Title: AI Mold Testing

Tagline: Break the mold

Available Domain: Moldalert.ai

TLDR: A platform which combines AI imaging and testing to identify dangerous mold in houses

1. Problem/Opportunity❓

The Problem/Opportunity: In the hidden corners of millions of homes across America, a silent threat grows unchecked. And no, it’s not the pile of laundry you still haven’t washed…

It’s something much more sinister. Mold. Mold, affecting over 70% of households in the USA, isn't just a cosmetic nuisance, it's a serious health risk that costs homeowners billions annually. Chronic exposure to mold in your house can lead to a plethora of illnesses, from respiratory conditions to allergic reactions and even neurological conditions. But what if we could spot and stop mold before it becomes a crisis? Here’s how we think you could.

Market Size: The global mold remediation market size was valued at $32 billion in 2023

2. Solution ✅

The Idea: A platform which combines AI imaging and testing to identify dangerous mold in houses

How it Works:

• A user downloads the app and takes a picture of any mold they are worried about in their house
• The app then analyzes the mold and based on its appearance and other factors like location, time of year etc. it gives an indication on what the mold likely is and how dangerous it could be
• At this point users can request a testing kit be sent to the house to confirm exactly what the mold is
• Based on what the mold is the app recommends how best to clean it, or the user can hire someone to remove the mold if required
• The app also sends notifications to periodically review problem areas to ensure the mold does not return

Go-to-market: Start by focusing the Southeast US market (Florida, Louisiana, Mississippi) where the the humidity means that almost half of the homes in these regions have mold issues

Business Model: Charge for testing kits and take a commission where someone is hired to remove mold

Startup Costs: You could start this cheaply by building the mold identification app, getting users, then expanding into the testing and mold removal services