The Senate and House have begun the budget conference process in earnest.
Sen. Dennis Jones and Senator Steve Wise who had originally passed the legislation regarding the Mold Inspection and Remediation licensure statutes have All vowed to help us derail the requirements and the new grandfathering period. However we need to keep making contacts with those I listed.
I also attach for you the list of persons on the House and Senate Budget conference Committee and the House Natural Resources committee members who should also be contacted at this time.
Please email or send the suggested message which is attached.
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SAMPLE LETTER
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__________, 2011
Dear (insert name from below list here)
As you begin the conference process I am writing to you with my concerns regarding HB 5007. As a conforming bill, this bill would virtually eliminate the educational requirements for mold remediators and mold assessors. It would also grandfather mold assessors and remediators for an additional period of time allowing marginally qualified persons, as well as untrained Home Inspectors, to become licensed.
This bill as a streamlining of regulations has never been heard in the senate and leaves home owners and business owners open to the fraud and unprofessional practices experienced until the profession was regulated. With many drywall problems unresolved, now is not the time to leave the public unprotected.
Please oppose this bill or strike the mold assessor and remediation language from the bill.
Please contact me or Gene Adams at (850) 222-3533, our lobbyist, should you have any questions.
Cordially,
Senate Budget Subcommittee or General Government Appropriations
Hays, Alan (Chair)
324 Senate Office Building
Tallahassee, FL 32399
(850) 487-5014
M.A.R.C. Contributors and Florida Mold Professionals
As you know the Budget committee refused the House mold language in HB 5007 and sent it up the ladder to the committee chairs.
This weekend the Budget Committee Chairs have decided to send the HB 5007 Mold Amendment forward as it stands to the Committee Presiding Officers and then to the floor for a vote.
We need to now focus on sending emails and phone calls to the presiding officers. The message remains the same.
M.A.R.C. is still in need of your support both financially and through your emails. If you are not currently listed on the M.A.R.C. website as a supporter please go to the M.A.R.C. website www.MARCFL.com and fill out a contribution pledge to STOP the amendment of the Current Mold Licensing Law.
Please send this email out and ask all of your peers to do the same.
The email subject should be “No to HB 5007″
As the session continues I am writing to you with my concerns regarding HB 5007.
Please DO NOT Amend the Current Mold Licensing Law.
Training in water, mold, and respiratory protection are crucial to the safe and correct assessment and remediation of mold. The necessary training is in accordance with ANSI and OSHA.
American National Standard Institute Approved S500 – Standard and Reference Guide for Professional Water Damage Restoration
American National Standard Institute Approved S520 – Standard and Reference Guide for Mold Remediation
Occupational Safety and Health Administration OSHA’s Respiratory Protection Standard (29 CFR 1910.134 and 29 CFR 1926.103) OSHA is the main federal agency charged with the enforcement of safety and health legislation
Please oppose this bill.
Thank you.
Budget Committee
alexander.jd.web@flsenate.gov, negron.joe.web@flsenate.gov, altman.thad.web@flsenate.gov, benacquisto.lizbeth.web@flsenate.gov, bogdanoff.ellyn.web@flsenate.gov, fasano.mike.web@flsenate.gov,
flores.anitere.web@flsenate.gov, gaetz.don.web@flsenate.gov, hays.alan.web@flsenate.gov, joyner.arthenia.web@flsenate.gov,
lynn.evelyn.web@flsenate.gov,nmargolis.gwen.web@flsenate.gov,
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siplin.gary.web@flsenate.gov, sobel.eleanor.web@flsenate.gov,
thrasher.john.web@flsenate.gov, wise.stephen.web@flsenate.gov
The Florida House approved HB 5005 that would end the licensure and regulation of 14 professions; luckily Mold Related Services were removed from that bill via the mold services amendment Bill HB5007. The Florida House did approved HB5007 that would amend the current Mold Licensing requirements Mold Related Services. Before the bill can become a law it still needs to make it through the Senate.
The house quickly moved the “Hot Potato” amendment bill through the House and left it in the hands of the Senate.
HB Bill 5007 amends the current Florida Mold Licensing Law by:
These proposed amendments to the current licensing law would reduce the license to nothing more than a tax on the industry.
Dan Pollock, M.A.R.C.’s voice on the hill, feels the Florida Senate may be unwilling to pass similar bills. The Palm Beach Post reported today that Sen. John Thrasher, R-St. Augustine, a former House Speaker, was hesitant to eliminate or reduce laws protecting Florida consumers. He was quoted as saying, "To me, even as a conservative Republican, I still think there is room for some regulation, particularly when it impacts on the public."
