Restoring your property, protecting your peace of mind.
Detecting mold isn’t always easy — especially when it’s hidden behind walls, under floors, or inside air ducts. Many homeowners don’t realize they have a serious mold problem until it spreads and begins affecting their health and property.
At The Professional Touch, we use cutting-edge technology to detect mold growth before it becomes a major issue. The Instascope V4, an advanced mold detection device, allows our team to accurately identify mold in real time, ensuring a faster, safer, and more precise remediation process.
In this article, we’ll explain what the Instascope V4 is, how it works, and why it’s a game-changer in mold inspection and prevention.
Mold doesn’t just grow in obvious places like bathrooms or basements. It can hide in hard-to-see areas, including:
Behind walls and drywall
Under flooring or carpet
Inside HVAC systems and ductwork
In attics and crawlspaces
Behind furniture or appliances
Traditional mold inspections rely heavily on visual checks and air samples, which often miss hidden mold growth. This can lead to ongoing health problems and recurring mold issues even after cleanup.
The solution? Advanced technology like the Instascope V4.
The Instascope V4 is a state-of-the-art mold detection device designed to analyze airborne particles in real-time. Unlike traditional testing methods that require lab samples and waiting periods, the Instascope provides instant, accurate results during the inspection process.
It uses advanced sensors and laser technology to detect mold spores at even the smallest levels, ensuring no area goes unchecked.
Key benefits of the Instascope V4 include:
Real-time detection of mold spores
Highly accurate and reliable readings
Non-invasive testing that doesn’t damage walls or structures
Faster inspection times and immediate results
The ability to locate hidden mold other methods can’t detect
The Instascope V4 uses aerosol optical scanning technology to measure airborne particles and determine whether they are mold spores. Here’s how the process works step-by-step:
Initial Scan
Our team uses the Instascope to scan various rooms and surfaces, collecting air samples in real-time.
Goal: Identify areas with elevated mold spore levels.
The device analyzes the air sample immediately, using laser-based detection technology to distinguish between normal airborne particles and mold spores.
Goal: Provide instant, reliable data without waiting for lab results.
Based on the scan, we pinpoint exactly where mold is growing, even if it’s hidden behind walls or inside HVAC systems.
Goal: Locate the source of mold quickly and accurately.
Once the affected areas are identified, we create a custom remediation plan to safely remove the mold and prevent it from coming back.
Goal: Deliver a targeted, efficient cleanup process.
Traditional mold inspections can take days to get results, especially when samples must be sent to a lab. With the Instascope V4, you get answers on the spot — no waiting, no guessing.
Here’s why this matters for you:
Faster decisions: Immediate results mean we can start remediation right away.
Higher accuracy: Detects even the smallest mold spores that other methods miss.
Non-invasive process: No need to cut into walls or disturb your home unnecessarily.
Peace of mind: You’ll know exactly what’s happening inside your property before any work begins.
Catching mold early doesn’t just protect your home — it protects your health and your family’s well-being. Mold spores can trigger a variety of health issues, including:
Persistent coughing and sneezing
Asthma flare-ups or worsening symptoms
Eye and skin irritation
Headaches and fatigue
Chronic respiratory problems with long-term exposure
By using the Instascope V4, we can detect and address mold problems early, reducing your risk of these long-term health effects.
At The Professional Touch, we’re committed to using the best tools and techniques to keep your home safe. Our combination of certified expertise and advanced technology sets us apart from other restoration companies.
When you choose us, you get:
24/7 emergency response for urgent situations
Accurate, real-time mold detection with Instascope V4
Safe and thorough remediation methods
Free inspections and estimates within a 70-mile radius of Iowa Falls
A team that cares about your health and property
Hidden mold is a serious problem that can affect your health, property, and peace of mind. With the Instascope V4, our team can detect mold accurately and quickly, ensuring every issue is found and resolved before it spreads.
