Pawsitive Mould Detection | K9 Mould Detection

Why K9 Detection

The nose knows what no inspector can see

300M

Olfactory receptors in a dog's nose vs. 5 million in humans

10,000×

More powerful sense of smell than a human

1 in 20T

Can detect one drop of liquid in 20 Olympic swimming pools

Visual inspections and moisture meters can only assess the areas they can see or reach. A trained detection dog can identify mould-related odour coming from hidden areas such as beneath flooring, inside wall cavities, or between subfloors, helping narrow where further investigation should begin.

Our professionally trained and certified K9 mould-detection team works by scent toward the strongest accessible mould-odour indication. No drilling, no guesswork, no tearing open walls. When the K9 indicates, we document the precise accessible location so targeted follow-up can begin. When the K9 does not indicate, you receive a documented no-indication result for the areas searched.

We're not here to say other methods don't have their place. We're here to offer a better one.

Understanding the Result

What a K9 indication actually tells you

The K9 team is trained to work toward the strongest accessible mould-related odour detected during the search. That gives you a focused location for further investigation rather than a broad area of guesswork.

A precise indication location

When the K9 indicates, PMD records the exact accessible point where the trained response is strongest. This may help a contractor, insurer, property manager, or homeowner decide where targeted follow-up should begin.

Active or residual odour

An indication may relate to active growth or to residual contamination from an earlier leak, flood, or moisture event. The K9 search does not determine whether mould is currently growing.

No indication detected

A no-indication result means the trained K9 did not provide an indication in the accessible areas searched at that time. It does not certify that a property is mould-free or rule out inaccessible or low-odour material.

PMD is a detection-only service. We do not take samples, provide laboratory confirmation, diagnose health conditions, identify plumbing or building defects, perform remediation, or recommend a specific contractor. Our role is to provide independent canine indication-location reporting.

The Process

From booking to report — before we leave your driveway

Fast, professional, and fully documented from the moment you book to the moment the report hits your inbox.

Book Online

Select your zone and booking category directly on our booking form. Complete your details, review and agree to the pre-inspection documents, and your appointment is confirmed — all in one place.

We Arrive and Conduct the Inspection

The handler and K9 team work through the property room by room. Non-invasive — no tools, no damage, no disruption. Every K9 indication is photographed and recorded at the precise accessible location.

Payment Collected On Site

Cash, e-transfer, or credit card (processing surcharge applies). Payment is confirmed before the report is released.

Report and Invoice Arrive in Your Inbox

A professionally branded PDF — room-by-room findings, indication-location photos, overall result, and invoice — emailed before we leave the driveway.

Services

Choose the service that fits your needs

Residential

Non-invasive, independent K9 mould-odour detection for homeowners — designed to help narrow the strongest accessible indication locations before deciding what further investigation may be appropriate.

Non-Invasive

No cutting into walls or unnecessary damage.

Highly Sensitive

Trained K9 detection of mould-associated odour at very low levels.

Fast Results

K9 search completed quickly with documented results.

Independent & Unbiased

PMD is detection-only and does not perform remediation.

Residential pricing shown below is for a full-house inspection. Don't need the entire house inspected? Contact us for a rough quote based on the area you'd like inspected. Contact for a Rough Quote →

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Institutional / Commercial / Industrial

K9 mould detection for offices, schools, hotels, facilities, and other larger or specialized properties.

Custom quote only. This work is not offered through automatic residential pricing, because requirements vary with property size, access, PPE, hazards, escorts, and other site-specific conditions.

Non-invasive search of accessible areas
Suitable for individual areas or larger facilities
Documented digital reporting with photo documentation of canine indications
Service scope arranged around your site requirements

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Who We Work With

Realtors, Property Management, and Insurance professionals regularly refer or book the same PMD residential inspection service on behalf of a property. Add your company on the booking form so we know the context.

Realtors

A pre-listing detection tool to help reduce surprises during a sale. Book before listing, or as soon as the property is listed, so potential mould-odour concerns can be identified and investigated early.

Discuss Realtor Services → Book an Inspection

Property Management

An independent, documented response when a tenant reports suspected mould, during unit turnover, or after leaks, flooding, or repairs — for individual units or larger portfolios.