You can learn more about the bill and read it here: http://www.flsenate.gov/Session/Bill/2011/5007
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lorida Republicans have introduced H.B.5005 & 5007 to reduce or in most cases totally ELIMINATE ALL LICENSING & REGULATION
The key to the logic behind these mysterious bills is to discover WHICH specific item has been hidden in plain sight WITHIN the GROUP being deregulated that SOMEBODY thinks is worth selling the entire state down the river for.
The OTHER professions included in these bills represent, and have been successfully employed as, a diversionary smokescreen.
HB 5005 Relating to Deregulation of Professions and Occupations (2011 Session)
Deregulation of Professions and Occupations: Deletes provisions establishing Florida Board of Auctioneers & Motor Vehicle Repair Advisory Council, deletes provisions for regulation of yacht & ship brokers, auctioneers, talent agencies, athlete agents, persons practicing hair braiding, hair wrapping, or body wrapping, interior designers, professional fundraising consultants & solicitors, water vending machines & operators, health studios, ballroom dance studios, commercial telephone sellers & salespersons, movers & moving brokers, certain outdoor theaters, certain business opportunities, motor vehicle repair shops, sellers of travel, contracts with sales representatives involving commissions, & television picture tubes; revises name & membership of Board of Architecture; revises license classifications of public lodging establishments. Effective Date: July 1, 2011
04/07/11 HOUSE Read Third Time; Passed (Vote: 77 Yeas / 38 Nays);
Immediately Certified; Requests that the Senate pass the bill as passed by the House or agree to conference
HB 5007 Relating to Reducing and Streamlining Regulations (2011 Session)
Reducing and Streamlining Regulations: Revises various provisions relating to professions & occupations regulated by DBPR or DOACS, including distribution of motor vehicle consumer's rights pamphlet; transfer of certain driver license information by DHSMV to DBPR; requirements for home inspectors, mold assessors & remediators, asbestos consultants & contractors & landscape architects; professional practice standards for real estate brokers & sales associates; criminal penalties for persons who violate orders or rules of Florida Real Estate Commission or Florida Real Estate Appraisal Board or persons who violate Florida Cosmetology Act or rules of Board of Cosmetology; continuing education requirements for reactivating licenses to practice certain regulated professions & occupations; licensure requirements for CPAs & firms; education requirements for licensed real estate brokers & sales associates; certification of business organizations practicing architecture or interior design; method of payment of certain fees; terminology for repossessor schools & training facilities; penalties for food safety violations committed by cottage food operations; exemptions for cottage food operations from food permitting requirements; regulation of public lodging & food service establishments & fire protection system contractors; department responsibility for Motor Vehicle Warranty Enforcement Act; & regulation of real estate appraisers & appraisal management companies. Effective Date: July 1, 2011
04/07/11 HOUSE Read Third Time; Passed (Vote: 80 Yeas / 38 Nays); Immediately Certified; Requests that the Senate pass the bill as passed by the House or agree to conferenc.
HB 5007 Relating to Reducing and Streamlining Regulations (2011 Session)
Reducing and Streamlining Regulations: Revises various provisions relating to professions & occupations regulated by DBPR or DOACS, including distribution of motor vehicle consumer's rights pamphlet; transfer of certain driver license information by DHSMV to DBPR; requirements for home inspectors, mold assessors & remediators, asbestos consultants & contractors & landscape architects; professional practice standards for real estate brokers & sales associates; criminal penalties for persons who violate orders or rules of Florida Real Estate Commission or Florida Real Estate Appraisal Board or persons who violate Florida Cosmetology Act or rules of Board of Cosmetology; continuing education requirements for reactivating licenses to practice certain regulated professions & occupations; licensure requirements for CPAs & firms; education requirements for licensed real estate brokers & sales associates; certification of business organizations practicing architecture or interior design; method of payment of certain fees; terminology for repossessor schools & training facilities; penalties for food safety violations committed by cottage food operations; exemptions for cottage food operations from food permitting requirements; regulation of public lodging & food service establishments & fire protection system contractors; department responsibility for Motor Vehicle Warranty Enforcement Act; & regulation of real estate appraisers & appraisal management companies. Effective Date: July 1, 2011
04/07/11 HOUSE Read Third Time; Passed (Vote: 80 Yeas / 38 Nays); Immediately Certified; Requests that the Senate pass the bill as passed by the House or agree to conference
When something doesn't smell right (and this one truly stinks) there's usually a reason.
And it often entails a LOT of money changing hands.
