ 30+ Years IAQ Industry Experience — Medical, Petroleum & Government Sectors

✅ ASHI Certified Member Since 1995

✅ ICC Certified Building Inspector

✅ Louisiana Licensed Home Inspector LHI #10752

✅ Independent Testing — We Do NOT Perform Remediation. Ever.

✅ Certified Lab Results Within 24 Hours

✅ Serving Lafayette, Baton Rouge, Lake Charles & All of Acadiana

Call Now to Schedule: (337) 326-5772. Available Monday through Saturday. Results emailed within 24 hours of testing.

The Mold You Cannot See Is the Mold That Costs You the Most

South Louisiana is one of the most mold-friendly climates in the United States. Acadiana’s combination of heat, year-round humidity, tropical storm season, and aging housing stock creates perfect conditions for mold to grow — quietly, invisibly, and long before anyone in the home notices a health symptom or a musty smell.

By the time visible mold appears on a wall or ceiling, the colony has often been growing for weeks or months inside the structure. Behind drywall. Beneath flooring. In the HVAC air handler. In the crawl space beneath your feet.

And the consequences go far beyond an unpleasant odor.

Mold Does Not Wait. And Neither Does the Real Estate Market.

If you are buying a home in Lafayette, Youngsville, Broussard, or anywhere else in Acadiana, you should know this: an undisclosed mold problem is one of the most common reasons home sales fall apart at closing — and one of the most expensive surprises homeowners face in the first year of ownership.

Certain mold species — including black mold (Stachybotrys chartarum) and Chaetomium — produce mycotoxins that have been linked to serious respiratory illness, chronic fatigue, neurological symptoms, and worsening asthma in children. Louisiana’s climate means these species are not rare. They are common.

For homeowners who have already experienced flooding, past water damage, or persistent roof leaks, the risk is even higher. Water-damaged structures in humid climates can begin supporting mold growth in as little as 24 to 48 hours.

Here is the problem most buyers and homeowners do not know about: many inspectors who offer mold testing in Louisiana also perform mold remediation. That means the same company that tells you whether you have mold is also the company that gets paid to remove it. That is a conflict of interest, and it should concern you.

An Independent Mold Inspector Is the Only Mold Inspector You Should Trust

Keith Blanchard at Acadiana Home Inspectors does not perform mold remediation. Not now. Not ever. He tests, he reports, and he stays out of the remediation business entirely — by design.

That means when Keith tests your home and sends you results, you can trust that the findings reflect what is actually there. No inflated counts. No alarm over normal environmental levels. No remediation bid attached to the bottom of the report.

Just the truth about what is in the air and on the surfaces of your home, delivered by a certified professional with no financial stake in the outcome.

Samples are submitted to a certified independent laboratory. Results are emailed to you within 24 hours of testing — fast enough to meet real estate transaction deadlines, and detailed enough to give you the information you need to negotiate, remediate properly, or move forward with confidence.

If testing reveals a problem, Keith will refer you to a reputable remediation professional. He will never be that professional — because his job is to give you unbiased information, not to create a revenue stream from your findings.

30 Years of IAQ Experience You Will Not Find Anywhere Else in Acadiana

Most mold inspectors are home inspectors who added mold testing to their service menu. Keith Blanchard took the opposite path.

Before founding Acadiana Home Inspectors, Keith spent over 30 years working directly in the indoor air quality industry — diagnosing and improving air quality in medical facilities, petroleum companies, and government buildings across Louisiana. He has evaluated environments where getting the science wrong had serious health consequences for occupants and workers.

That level of professional IAQ expertise is exceptionally rare in a residential home inspector — and it means Keith brings a depth of understanding to every mold and air quality test he performs that goes far beyond what a standard home inspection certification provides.

His background also makes him the IAQ specialist of choice for restoration contractors, insurance professionals, property managers, and healthcare facilities who need independent clearance testing and air quality assessments they can stand behind in documentation, claims, and disputes.

Mold Testing & Indoor Air Quality Services for Acadiana Homeowners and Buyers

Every service Keith provides is designed to give you the accurate, unbiased information you need — nothing more, nothing less.

Air Sampling for Mold Captures what is actually circulating through your home’s air — the mold spores you and your family breathe every day, including species that cannot be detected by sight or smell. Compared against outdoor control samples to give you an accurate baseline. Results delivered within 24 hours via certified lab report.

Surface Sampling for Mold Identifies mold growth on walls, ceilings, HVAC components, and other surfaces — used to confirm suspected growth areas and verify that remediation has been completed successfully. Essential after water damage or flooding events common in Acadiana.

Moisture and Leak Detection Finds hidden moisture intrusion before it becomes visible damage. Elevated moisture readings are the earliest warning sign of conditions that lead to mold growth — catching them early is far less expensive than addressing mold colonies months later.

Indoor Air Quality (IAQ) Testing A comprehensive look at what is in your home’s air beyond mold spores — including allergens, dust particulates, and airborne contaminants that affect air quality and occupant health. Especially valuable for households with children, elderly family members, or anyone with respiratory conditions.

