Mold Hunt
🐾 How Indy the Mold Dog Detects Mold: Behind the Scenes of Canine Mold Detection
At Mold Hunt, we rely on the nose of a true expert — Indy the Mold Dog. Trained by renowned canine scent detection specialist Bill Whitstine, Indy uses his powerful sense of smell to find what others can’t: hidden, active mold growth that may be affecting your health and home.
🧠 Why Use a Dog to Find Mold?
A dog’s nose can detect odors up to 100,000 times better than humans. Indy is trained specifically to locate live mold in places where moisture meters and cameras often fall short — behind drywall, under floors, inside HVAC systems, and more.
With Indy, there’s no guesswork, no unnecessary damage, and no need to tear things open just to “see what’s inside.”
✅ Step 1: Pre-Inspection Interview
We begin by learning more about your concerns — recent leaks, symptoms, smells, or past issues. This helps us focus on the areas that matter most.
✅ Step 2: Indy Begins the Search
Wearing his signature red “858-MOLD-DOG” harness, Indy searches your home using a trained sniffing pattern. He moves carefully through each room, detecting the distinct scent of active mold spores.
✅ Step 3: Alert!
When Indy locates mold, he gives a passive alert by sitting. Then, on command, he points his nose directly at the source, helping us identify the exact location — even if it’s behind walls or under flooring.
There’s no scratching or barking, and no damage to your home.
✅ Step 4: Professional Support
After the inspection, we provide clear guidance on what Indy found. If remediation or detox is needed, we work closely with our trusted partners and can point you in the right direction for professional help.
🧪 Indy’s Specialized Training
Indy has undergone rigorous certification and training to detect 16 common indoor mold types, including dangerous strains like Stachybotrys (black mold) and Aspergillus. He was trained using real mold samples and taught to ignore irrelevant smells like mildew or dust.
His training is kept up to date with regular testing to ensure accuracy, safety, and reliability in every home he visits.
🏆 Why Customers Choose Indy
✅ Fast & accurate mold detection
✅ Non-invasive and damage-free
✅ Saves money by catching mold early
✅ Ideal for kids & pets — no chemicals or equipment used
✅ Trusted by homeowners & realtors across Florida
Save Up to $25,000 by Detecting Mold Early with Mold Hunt
Most homeowners don’t realize how quickly mold can spread behind walls, under floors, or inside HVAC systems. By the time visible signs appear, the damage is often extensive — and so are the costs.
With Mold Hunt, our highly trained mold detection dog Indy can pinpoint hidden mold before it spreads, helping you avoid:
- Costly remediation ($10,000–$25,000 or more)
- Structural repairs
- Replacing furniture or flooring
- Health expenses due to prolonged exposure