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Shana Marie Placenti

NORMI & NAMP Certified Mold Inspector, Dual-Certified Mold Inspector, Founder

Shana did not choose this work it chose her. After a serious toxic mold exposure that led to Chronic Inflammatory Response Syndrome (CIRS), she experienced firsthand how difficult it can be to identify sources, trust results, and navigate recovery. Traditional inspections often missed hidden problems, prolonging symptoms and uncertainty.

Determined that others wouldn’t endure the same hardship, Shana built Mold K9 Inspectors LLC with a health-first, evidence-informed approach. By combining Jett’s elite K9 scent detection with dual-certified inspection expertise and CIRS-aware guidance, she helps clients move from confusion to clarity so families can make confident decisions and reclaim safe environments. Who we are

Mold K9 Inspectors LLC is a specialized K9 mold detection team led by Shana Marie Placenti—CIRS Health Coach (Shoemaker Trained), Dual-Certified Mold Inspector, and Founder—and her Giant Schnauzer, Jett. Together, they deliver elite precision on every inspection—combining professional K9 scent detection with human investigation and health-protective guidance.

Certifications, Qualifications & Training

  • Certified Cirs Coach (click for details)

  • Shoemaker Protocol–trained CIRS Health Coach (Discovery calls available)

  • Professional K9 Training: Jett trained in scent detection under Bill Whitstine (Florida Canine Academy)

  • Extensive experience supporting clients navigating CIRS, Lyme, and biotoxin sensitivities

Support Groups I Have Created

Professional Certifications, Credentials & Specialized Training

Certification badge for Shana M. Placenti as an IAQ/Mold Assessor.

Mold Inspection, Assessment, & Medically-Informed Environmental Health

  • NORMI-Certified Mold Inspector / Assessor
  • NAMP-Certified Mold Inspector / Assessor
Certificate of completion for a data science specialization.

Additional Specialized Education

  • Navigating Mold & CIRS — Certificate of Completion
  • ERMI Certified — Environmental Relative Moldiness Index Interpretation
Certificate of completion awarded to Shana Placent by CIRS Institute.
Certificate of completion for Mold Inspection training.
Certificate of completion from CIRS Institute for MRI remediation training.
Certificate of completion from CIRS Institute for MobiNMD MPD Inspector training.

CIRSX Institute

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CIRSX

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Our Promise

We operate with integrity, discretion, and science-informed methods—centered on protecting your health, your family, and your investment.

Who We Help

  • Homeowners

  • Renters & landlords

  • Mold-Sensitive families

  • CIRS, MCAS & Lyme clients

  • Real estate professionals

  • Property managers

  • Remediators

  • Schools, Hotels, Builders

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Why Choose Us

  • K9 detection finds hidden mold

  • We don’t sell remediation – unbiased results

  • Professional reporting

  • Confidential, ethical, scientific approach

  • Extended Coverage: Nationwide travel available

The Elite K9 Advantage

  • Precision

    K9 scent detection can localize concealed sources instruments may overlook.

  • Speed

    Rapid sweeps reduce guesswork and costly trial-and-error.

  • Health-First

    CIRS-aware methods, practical education, and next-step clarity.

  • Dual-Certified Team

    Human + K9 working together for higher confidence.

  • Nationwide Coverage

    We travel—all 50 states.

  • Integrity & Care

    Clear communication, concise reporting, and client advocacy.

What We Do
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Community & Credibility

We’re active leaders in the MOLD and CIRS community. Join and learn in our groups:

  • MOLD/CIRS/LYME/TOXINS Healing and Recovery Group

  • Mold Detection Dogs USA Group

  • The CIRS Dating/Friendship/Support Group

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