VOC Testing — Volatile Organic Compound Analysis Tests for chemical off-gassing from building materials, flooring, paint, adhesives, and cleaning products. VOC exposure in poorly ventilated homes has been linked to headaches, dizziness, and long-term respiratory effects. A critical test for newly renovated or remodeled properties.

Thermal Imaging Uses infrared technology to detect temperature anomalies behind walls, in ceilings, and under floors — revealing moisture intrusion and insulation gaps that are invisible to the naked eye and to standard inspection tools. Thermal imaging catches problems before they become expensive.

Water Damage Assessment Documents the extent and origin of water damage — critical for insurance claims, real estate transactions, and post-storm evaluations. Louisiana storm season leaves behind a trail of water damage that does not always announce itself visually.

Post-Remediation Clearance Testing After mold remediation is completed, independent clearance testing verifies that the work was successful and mold spore counts have returned to acceptable baseline levels. This is not a service the remediation company should perform on their own work — independent third-party verification is the industry standard and is frequently required by insurance carriers, property managers, and real estate transactions. Keith provides post-remediation clearance testing throughout the Acadiana region with results delivered within 24 hours.

HVAC Contamination Evaluation Louisiana’s climate makes HVAC systems a common vector for mold distribution throughout a home. A contaminated air handler can spread mold spores to every room in the house with every cycle. Keith evaluates HVAC systems for mold contamination — an often-overlooked component of comprehensive IAQ assessment, particularly in homes that have experienced water intrusion or that have older air handling equipment.

For Restoration Contractors, Insurance Professionals & Property Managers

Keith’s 30 years of professional IAQ experience makes him the preferred independent testing resource for B2B clients throughout the Acadiana region who need results they can stand behind.

Restoration Contractors Post-remediation clearance testing from an independent third party is the industry standard — and it protects your business. When Keith signs off on a clearance test, you have documentation from a licensed, unaffiliated IAQ professional that the remediation met acceptable standards. That documentation matters in disputes, re-inspections, and client relationships. Keith has no financial relationship with remediation companies and never will.

Insurance Professionals Independent IAQ assessments from a specialist with no remediation stake provide the unbiased documentation insurance adjusters need. Keith’s background in evaluating complex commercial and industrial environments means he understands how to document findings in a way that supports claims processes. 

Property Managers Tenant air quality complaints, post-flood evaluations, and pre-lease inspections require an inspector who can deliver fast, accurate, independent results. Keith serves property managers throughout Lafayette and Acadiana with the same certified lab-backed testing he provides to homeowners — with the speed and professionalism that property management timelines require.

Healthcare Offices & Commercial Facilities Keith’s background includes direct IAQ work with medical facilities. He understands the elevated standards that healthcare environments require and brings that expertise to commercial IAQ evaluations throughout the Acadiana region.

To schedule B2B services or discuss volume pricing: Call (337) 326-5772 or email clientcare@acadianahomeinspect.com

When Should You Get Mold Testing Done?

You do not need visible mold to justify a mold test. In fact, waiting for mold to become visible means you are already dealing with an established colony. Consider testing when:

• You are buying or renting a property and want an independent third-party evaluation before you commit
• Anyone in the home is experiencing unexplained respiratory symptoms, chronic fatigue, headaches, or symptoms that improve when they leave the house
• You have noticed a persistent musty smell in any room, even if you cannot locate the source
• The home has experienced flooding, a roof leak, plumbing leak, or any water intrusion event — even minor
• The home was recently renovated, which can disturb existing mold colonies and redistribute spores through the HVAC system
• The property has sat vacant, which is common after storm evacuations in South Louisiana
• You are selling your home and want to get ahead of any buyer inspection findings
• Remediation has been completed and you need independent clearance verification

Note on visible mold: If mold is already visible on surfaces, surface sampling may not be necessary — professional cleaning by a qualified remediator is the appropriate step. However, air sampling is still valuable after remediation to confirm that spore counts have returned to acceptable levels before the property is reoccupied.

Serving Lafayette & All of Acadiana

Lafayette · Youngsville · Broussard · Carencro · Scott · Breaux Bridge · New Iberia · Abbeville · St. Martinville · Opelousas · Crowley · Eunice · Lake Charles · Baton Rouge and surrounding communities

Ready to Know What Is in Your Home’s Air? Schedule a Mold Test Today.

Acadiana Home Inspectors serves Lafayette, Youngsville, Broussard, Carencro, Scott, Breaux Bridge, New Iberia, Abbeville, St. Martinville, and the surrounding communities throughout the Acadiana region. Keith Blanchard is a licensed Louisiana home inspector (LHI #10752) who performs mold and indoor air quality testing with no remediation services attached — ever.

Call or text to schedule. Results emailed within 24 hours.

Call Keith Now: (337) 326-5772

Monday through Saturday. Lafayette, LA. LHI #10752. https://acadianahomeinspect.com/