If you’re concerned about mold in a University Place home, waterfront property, or townhome, 5 Microns Inc. provides independent, lab-verified mold testing throughout Pierce County.
We perform testing only — not remediation — ensuring objective findings without contractor-driven sales pressure.
We serve neighborhoods including:
Located west of Tacoma along Puget Sound, University Place experiences seasonal rainfall, coastal humidity, and hillside terrain that can contribute to moisture retention.
Common mold risk factors include:
Homes near the shoreline may experience:
Many University Place homes were built decades ago and may have:
Properties with basements or daylight lower levels may experience:
Significant remodeling activity in University Place can introduce moisture if framing and materials are not properly dried.
We tailor inspection scope depending on your concern — real estate transaction, musty odors, visible staining, health sensitivities, or post-remediation verification.
All samples are analyzed by accredited environmental laboratories.
University Place includes waterfront homes, established residential neighborhoods, and investment properties where mold concerns can affect negotiations.
We frequently assist with:
Independent mold testing provides clarity before closing.
While primarily owner-occupied, rental properties and tenant concerns still arise.
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 can exist even without obvious visible growth.
Unlike remediation-driven companies, we operate strictly as an independent environmental testing firm.
We provide:
Day Island • Chambers Bay • Sunset Beach • Drum Road • Curran Apple Orchard area • Fircrest (nearby)
Cost depends on property size and sampling scope. We recommend the most efficient testing plan based on your concern.
Yes. Elevated humidity and wind-driven rain can contribute to moisture conditions if ventilation and drainage are inadequate.
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 University Place property, schedule an independent inspection with 5 Microns Inc.
Serving University Place and surrounding Pierce County communities
