Articles from the Founder

The following articles were written by 1-800-GOT-MOLD? founder, Jason Earle.

Don't Finish Your Basement... Until You Read This

Due to popular demand, I have been forced to sit down at my computer and put to paper my mold prevention ideas and concepts that apply to finishing basements and other sub-grade living spaces. First, let me say that if you are reading this you are head and shoulders above the mass of the population that will...

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Mold Testing: A Closer Look

So you think you need to get mold testing done. Why? Do you think you have a mold problem somewhere? Can you see it? If it is visible, the EPA says that mold testing isn't necessary. They feel that the type of mold you have doesn't matter. Since mold growth is caused by excess moisture, what matters is getting rid...

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What You Should Know About Certified Mold Inspectors And Certified Mold Remediators

When the subject of mold mushroomed in the late 1990's into the heated issue that it has become, opportunity seekers from near and far began chanting the mantra "Mold is Gold". Nearly as fast as mold grows on drywall, an entire industry sprang forth from practically nothing. Suddenly there were plenty of certified mold inspectors...

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Why 1-800-GOT-MOLD? Exists

I founded a company called Lab Results on March 3, 2003 to specialize in the detection, location, diagnosis and prevention of mold and moisture problems in all indoor environments. To eliminate wasteful testing and save valuable time, we employ specially trained mold-detection dogs - specifically Labrador Retrievers - to help us find sources of hidden mold growth...

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