Discuss Property Services → Book an Inspection

Insurance

Independent K9 mould detection to support property claims and help narrow areas that may require closer investigation — with no financial interest in remediation.

Discuss Insurance Services → Book an Inspection

Client Program

A free program for Realtors, Property Management companies, and others with an ongoing relationship with PMD.

The Client Program is free to join — there is no enrollment or membership fee. It's designed for those who use PMD regularly and want the benefits of an ongoing relationship, with eligibility and benefits reviewed based on usage over time.

Priority next-day booking
90-day report validity
Targeted return visits at the applicable zone rate
Personalized discounts based on usage
Flexible payment terms
PIPEDA-compliant reports with indication-location photos

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The Team

Meet Bill, Zoey & Maddie

Pawsitive Mould Detection started with a conversation, a Belgian Malinois named Zoey, and the realization that there was a better way to find mould. Our certification pathway is ongoing by design. PMD is committed to pursuing relevant independent certifications and continuing education as they become available, strengthening our operational standards, professional credibility, and documented proficiency.

Bill Zamaria

Handler & Founder

Professionally trained K9 handler and founder. Built the detection team and the documented reporting system behind every inspection.

Zoey

Belgian Malinois · Primary Detection Partner

Born April 2024. Professionally trained for mould-odour detection and precise indication work. Loves her ball almost as much as pinpointing the strongest odour location.

Maddie

Dutch Shepherd · In Training

Born April 2025. Maddie is continuing her detection training and operational development as part of PMD's K9 team. Already turning heads everywhere she goes.

PMD operates a professionally trained and certified K9 mould-detection team supported by ongoing training and operational proficiency work.

Common Questions

What you might be wondering

When should I call PMD?

PMD is most useful when there is a concern about possible hidden or unidentified mould odour — for example after a previous leak or water intrusion, unexplained odours, or when you want to narrow an area before invasive investigation. If your property has experienced a sewage backup or visibly contaminated floodwater, a K9 mould-detection inspection is generally not the first step. Sewage-contaminated porous materials such as drywall and insulation typically require removal and proper remediation. Address the contaminated materials first. PMD may be useful afterward if there is a concern that mould-related odour remains elsewhere in the structure.

What if no K9 indication is detected?

A no-indication result is still a documented result. It means the trained K9 did not provide an indication in the accessible areas searched at the time of service. It does not certify that a property is mould-free or rule out inactive, concealed, inaccessible, or previously remediated mould.

Is K9 mould detection safe for the dog?

Yes. PMD's K9s are trained to detect mould-associated odour and do not need to touch or disturb mould during a search. If mould is clearly visible, the K9 is not used to investigate that location because the concern is already apparent. Our dogs' health and safety come before any inspection; if conditions are not appropriate for the K9, that area is not searched. Their health is monitored while working, with basic health checks every six months and a full health examination annually. Our K9s are not simply working dogs — they're family, and their wellbeing always comes first.

Can K9 detection find mould under hardwood floors or inside walls?

A K9 detection dog works by scent, not sight, and may detect mould-related odour moving from concealed materials into accessible airspace. The K9 can work toward the strongest accessible indication location, helping identify where targeted follow-up should begin. A K9 indication identifies the strongest accessible mould-related odour location detected by the trained K9. It does not identify the mould species or confirm concentration, viability, health risk, or the cause of moisture.

Do you identify the active leak or moisture source?

No. PMD identifies the strongest accessible mould-odour indication location. A K9 indication may relate to active growth, residual contamination, concealed material, or a previous moisture event. Determining the cause of moisture requires separate investigation by an appropriate qualified professional.

When do I receive my report?

Before we leave your driveway. Once payment is confirmed on site, the system automatically generates a branded PDF — room-by-room findings, indication-location photos, overall result, and invoice — and emails it directly to you.

Do you perform mould remediation?

No — and intentionally so. We are a detection-only service with no financial relationship with any remediation company. Our findings are never influenced by referral fees. You receive an independent, unbiased result every time.

How is my personal information protected?

All client data is stored securely within Microsoft 365, processed through a PIPEDA-compliant automated pipeline, and retained for 7 years. We do not sell or share your information with any third party.

We don't just detect mould odour.
We help pinpoint where it's strongest.

The nose knows what no inspector can see