Florida MRSA #4575 · ACAC CMI
Mold inspection by an actual microbiologist. Orlando & Central Florida.
Clear answers. No guesswork.
Independent third-party assessment by a state-licensed mold assessor with a microbiology degree and lab analyst background. We inspect, we do not remediate.
- Florida Licensed
- ACAC CMI
- NAERMC CMH
- NAERMC Green IAQ
- B.S. Microbiology
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The inspector
Daniel Melendez
Founder · Lead Inspector
- License
- MRSA #4575
- Certifications
- ACAC CMI · NAERMC CMH · NAERMC Green IAQ · Pathways™
- Education
- B.S. Microbiology
- Background
- Former lab analyst
About PureSpec
A microbiologist with a lab background, not a contractor with a weekend course.
PureSpec Environmental was founded by Daniel Melendez to bring lab-grade scientific assessment to mold and indoor air quality investigations across Central Florida. Every inspection is performed personally by Daniel.
Services
Mold inspections and testing matched to the question you actually need answered.
What is a mold inspection?
A mold inspection is an independent third-party assessment of a property’s indoor environment to identify moisture sources, hidden microbial growth, and indoor air quality issues that affect occupants. A qualified Indoor Environmental Professional (IEP) performs a visual inspection of the structure, uses moisture meters, thermal imaging, and borescope access when needed, and collects air, surface, and material samples under chain of custody. Samples ship to AIHA-LAP accredited third-party laboratories for analysis. The deliverable is a written report identifying any contamination, its likely source, and the conditions that allowed it to develop. In Florida, mold assessment is licensed by the Department of Business and Professional Regulation under FS 468.8419, which prohibits the same firm from inspecting and remediating, ensuring independence. Reports are written to hold up with insurers, healthcare providers, real-estate transactions, and counsel. PureSpec is assessment-only and performs every inspection personally, from a single air test or insurance-claim documentation to complex residential and commercial mold investigations and indoor air quality investigations.
Find your service
Not sure which one? Start with your situation.
Mold inspections
You suspect mold, or need a property checked before a sale, a move-in, or a new build.
After water, storms & remediation
You had a flood, a storm, a leak, or just finished a remediation and need it verified.
Mold & indoor air quality testing
You want lab results on what is actually in your air, and how much of it.
Water testing
You need the water itself tested, for a mortgage or for safety.
Where we work
From single-family homes to commercial buildings.
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RESIDENTIAL Residential Mold Inspection
Single-family homes, townhouses, and condos, full-property and limited-scope assessments by a state-licensed mold assessor.
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COMMERCIAL Commercial Mold Assessment
Office, retail, healthcare, school, and hospitality buildings, reporting structured for property managers, insurers, and OSHA-aware contexts.
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APARTMENT Apartment / Tenant Mold Inspection
Independent third-party documentation built for renters dealing with landlords and property managers across Central Florida multifamily housing.
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POST-REMEDIATION Post-Remediation Verification
Independent clearance after a remediation contractor has finished work. Visual inspection of the containment area plus laboratory analysis.
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How an inspection actually works
Nine stages. Same scientific process, every time.
The depth of each stage adapts to your situation. HVAC, borescope, and specialty sampling happen when conditions warrant, not because a fixed checklist says so.
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Consultation
We talk through what you’re seeing, the building, and the question you need answered. Free, no pressure, no upsell.
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Visual inspection
Daniel personally walks every accessible space in the property. No subcontractors, no shortcuts, no checklists rushed through.
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Moisture mapping
Pin and pinless moisture meters identify elevated wall, floor, and substrate moisture invisible to the eye. The recurring failure pattern in Florida envelopes hides here.
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Thermal imaging
Infrared imaging surfaces temperature differentials that often correlate with hidden moisture, insulation gaps, or HVAC anomalies invisible at first glance.
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HVAC evaluation
Coil, plenum, return, condensate pan, and ductwork assessment. The #1 hidden vector for indoor mold in Florida buildings, and the single most-overlooked subsystem in conventional inspections.
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Targeted sampling
Air, surface, swab, ERMI, HERTSMI-2, mycotoxin, Pathways™, VOC, or formaldehyde, only the tests the building is asking for, collected under chain of custody.
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Lab analysis
Samples sent to AIHA-LAP-accredited third-party laboratories. Results returned typically within 24 to 72 hours of receipt.
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Written report
Plain-English report with photos, lab data, moisture readings, observations, and clear next steps. Holds up with insurers, lenders, landlords, healthcare providers, and counsel.
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Remediation protocol when warranted
If the report identifies remediation-grade mold, Daniel writes the IICRC S520-aligned protocol, scope, containment, methods, and clearance criteria, that the remediation contractor works to. Florida law prohibits the same firm from inspecting and remediating, so the protocol stays independent of the work crew.
Schedule
Talk to the inspector, not a call center.
Daniel personally reads every message that comes in here. For urgent moisture or habitability situations, call.
Reviews
Five stars across every Google review.
Every PureSpec inspection is performed personally by Daniel Melendez. Below are real, verified Google reviews from clients across Florida, auto-synced from our Google Business Profile.