BOVO INTRODUCES DISASTROUS DEREGULATION BILL, HANDS OFF THE TICKING TIME BOMB, THEN PROMPTLY RESIGNS TO RUN FOR A LOWER OFFICE.
Representative Esteban L. Bovo, Jr. (R-FL) suddenly resigned in the middle of the lawmaking session to run for the Miami-Dade County Commission. Bovo’s unusual mid-session departure leaves the House a member short, though the GOP will still hold a comfortable two-thirds majority in the chamber. He represents a solidly Republican district.
A couple of his bills will be shepherded through the remaining weeks of the session by other Miami-Dade lawmakers.
Speaking of BOVO, HB 5005, the bill HE INTRODUCED to lower or ELIMINATE state regulations on more than 20 industries, has been shifted off to Rep. Dorothy Hukill, R-Port Orange, who chairs the House Economic Affairs Committee.
Bovo entered politics as an aide to two former state lawmakers and to former Hialeah Mayor Raul Martinez*. Bovo failed in his first bid for legislative office in 1992, eventually making it onto the Hialeah City Council, and he joined the House a decade later, in 2008.
*MIAMI, March 26, 1991— A jury in Federal District Court today found Mayor Raul Martinez of the Miami suburb of Hialeah guilty of racketeering and extortion in the sale of his votes and influence on zoning matters in return for about $1 million in cash or property from developers. Mayor Martinez, who has been suspended from office since the charges were brought against him last year, faces up to 120 years in prison and up to $1.5 million in fines.
Hialeah politics has a long, and admittedly rather colorful history of corruption.
His key achievement as a legislator, Bovo said, was bringing horse racing back to historic Hialeah Park.
Bovo used to work as the park’s marketing director and lobbyist. He now lobbies for Miami Children’s Hospital.
Bovo abruptly left his post as state House of Representatives legislator -- in the middle of the law-making session -- to run for the county commission seat vacated by former Commissioner Natacha Seijas, who was tossed out of office in the same recall election that also ousted county Mayor Carlos Alvarez.
This alone should raise some very large red flags as to his motives. People with political aspirations generally climb up, not down, as this man is doing.
The key to the logic behind these mysterious bills is to discover WHICH specific item has been hidden in plain sight WITHIN the GROUP being deregulated that SOMEBODY thinks is worth selling the entire state down the river for.
The OTHER professions included in these bills represent, and have been successfully employed as, a diversionary smokescreen.
Read more: http://www.miamiherald.com/2011/03/25/2134237/state-lawmaker-bovo-resigns-to.html#ixzz1J4yHfA39
BOVO's VOTING RECORD in Florida House of Representatives:
Current Office: State House
Current District: 110
Party: Republican
BiographicalVoting RecordIssue Positions
(Political Courage Test)Interest Group RatingsCampaign Finances
Business and Consumers
2010 Representative Bovo supported the interests of the Associated Industries of Florida 92 percent in 2010.
2010 Representative Bovo supported the interests of the Associated Industries of Florida - Lifetime 91 percent during their legislative career up until 2010.
2010 Representative Bovo supported the interests of the Florida Chamber of Commerce 87 percent in 2010.
2009 Representative Bovo supported the interests of the Associated Builders and Contractors 100 percent in 2009.
2009 Representative Bovo supported the interests of the Associated Industries of Florida 90 percent in 2009.
2009 Representative Bovo supported the interests of the Associated Industries of Florida - Lifetime 90 percent during their legislative career up until 2009.
2009 Representative Bovo supported the interests of the Florida Chamber of Commerce 75 percent in 2009.
Conservative
2009 Representative Bovo supported the interests of the Christian Coalition of Florida 78.6 percent in 2009.
Gun Issues
2010 In 2010 the National Rifle Association Political Victory Fund gave Representative Bovo a grade of A.
Labor
2009 Representative Bovo supported the interests of the Florida AFL-CIO 0 percent in 2009.
SOURCE: BOVO record: http://www.votesmart.org/issue_rating_category.php?can_id=73705
Palm Beach Post 04/08/11
House passes bills eliminating, reducing state licensing requirements for professions:
http://www.palmbeachpost.com/news/state/house-passes-bills-eliminating-reducing-state-licensing-requirements-1384356.html
As the Florida Mold Licensing Law grandfathering phase draws to a close and mold assessors scramble to submit their application for grandfathering our industry once again hit's the headlines.
February 16, 2011 House Bill 4171 submitted to the Florida House of Representatives, an attempt to repeal the current Florida mold related services legislation.
February 21, 2011 Orlando Mold Remediator Arrested, accused of running fraud scheme.
