In this episode, we go beyond the cosmetic fixes to tackle the hidden threats eating away at your most important investment—your home. Join broker Currie McCullough as she sits down with:Amy Lawson, functional-medicine nurse practitioner turned mold specialist, who shares her firsthand journey from discovering relentless mold growth in her own James Island home to developing a proven protocol for remediation and recovery. Learn how today’s energy‑efficient upgrades—spray foam, sealed crawl spaces and double‑pane windows—can unintentionally lock in moisture and fuel toxic mold colonies. Amy breaks down:Why modern “airtight” homes often lose the natural ventilation older houses enjoyed How to spot early warning signs and trust your nose (hint: if you can smell mold, it’s already taken hold) UCP - E4(1)Simple tools like hygrometers and ERMI tests to monitor your indoor environmentDexter Wilson, third‑generation expert from Wilson’s Exterminating, who reveals the staggering power of Formosan and dry‑wood termites—capable of consuming over 1,000 lbs of wood per year—and the real costs of infestation (often six‑figure repairs). He demystifies termite bonds and explains why:Ground‑only warranties can leave you exposed to aerial infestations in damp roof eaves UCP - E4(1)UCP - E4(1)Proactive annual inspections—attics to crawlspaces—are your best defenseStrategic landscaping and moisture control around your foundation make all the differenceWhether you own a vintage Charleston single house or a modern build, this episode delivers actionable insights and resources—from trusted certifying bodies to local remediation and inspection services—to help you safeguard your home and health. Tune in and arm yourself with the expert advice you need to keep mold and termites at bay.Additional Resources & Contact InformationCharleston Functional MedicineAmy Parker Lawson, MSN, APRN, FNP‑COffice: (843) 396‑0477Website: https://www.charlestonfunctionalmed.com/Email: [email protected]: 21 E Gamecock Ave, Charleston, SC 29704Wilson’s Exterminating Service – Local Pest & Termite Control PartnerPhone: 843‑762‑3844Fax: 843‑225‑5478Address: 1727 Ashley River Road, Unit 2, Charleston, SC 29407Website: https://wilsonsexterminating.comFree inspection estimate, Monday – FridayRecommended Experts & BooksDr. Neil Nathan – Expert in mold toxicity and chronic environmental illnessWebsite: https://neilnathanmd.com/Book: Toxic: Heal Your Body from Mold Toxicity, Lyme Disease, Multiple Chemical Sensitivities, and Chronic Environmental Illness (https://a.co/d/awCfgF1)Dr. Jill Crista – Specialist in mold-related health recoveryWebsite: https://drcrista.com/Book: Break the Mold: 5 Tools to Conquer Mold and Take Back Your Health (https://a.co/d/dVJ2a1d)Do‑It‑Yourself Mold TestingERMI (Environmental Relative Moldiness Index) Kits by EnviroBiomicsOrder & details: https://www.envirobiomics.com/product/ermi/Consultation & Inspection ServicesJohn C. Banta, Environmental Mold SpecialistAssessments & phone consults: https://www.johncbanta.com/Appointment requests: https://restconenvironmental.com/request-an-appointment/Yes We Inspect – Nationwide inspection company (will travel)Website: https://yesweinspect.com/Local Remediation PartnerPure Indoor EnvironmentalWebsite: https://pureindoorenvironmental.com/

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