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 environment

• Dexter 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 defense

  • Strategic landscaping and moisture control around your foundation make all the difference

Whether 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 Information

Charleston Functional Medicine
Amy Parker Lawson, MSN, APRN, FNP‑C
Office: (843) 396‑0477
Website: https://www.charlestonfunctionalmed.com/
Email: [email protected]
Address: 21 E Gamecock Ave, Charleston, SC 29704

Wilson’s Exterminating Service – Local Pest & Termite Control Partner
Phone: 843‑762‑3844
Fax: 843‑225‑5478
Address: 1727 Ashley River Road, Unit 2, Charleston, SC 29407
Website: https://wilsonsexterminating.com
Free inspection estimate, Monday – Friday

Recommended Experts & Books
Dr. Neil Nathan – Expert in mold toxicity and chronic environmental illness
Website: 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 recovery
Website: 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 Testing
ERMI (Environmental Relative Moldiness Index) Kits by EnviroBiomics
Order & details: https://www.envirobiomics.com/product/ermi/

Consultation & Inspection Services
John C. Banta, Environmental Mold Specialist
Assessments & 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 Partner
Pure Indoor Environmental
Website: https://pureindoorenvironmental.com/