There is some controversy over the law and whether or not it will actually protect Florida citizens. I believe it's a good law and I believe it actually provides a means for Florida citizens to ensure that their mold remediator or mold assessor has met the minimum requirements of the state required to perform the services on their home. In addition it gives the citizens of Florida a means of either reporting or reviewing previously reported complaints regarding the mold remediators or mold assessors that they may hire.
This is the part of the law that is most beneficial to Florida’s citizens. If Floridians file enough complaints against any licensee for either mold remediation or mold assessment the state can revoke the remediators or assessors license. This is how the state actually uses licensing laws to protect the citizens. Clearly just meeting the minimum requirements of any state licensed doesn't mean that you're going to be the greatest general contractor, physician, or mold remediator. The ability to revoke a license fees license is the true power in the states licensing program.
This is truly providing Florida citizens protection against widespread scams and fraud perpetrated by mold remediators whom for years have falsified mold testing results in an effort to secure mold remediation jobs.
The issue of regulating the mold assessment and mold remediation industry has been in the headlines since 2007 when Gov. Crist signed Senate Bill 2234 into law. There have been many who have pushed to repeal the law feeling that there is no need to regulate the mold related services industry I would have to say that the headlines just this week show that we have a substantial need for regulation and mold related services industry.
Let's just review what has taken place in the state of Florida in the last seven days.
Wednesday of last week February 16th, just 12 days before the current mold related services licensing law grandfather time period elapsed, Representative James W Grant, District 47, filed HB 4171 in an effort to repeal the current legislation requiring mold or mediators and mold assessors to obtain a state license.
Monday of this week February 21st, just seven days before the grandfathering time period elapsed, Senator Bill Norman, District 12, filed SB 2214 a sister bill intended to repeal the current Mold Related Services provision requiring both mold remediation is and mold assessors to be licensed by the state.
Monday February 21st, the same day that Senator Norman filed SB 2214, the owner of an Orlando Mold Inspection and Remediation Business was Arrested on charges that he falsified testing records and defrauded customers, according to the Department of Environmental Protection.
So the very same day that Sen. Bill Norman filed a bill to repeal the current licensing law the DEP Department of Environmental Protection arrest a mold remediator who was performing his own testing in an effort to secure mold remediation jobs.
This remediator faces charges of grand theft, insurance fraud, and violations of the RICO act.
This Mold Remediator he violated the current state legislation stating that he cannot provide mold remediation and assessment on the same job.
I find it hard to imagine that either Representative Grant or Senator Norman couldn't see the benefit of the current legislation and the overwhelming need to protect Florida citizens from fraudulent remediators who also perform their own assessment.
Maybe Representative Grant and Senator Norman need to review the legislative purpose of the current mold licensing legislation.
The Florida State Mold Law Legislative purpose.–The Legislature finds it necessary in the interest of the public safety and welfare, to prevent damage to real and personal property, to avert economic injury to the residents of this state, and to regulate persons and companies that hold themselves out to the public as qualified to perform mold-related services.
The Orlando mold remediator was arrested on charges that he falsified testing records and defrauded customers in an effort to secure more remediation jobs.
The current legislation would provide Florida citizens a means of reporting any questionable or fraudulent actions by either mold remediators or mold assessors. This provides both a means for future citizens to review complaints of any mold remediator or mold assessor they may want to hire.
Furthermore current legislation provides the state the power to revoke the license of any mold remediator or mold assessor based on the remediate her or assessor’s history of complaints as investigated and confirmed by the state.
The mold remediator arrested Monday by the DEP had more than 29 filed complaints, 29. Clearly you won't find any licensed professional in the state of Florida with 29 complaints lodged against them before the state of Florida revokes their license.
The current Florida mold related services legislation provides Florida citizens a means for reporting fraudulent acts committed by mold or mediators and mold assessors protecting their neighbors from fraudulent remediators and assessors. By requiring mold remediators and mold assessors to obtain a license we have provided a central location for our citizens to report fraudulent cases so they can be investigated by the state just as any other licensed professional the state of Florida. And just as any other licensed professional in the state of Florida that enough complaints are lodged in the state feels it necessary a license can be revoked.
DEP alleges the mold remediator, arrested an Orlando Monday, obtained samples that he told his clients would be tested, however, no testing occurred. Rather the remediator provided fictitious laboratory reports to clients that were extremely technical.
The mold remediator then offered assistance in performing “remediation,” for the mold problems — tearing out walls, carpet, flooring and cabinets — in order to remove the supposed mold.
This is the very reason that we have the current Florida mold related services legislation. The current licensing laws prevent mold remediate it from providing their own testing which prevents the number one scam in the mold related services industry, falsified mold testing.
