Essential Home Inspector Kit
Essential Home Inspector Kit
For homeowners, airbnb hosts, and landlords: detect mold, bacteria & fungus on surfaces and water with our DIY home inspection kit. Lab-grade accuracy, visual results in minutes. Made in USA. Save $$$, protect your investment.
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What do I test?
What do I test?
SEE INVISIBLE DANGERS: Detect the presence of bacteria, mold, and fungus that may linger even after cleaning—especially in high-touch or moisture-prone areas. Unlike many kits that offer a simple yes/no result, our test shows the amount of bacteria AND mold present—giving you a visual indicator of exposure risk.
Test for bacteria, mold, and fungus on surfaces, appliances, drinking water, and more. Know species AND how bad the problem is, with semi-quantitative results.
How does it work?
How does it work?
Check the effectiveness of your cleaning routine or products on key surfaces like fridge handles, cutting boards, doorknobs, and more. Mold in your fridge water track – test the water too!
Backed by Detekt’s lab-grade technology used around the world for over 20 years, this DIY kit brings professional-quality testing into your home with no mailing or lab analysis required.
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You home may look clean, but dangerous microbes can be invisible to the eye. Bacteria like E. coli, Salmonella, and coliforms, plus molds such as Fusarium and Aspergillus. The Home Sanitation Test Kit empowers you to detect microbial contamination before it affects your family’s health.
Built on over 20 years of expertise in professional microbial testing, used by the EPA, WHO, FDA, and USDA, our kit transforms industrial-grade science into a simple, family-friendly tool.
- Dual Detection: Identifies both harmful bacteria and mold in one test.
- Lab-Grade Accuracy at Home: Proven technology trusted in industrial and regulatory standard.
- Peace of Mind in Minutes: Easy step-by-step use with clear, visual results.
- Family-First Innovation: Developed by a family business committed to protecting homes worldwide.
Swab & Read
Swab for lead paint, fixtures, dust residue, vintage goods.
Air Quality Test - Mold!
Test the air for harmful mold, or swab walls, appliances, furniture for signs of microbial contamination.
Drinking & bathing water check
Test your water with the ultra-sensitive water test.
Your home, worry free.
Finally, an affordable way to understand your living spaces and protect your investment.
Made in the USA
Trusted technology used by industry professionals, now formatted for in-home use. Based in Austin, TX.
Frequently Asked Questions
What organisms does this test detect?
What organisms does this test detect?
This kit screens for harmful cyanotoxins, including microcystins, that are produced by blue-green algae (cyanobacteria) in lakes, ponds, rivers, or household water sources.
Do I need special equipment? Or lab testing?
Do I need special equipment? Or lab testing?
No, everything you need is included in the kit. No lab required.
How accurate are the results?
How accurate are the results?
The test is designed for sensitive on-site detection, giving you a reliable early warning when cyanotoxins are present. It is a screening test that detects as little as 4ppb of cyanotoxin.
How fast are results?
How fast are results?
The test takes about 10 minutes to complete.
What if I get a positive result?
What if I get a positive result?
Do not drink, swim in, or allow pets or livestock to access the affected water. Report the finding to your local environmental or water authority and use a safe alternative water source until confirmatory testing and remediation can be completed.
What does a home mold and bacteria test kit detect?
What does a home mold and bacteria test kit detect?
Our home mold and bacteria test kit detects harmful microorganisms including E. coli, Salmonella, coliform bacteria, and mold species like Fusarium and Aspergillus. Unlike basic yes/no tests, our kit provides semi-quantitative results showing both the type and severity of contamination on surfaces, appliances, and drinking water.
How do I test my home for mold without a professional inspection?
How do I test my home for mold without a professional inspection?
With our DIY mold test kit, simply collect a sample from any surface or water source, apply it to the test device, and read visual results within minutes. No lab analysis, mailing, or professional equipment required. The same lab-grade technology trusted by EPA and FDA professionals, now available for home use.
Where should I use a home mold inspection kit in my house?
Where should I use a home mold inspection kit in my house?
Focus on high-touch and moisture-prone areas where bacteria and mold thrive: refrigerator handles, cutting boards, doorknobs, bathroom surfaces, kitchen sinks, and water dispensers. Also test drinking water sources, especially if you notice unusual taste, odor, or visible contamination in water lines.
Is this bacteria test kit safe to use around children and pets?
Is this bacteria test kit safe to use around children and pets?
Yes, our bacteria test kit is completely safe for households with children and pets. The testing process is non-toxic and family-friendly. Developed by a family business, this kit is specifically designed to help parents protect their homes from invisible microbial dangers that can affect family health.
