30. Understanding Mold: Signs, Symptoms & Solutions for a Safer Home with Andrew Melrose

Mold—it’s one of those topics that feels overwhelming, mysterious, and a little scary. In this episode, I talk with Andrew Melrose, owner of Melrose Mold Solutions, to finally demystify what mold is, how it really affects your health, and what to do if you suspect it’s in your home.

Andrew shares everything from how mold grows, the difference between mold safe vs. mold free, what to look for during inspections, and why mold remediation is much more than just spraying bleach and painting over it. Whether you're in a new build or a decades-old home, this episode will empower you to be a more mold-aware homeowner.

In today’s episode, we cover:

• What mold actually is—and how it behaves like a plant

• The symptoms mold exposure can cause, from fatigue to inflammation

• Why mold is more common than most people realize

• How to inspect your own home using basic tools for under $150

• Mold-safe vs. mold-free: what’s actually realistic

• The truth about new builds vs. older homes when it comes to mold risk

• The step-by-step process of proper mold remediation 

• Encouragement that most mold issues are fixable—not a reason to panic or move

  
  

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