In this episode of the Homegrown Podcast, hosts Liz and Joey welcome Christine Cimabue, a licensed contractor and passionate advocate for healthier homes. Christine shares her personal journey that began in 2011 when she discovered severe mold issues in her first home. This experience propelled her into the construction industry, where she now emphasizes the importance of homeowner empowerment, understanding the hidden dangers of mold, and the critical role of proper construction practices. The conversation covers various topics, including the significance of leak testing, the impact of building materials on health, and the necessity of monitoring radon levels in homes.
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00:00 Christine's Journey into Home Health
03:07 The Hidden Dangers of Mold
06:04 Understanding Water Intrusion and Mold Growth
08:59 The Importance of Leak Testing
12:05 Homeowner Empowerment in Construction
15:03 Choosing Healthy Building Materials
18:10 The Role of Insulation in Home Health
21:00 Foundations: The Base of a Healthy Home
23:56 Radon Awareness and Mitigation
27:57 Understanding Radon: The Silent Threat
30:04 The Importance of Indoor Air Quality Monitoring
34:33 Navigating Mold Concerns in Homes
39:23 Mold Remediation: Best Practices and Pitfalls
44:15 Choosing the Right Materials for Healthy Homes
49:15 Waterproofing Bathrooms: Strategies for Prevention
54:12 Building a Healthy Home: Materials and Design Choices
59:00 Navigating Home Buying: Inspections and Considerations
01:04:57 The Pros and Cons of Old Homes vs. New Builds
01:08:48 The Process of Building a Custom Home
01:11:53 Consulting for Healthy Home Builds: Services Offered
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In this episode of the Homegrown Podcast, hosts Liz and Joey welcome Christine Cimabue, a licensed contractor and passionate advocate for healthier homes. Christine shares her personal journey that began in 2011 when she discovered severe mold issues in her first home. This experience propelled her into the construction industry, where she now emphasizes the importance of homeowner empowerment, understanding the hidden dangers of mold, and the critical role of proper construction practices. The conversation covers various topics, including the significance of leak testing, the impact of building materials on health, and the necessity of monitoring radon levels in homes.
Thank you to our sponsors, Ancestral Supplements. Use code: homegrown for 15% off your order.
00:00 Christine's Journey into Home Health
03:07 The Hidden Dangers of Mold
06:04 Understanding Water Intrusion and Mold Growth
08:59 The Importance of Leak Testing
12:05 Homeowner Empowerment in Construction
15:03 Choosing Healthy Building Materials
18:10 The Role of Insulation in Home Health
21:00 Foundations: The Base of a Healthy Home
23:56 Radon Awareness and Mitigation
27:57 Understanding Radon: The Silent Threat
30:04 The Importance of Indoor Air Quality Monitoring
34:33 Navigating Mold Concerns in Homes
39:23 Mold Remediation: Best Practices and Pitfalls
44:15 Choosing the Right Materials for Healthy Homes
49:15 Waterproofing Bathrooms: Strategies for Prevention
54:12 Building a Healthy Home: Materials and Design Choices
59:00 Navigating Home Buying: Inspections and Considerations
01:04:57 The Pros and Cons of Old Homes vs. New Builds
01:08:48 The Process of Building a Custom Home
01:11:53 Consulting for Healthy Home Builds: Services Offered
Find Homegrown on Instagram HERE.
Find Liz Haselmayer on Instagram HERE.
Find Joey Haselmayer on Instagram HERE.
Shop real food meal plans and children's curriculum HERE.
Get exclusive podcast episodes HERE.
Shop natural home goods on Haselmayer Goods HERE.
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