Ep087: Scary Little Thing Called "Mold" - With Michael Rubino

OVERVIEW

They say that home is where our heart is. But do you know that home is where molds are present too? which can affect our health and sleep quality. These tiny particles can be present in the air that we breathe every single day. It is so small it can pass through our system without us knowing. It may sound like a very simple issue but can take a big toll on our health status.

It is very important to take care of our home not just for us but also for our loved ones. It should be a place where we can relax and be safe all the time. We should be aware if mold is present in our home so prevention can be done to stop it from multiplying and causing big damage not just to our house itself but also to our health. Molds can trigger allergies that may lead to serious medical conditions.

For this week's episode, I will be joined by Michael Rubino, a certified mold expert and the author of the book “The Mold Medic”. Michael is also the President of All American Restoration company which aims to help families to have a safer and healthier home environment. He will share with us tips on how to remove molds in our home. Michael will also tell us how to find a good inspector and remediation company, to help us fix these mold issues, that can have a great impact on our health and on our sleep. Tune in and get all the information you need to know about this scary little thing called Mold!

WHAT WILL WE LEARN

01:27 Who is Michael Rubino and what made him interested in studying molds
03:11 How molds can have a great impact on our health state
04:49 Air Quality plays a big role in our health
06:06 How to determine if the cause of your health and sleep issues is your home environment: Know if molds are present in your home
08:35 How to eliminate molds in your house: Find a good mold inspector
10:05 How to find hidden molds in your home
11:39 Is air purifier effective in eliminating molds in your home
12:26 How molds multiply and how to effectively remove them in your home
14:49 What is MSQPCR technology and how it works
15:47 How mold can affect sleep quality and trigger allergies
16:52 It’s not just molds that we need to worry about: Be careful of that tiny little particles
18:23 Diagnosis and Remediation: Why it should not be done by the same person
20:05 How Michael spread awareness about molds and his way of helping families that cannot afford for their home to be inspected
21:31 Having home insurance can be a great help
22:59 Lessen the financial burden due to molds: We all should do our part
24:24 Can home inspection determine if molds are present in your home: Awareness is the key
26:30 Mold education is important
28:15 The Mold Medic: An Expert’s Guide on Mold Removal - What the book is all about
30:15 How to reach Michael and his team