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Mold Detection K-9 Services
You've heard of Bomb Dogs? Drug Dogs? Search and Rescue Dogs? About ten years ago, the growing problem of mold in homes and businesses led researchers to further investigate the possibility that dogs can be trained to detect molds.
Our mold detection dog comes from Falco K9 Academy, world famous for police dogs and detection dogs. Since the mid-80's, Andy Jimenez has trained hundreds of dogs and handlers throughout North America. Falco K9 Academy has taken their experience from training narcotics and explosive detection dogs and used it to train the most effective Mold Detection Dog teams possible.
Mold frequently grows in hidden places behind wall linings, in floors or behind cabinet and appliance installations - and is often invisible from the outside. When moisture builds up from pipes or roofs, high humidity, or flooding conditions are ideal for mold growth and easily detected by a K-9 team.
Top Reasons to use a Mold Dog
Less Expensive
Mold detection K-9’s generate quicker and more accurate results, which leads to lower remediation costs for homeowners and insurers. For schools, hotels, commercial and government buildings, savings in cost can be quite substantial.
Cutting - Edge Technology
The "nose" is cutting-edge technology and the latest trend in the home inspection industry. It's the only inspection tool that can detect and pinpoint sources of hidden mold without destroying walls, ceilings or floors - critical information for lowering costs.
Proven and Trusted
"Man's best friend" has been used for years by military and law enforcement agencies to detect bombs and drugs, among other things. In Europe, dogs have been used to detect mold for over 20 years.
Dogs are Honest
Dogs are trained to work for food and love... and not for profits.
Greater Peace of Mind
Research supports that if the dog finds mold, there's a high statistical probability you should investigate further. If the dog doesn't find mold, you can know with greater certainty that your home, office or school is safe from mold. During certification testing dogs must prove to be at least 93% effective in alerting correctly to the target odor.
Hard Workers
In Germany, government authorities have found that a typical office building search of approximately 200 rooms can take one dog as little as eight hours to complete.
Effective Problem Solvers
For Realtors concerned about escrow timelines, mold dogs can quickly and more accurately inspect a home, which gives both parties the feedback they need to quickly and effectively resolve issues.