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Hands down the most thorough mold assessment I’ve seen. Clear report, honest findings, and zero scare tactics. If you want the truth about your home’s air quality, this is the guy to call.
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We highly recommend Daniel with PureSpec. As a microbiologist, he understands how to detect mold and analyze the environment of the home. He was very knowledgeable but above all super kind and a true professional all the way. Mold was confirmed where we suspected but also found where we had no clue to even check.
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We called PureSpec as we saw they were highly recommended for mold testing in Orlando. Daniel came out, was very professional, and took his time to look over our home. Another team took about 30 minutes. Daniel spent over an hour and was even able to do an air test for mold. If you don’t want any stone left unturned, especially living in Florida, call PureSpec Environmental.
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My medical testing indicated mold, but two previous inspections were unable to find it. Within about 5 hours, Daniel was able to locate the mold, identify it, photograph it, and take samples. Within 48 hours he provided a 23-page report that was comprehensive yet understandable by lay people such as ourselves.
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He performed moisture testing, air sampling, and surface testing, then took the time to clearly explain his findings and provide the documentation we needed for our insurance claim. What stood out most was that he never tried to upsell us or create unnecessary worry, he genuinely wanted to help.
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Daniel is professional, thorough, and knows his craft. He takes the time to really understand your home’s problems. He is the inspector to call if you ever feel your home may be running into any mold problems.
Every Google review we have ever received is five stars. See the full live feed below.
Service area
Mold inspection for Orlando and all 67 Florida counties.
Where does PureSpec inspect in Florida?
PureSpec Environmental is an independent mold inspection practice headquartered in Winter Garden in the Orlando metro, serving all 67 Florida counties. Central Florida is home turf at standard rates: Orange, Lake, Seminole, Osceola, and Polk counties, including Orlando, Clermont, Winter Garden, and Kissimmee. Dedicated coverage extends to Hillsborough, Pinellas, and Pasco counties in Tampa Bay, Volusia and Brevard on the Daytona and Space Coasts, Marion, Citrus, and Alachua in North Florida, and the Treasure Coast counties of Indian River, St. Lucie, and Martin. South Florida (Miami-Dade, Broward, Palm Beach), Southwest Florida (Sarasota, Lee, Collier), St. Johns, Bay County, and the Keys are custom-quoted for projects where the scope warrants travel: commercial, multi-family, post-storm, and CIRS-protocol work. Every inspection is performed personally by Daniel Melendez, microbiologist and licensed Florida mold assessor (MRSA #4575), with most appointments scheduled within 48 hours.
Statewide mold inspection.
Microbiologist-led.
Orlando mold inspection
Full service area, A to Z
LICENSED FLORIDA MOLD ASSESSOR · WINTER GARDEN, FLA. · MRSA #4575
Honest answers
Common questions, in plain English.
Don’t see your question? Call (321) 324-7756 or send a message, Daniel reads every one personally.
How is PureSpec different from other mold inspectors?
Two things: the inspector and the independence. Daniel personally performs every inspection, he holds a Bachelor of Science in Microbiology, the ACAC Certified Microbial Investigator credential, and worked as a mold lab analyst before founding PureSpec. And we are assessment-only by design, Florida ethics prohibit the same company from inspecting and remediating, so we never refer remediation work for kickbacks. The report is the deliverable.
Do you do mold remediation?
No. PureSpec is a third-party assessment firm only. We inspect, sample, analyze, and write protocols, you hire a separate remediation contractor to perform the work. This separation is required by Florida ethics and protects the integrity of the inspection.
Can I hire PureSpec for just a mold test?
Yes. If all you want is mold testing, air samples, surface samples, or specialty panels like ERMI, Daniel performs exactly that at standard rates, with the same chain-of-custody and accredited-lab analysis as a full investigation. Because PureSpec is assessment-only, there is no incentive to talk you into a bigger scope than your question needs.
Do you provide mold documentation for insurance claims?
Yes. Insurance work is a core part of the practice: chain-of-custody sampling, AIHA-LAP accredited lab results, and a written report built to hold up with insurers, adjusters, and counsel. PureSpec works directly with insurance adjusters and with homeowners documenting a claim after a leak, flood, or storm.
What does the inspection cost?
Every inspection is founder-performed by Daniel Melendez, a microbiologist and licensed Florida mold assessor, with any samples analyzed by accredited third-party labs and a plain-English report you can act on. Cost depends on the property size and which testing, if any, is warranted, so quotes are custom and always free. Call (321) 324-7756 or use the form for a straight, no-obligation number.
Do you work with clients who have CIRS or MCAS?
Yes, PureSpec is often referred by healthcare professionals and has experience working with clients diagnosed with CIRS or MCAS. We provide detailed environmental data, sampling, lab analysis, building condition documentation, that your healthcare provider can interpret in the context of your medical evaluation. We do not diagnose, treat, or provide medical advice. All testing is environmental documentation only.
How quickly can you schedule?
Most inspections are scheduled within 48 hours. Urgent moisture or habitability situations are prioritized, if it’s urgent, please call rather than use the form.
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