NBS #95: What It's Really Like to Remediate Mold: A Step-by-Step Client Recap

Never Been Sicker

What does it actually look like to go through a mold remediation—start to finish? In this episode of Never Been Sicker, Michael sits down with Kathleen LeGrys, a HomeCleanse client, to share her firsthand experience navigating chronic illness, discovering hidden mold in her home, and going through the full inspection and remediation process with HomeCleanse.
After struggling for years with Lyme, Bartonella, and Myasthenia Gravis, Kathleen was still not improving as expected. Eventually, high mycotoxin levels led her functional medicine doctor to suspect mold exposure—and that kicked off a journey most people never expect to take.
Kathleen walks us through:
- The early overwhelm of discovering mold and deciding where to start
- Why she chose to remediate her home in phases (and how she budgeted for it)
- What she did before remediation to reduce exposure (including air purifiers and open windows)
- How her lab markers improved just from lowering dust and airborne toxins
- What she replaced in her home—and how she tested items like bedding and furniture to decide what to toss
- The emotional, physical, and financial toll of the process—and why she has zero regrets
If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed by mold, toxins, or chronic symptoms—this is a must-listen success story.
00:00 Introduction to Mold and Health Challenges
02:50 Kathleen's Journey with Mold and Health
06:00 Testing for Mold: Dust Tests vs. Mold Dogs
09:11 Understanding Mycotoxins and Health Correlation
11:45 The Cost of Mold Inspection and Remediation
14:50 Mental Challenges in Addressing Mold Issues
17:54 The Remediation Process: Logistics and Challenges
21:08 Post-Remediation: Rebuilding and Testing
23:58 Living with Mold: Interim Solutions
27:06 The Importance of Replacing Contaminated Items
30:00 Addressing Misconceptions About Mold
33:56 Historical Perspectives on Mold Remediation
35:51 Insurance Challenges and Mold Coverage
37:32 Societal Perceptions of Mold and Health
39:58 Understanding Mold Exposure and Symptoms
46:12 The Prevalence of Mold in Homes
49:57 Personal Experiences with Mold Remediation
54:46 Advice for Those Facing Mold Issues
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