Visible mold is only part of a larger danger that hides inside homes and offices. Certain molds release chemical compounds known as mycotoxins. These toxins can remain in the environment long after mold colonies are killed or removed, clinging to dust, fabrics and ventilation systems. Laboratory studies show these toxins can trigger immune responses and other effects in some people.
The Mold Pros, a nationwide environmental services company founded by John Bohde, has built a business on addressing this often-overlooked risk. The firm operates eight regional offices across the United States, excluding New York, and generates about $3 million in annual revenue with 39 percent growth. Since launch, it has served more than 1,000 clients and holds an A+ rating from the Better Business Bureau. Its work targets both visible mold and the invisible toxins that remain when the organism is gone.
Mycotoxins Versus Visible Mold
Mold is a living organism that thrives in damp spaces, while mycotoxins are chemical byproducts produced by certain mold species. Mycotoxins are not alive, and killing the mold does not neutralize the toxins. Research has documented many types of mycotoxins indoors, and exposure risks vary by species, building materials and individual sensitivity.
Traditional remediation often focuses on destroying colonies using biocides or bleach. This removes active growth but can leave behind chemical residues that continue to circulate in air systems and on surfaces. The Mold Pros begins each project with moisture inspection and laboratory testing for mold, bacteria, volatile organic compounds and mycotoxins, then designs a treatment plan based on the full scope of contamination.
A Patent for Cleaner Air
To address the toxins that remain, the company developed and patented an enzyme and botanical treatment designed to neutralize mold byproducts inside buildings. The formulation was clinically tested for its ability to break down mycotoxins so they no longer pose a threat. Instead of harsh chemicals, the system uses natural enzymes to degrade toxin molecules at the molecular level.
Technicians apply this technology after containment and removal of contaminated materials. Laboratory tests before and after treatment confirm that toxins have been neutralized, giving clients measurable results beyond what conventional cleaning typically provides.
Why Dead Mold still Matters
Even when mold colonies are no longer viable, allergenic fragments and chemical residues can remain and become airborne. These particles can enter ventilation systems and continue to expose occupants. By addressing both living colonies and chemical residues, The Mold Pros aims to reduce this lingering risk more thoroughly than standard cleaning methods.
Changing Industry Standards
For years, the restoration industry has measured success by the absence of visible growth. The Mold Pros challenge that standard by requiring laboratory evidence of toxin neutralization. Its patented technology and testing protocols reflect a shift toward verification rather than visual inspection alone.
Healthcare providers across the United States have begun referring patients when environmental illness is suspected. While health effects vary depending on individual sensitivity and level of exposure, the company's work underscores a growing recognition that a clean appearance does not guarantee a safe environment.
Looking Beyond the Surface
The lesson for property owners is clear. A room that looks clean can still harbor harmful toxins left behind by mold. Moisture inspection, laboratory testing and advanced treatment are necessary to eliminate both the organism and its chemical legacy.
The Mold Pros' enzyme technology illustrates how a targeted scientific approach can raise expectations for the entire remediation field. By pairing patented science with laboratory verification, the company offers clients evidence that the invisible threat has been addressed.
