How do I know if my chronic health issues are caused by mold or VOCs in my home?

The strongest indicator is environmental correlation: If you consistently feel better when you are away from your home or office, and worse when you return, your building environment is the likely culprit. Mold and VOCs can cause difficulty in breathing, chronic fatigue, neurological symptoms (brain fog, memory loss), joint aches, and sinus infections that doctors often misdiagnose.

Why do doctors often fail to Identify mold-related illness?

Patients who receive a diagnosis of fibromyalgia, chronic fatigue syndrome, chronic allergies, or anxiety are often correctly identified as having a real, debilitating condition. However, conventional medical training fails to connect these valid diagnoses to the underlying root cause: environmental factors like mold toxins (mycotoxins) and VOCs. Lifespan Mold Systems’ core philosophy is that addressing this environmental root cause is the only path to true recovery, a solution that conventional medicine’s limited scope overlooks.

Are mold spores the main danger?

While spores are a threat, the most dangerous toxins produced by mold are the invisible Volatile Organic Compounds (VOCs)—toxic gases like Acetone, Benzene, Methylene Chloride and several other serious gases. These gases are readily absorbed by the body, causing systemic illness, and can easily penetrate walls, paint, and fabric. Lifespan Mold Systems focuses on eliminating these gas producers.

Why are traditional mold inspections and air sampling not enough?

Traditional inspectors often rely solely on air samples for mold species and mold spore counts, which only show what’s currently airborne. They seldom go into the hidden places where mold colonies are present like crawl spaces, or inside HVAC systems, windows crevices, and toilet tanks.

What is involved in your Comprehensive Diagnostics service?

Our service is comprehensive, correlating six factors:

1. Physical Inspection: Thorough inspection of the habitat, from the attic to the crawl space and every nook and cranny in between.
2. Health Survey: Analyzing your detailed symptoms and history.
3. Written Report: Details of all the findings of the inspection
4. Conclusion: A summary of the findings.
5. Protocol: A step by step process for mold removal and mold treatment. This includes everything in the home or structure, including personal belongings
6. Proposal: You will receive an exact price for the Mold service.

Is it necessary to remove drywall or tear out crawl space to find or treat the mold?

Often, no. Because our diagnostic process tracks the toxic gases produced by the mold, we can pinpoint the source without unnecessary destructive testing. This saves time and minimizes remediation costs.

What is the Lifespan Mold Systems Mold Neutralizer?

It is a proprietary, chemical fumigation product developed by our founder, Art Wenholz, specifically to address the failures of conventional remediation. It is a turn-key, non-residual treatment designed to penetrate deep into structural materials.

How does the Mold Neutralizer work differently from bleach or conventional treatments?

Bleach and many conventional products only treat surface mold and may not kill the toxic gas-producing fungi and bacteria at their roots. Our fumigation process allows the Neutralizer to reach deep into wood fibers, fabric, furniture, and crevices, ensuring comprehensive elimination of the pathogen and the toxic VOC producers.

Is the treatment safe for my family and pets?

The treatment is a powerful, industrial-grade process and is only performed while the home is vacant. After the necessary aeration and clearance period, the home is safe for occupancy. We ensure a safe, clean, and non-residual environment before the job is complete.