"Water is the root of most home problems in the CSRA. Tom tracks moisture to its source — the leak, the grading, the ventilation gap — so you fix the cause, not just the stain."
Nearly every serious home problem — mold, wood rot, foundation movement, failing finishes — traces back to water. As a Certified Residential Mold Inspector with 15+ years in construction, Tom Cely specializes in finding where moisture is coming from and where it's going. Using moisture meters and a trained eye for the CSRA's specific failure points, he identifies the true source so you can solve the problem once instead of chasing symptoms.
Tom evaluates the areas where water causes trouble — the roof and flashing, exterior grading and drainage, crawlspace or basement, plumbing, windows and doors, and bathrooms — using moisture meters to detect dampness the eye can't see.
He looks for the telltale signs of active and past intrusion: staining, efflorescence, standing water, elevated readings, musty odors, and the conditions that let moisture linger. Every finding is documented with photos and moisture readings.
You receive a plain-language report that identifies the likely source and explains what it will take to correct it — so your repair dollars go to the actual cause.
In our hot, humid climate — with crawlspace foundations, heavy summer rain, and clay-heavy soils — moisture is behind the majority of costly home problems. Left unaddressed, it feeds mold, rots framing, warps floors, and undermines foundations.
The trouble is that water rarely shows up where it enters. A stain on a ceiling may originate feet away; a damp crawlspace may come from grading, a plumbing leak, or missing vapor barrier. Finding the true source takes experience, not just a flashlight.
Fixing the symptom without fixing the source wastes money and lets damage continue. Tom's job is to find the cause so the repair actually holds.
Visible stains, a damp or musty crawlspace, or peeling paint and warped trim are all reasons to have the moisture source found. So is a spike in your indoor humidity or condensation you can't explain.
After a storm, roof issue, or plumbing leak, a moisture inspection confirms whether water got in and where it went. Before buying a home with a crawlspace or a history of water, it's cheap insurance against an expensive surprise.
If you've had a repair done and the problem came back, that's a clear sign the real source was never found — exactly the situation Tom is built for.
From your first phone call to the report in your inbox — clear communication and no surprises at every step.
Call Tom at 706-840-4907. We'll answer your questions and book a time that fits your timeline.
Tom performs a careful, focused evaluation, documenting every finding with clear, high-resolution photos.
You receive a detailed, jargon-free report — typically within 24 hours — plus a summary of the major points.
Tom explains what was found and answers your questions, so you know exactly where you stand.
An inspection is only as good as the inspector behind it. Tom's experience and credentials make the difference.
A South Carolina licensed Residential Home Inspector who inspects per the ASHI Standards of Practice on every job.
Real-world experience built since 2014 across the CSRA — and the eye for detail that comes with it.
15+ years in residential and light commercial construction quality control informs every inspection Tom performs.
Plain-language reports with high-resolution photos and a field summary of the major points.
Tom evaluates the roof, exterior drainage, crawlspace or basement, plumbing, windows, and wet areas using moisture meters, then identifies the likely source of any water problem — documented with photos and readings in a plain-language report.
That's the whole point. Water often shows up far from where it enters, so Tom works to trace it back to the true source — a roof detail, grading, plumbing, or ventilation issue — rather than just noting the stain.
They overlap. Moisture is what feeds mold, so the two go hand in hand. As a Certified Residential Mold Inspector, Tom can add mold evaluation or lab sampling when the moisture findings warrant it.
No — Tom is an independent inspector. He identifies the source and explains the fix so you can hire the right contractor with confidence, keeping his assessment unbiased.
You're welcome to be. Afterward, Tom provides an informative field summary of the major points and answers any questions or concerns you have, so you understand the findings clearly.
Call or text Tom directly at 706-840-4907, or use our contact form. Tom personally handles all scheduling and is happy to answer any questions before booking.
SC License RBI 48737 • Certified Residential Mold Inspector • 3,000+ Inspections • Serving the CSRA Since 2014