If you’re concerned about mold in a Lakewood home, rental property, duplex, apartment, or military housing unit, 5 Microns Inc. provides independent, lab-verified mold testing throughout Pierce County.
We perform testing only — not remediation — so you receive objective findings without contractor-driven sales pressure.
We serve areas including:
Located southwest of Tacoma near Joint Base Lewis-McChord (JBLM), Lakewood experiences prolonged rainfall, valley moisture, and frequent rental turnover — all of which increase mold risk.
Common contributing factors include:
Lakewood has a high concentration of rental homes and properties near JBLM. Repeated tenant turnover, small leaks, and deferred maintenance can allow moisture conditions to persist.
Many homes were built decades ago and may have:
Lakewood properties often include:
These spaces are vulnerable to condensation and foundation seepage.
Elevated crawlspace moisture is one of the most common contributors to mold conditions in Pierce County homes.
We tailor inspection scope based on your concern — real estate transaction, tenant complaint, musty odors, visible staining, health sensitivities, or post-remediation verification.
All samples are analyzed by accredited environmental laboratories.
Mold concerns frequently arise during:
Lakewood’s mix of older homes and rental units makes moisture history highly variable. Independent testing provides clarity before closing.
Lakewood’s rental density means disputes over moisture and mold are common.
Neutral documentation is critical.
Our reports include:
Because we do not perform remediation, our findings remain objective and conflict-free.
You may need mold testing if you notice:
Hidden mold conditions can exist even without obvious visible growth.
Unlike remediation-driven companies, we operate strictly as an independent environmental testing firm.
We provide:
Oakbrook • Tillicum • Lake City • Springbrook • Gravelly Lake • American Lake
Cost depends on property size and sampling scope. We recommend the most efficient testing plan based on your concern.
Yes. Repeated tenant turnover and unresolved moisture issues can contribute to mold conditions.
Yes. Air sampling and moisture diagnostics help identify concealed growth.
No. We provide independent mold testing only.
If you’re concerned about mold or moisture in your Lakewood property, schedule an independent inspection with 5 Microns Inc.
Serving Lakewood and surrounding Pierce County communities