I challenge both Representative Grant and Senator Norman to reread the following legislation and rethink the need to repeal a law that can have such an immediate affect protecting Florida citizens from unnecessary mold related services scams.
As of July 1, 2010 the state of Florida Prohibits anyone from performing or offering to perform any mold remediation to a structure on which the mold assessor or the mold assessor’s company provided a mold assessment within the last 12 months. Perform or offer to perform any mold remediation unless the remediator has documented training in water, mold, and respiratory protection under s. 468.8414(2). Accept any compensation, inducement, or reward from a mold assessor or mold assessor’s company for the referral of any business from the mold assessor or the mold assessor’s company. Offer any compensation, inducement, or reward to a mold assessor or mold assessor’s company for the referral of any business from the mold assessor or the mold assessor’s company. A mold remediator shall maintain a general liability insurance policy in an amount of not less than $1,000,000 that includes specific coverage for mold-related claims.
Mold Related Services Licensing Law Grandfathering
The requirements for grandfathering as amended by House Bill 713 include submission of an application to the department by March 1, 2011, whether postmarked or delivered by that date. Applicants must meet the following licensure requirements:
HB 4171 – Mold Related Services Filed Wednesday, February 16, 2011 2:41 PM
GENERAL BILL by Grant District 47
Mold-Related Services: Repeals provisions relating to DBPR's mold-related services licensing program, regulation of mold assessment & mold remediation, examination, licensure, continuing education, & discipline of mold assessors & mold remediators, & certification of corporations & partnerships offering mold assessment or mold remediation to public.
SB 1244: Mold-related Services Filed Monday, February 21, 2011
GENERAL BILL by Norman District 12
Mold-related Services; Repeals provisions relating to the mold-related services licensing program of the Department of Business and Professional Regulation, the regulation of mold assessment and mold remediation, the examination, licensure, continuing education, and discipline of mold assessors and mold remediators, and the certification of corporations and partnerships offering mold assessment or mold remediation to the public. Conforms provisions.
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Florida Territory Manager
Demilec LLC (USA)
Lydia is a detailed oriented consultant who has a deep concerned for environmental issues.
I would recommend Lydia to anyone who is in need of her services.
Larry Riley,
OSHA Consultant & Instructor,
Access Safety Compliance Training, Inc
I have worked very closely with John P. Lapotaire to manage mold remediation services.
He has provided professional guidance to determine the most effective means to manage this critical work and be in compliance with the IICR S520 Standard and Reference Guide for Professional Mold Remediation.
During the time we spent analyzing and implementing the least cost alternatives, I was able not only to gain firsthand knowledge of John P. Lapotaire's abilities as a professional Building Envelope & Indoor Environmental Consultant but also exposed to his work ethic to solving commercial and residential antimicrobial application considerations.
He has a distinct ability to get his point across and get the job accomplished.
John P. Lapotaire performance in all of these areas is outstanding and I respect his knowledge and his business planning expertise
Ralph Vock
Owner, RLV Services Inc dba
Puroclean Emergency Restoration Specialists
John is a dedicated professional who keeps up on his trade giving back to the community through public talks on IAQ and volunteering as an adult leader and trainer for Central Florida Council Boy Scout program.
One of the rare positive role model people in our community, John keeps the good things happening for our youth.
Erik Penfield,
Managing Director,
E Advisor Services, LLC
John has been a great blessing for us at H2o911 Restoration in Central Florida.
He helped us in opening our Central Florida Division and getting the name out quickly, He helped us turn estimates into jobs immediately, and as a result we are expecting our second year of profit.
John is highly respected by our employees at H2o911 Restoration for his willingness to help anyone anytime he can.
He is very well organized, diligent in his paperwork, easily reachable, and always on time. We will return to John for many years to come.
For these reasons, I would highly recommend John as your service provider.
Jana Keeling
Business Development
H2o911 Restoration
John and his company provided an excellent air quality inspection for us he was very professional and was well worth the money spent for peace of mind.
Thank you again and look forward to working with John in the future!
Thank You Microshield
Ross Kempster
John was very helpful in an asbestos abatement case where the homeowners were looking to renovate their existing kitchen but had flooring that contained asbestos under their kitchen tile.
John helped me with walking the homeowner through what we needed to do to get the job done.
John always returned my calls and was very helpful in helping me understand what needed to be done.
I will definitely use John's services in the near future
Jon Kilgore, LEED AP
Managing Partner at BRC Builders, LLC
I have known John for several years and have learned that his combination of professional and personal qualities sets him apart from others.
He is an expert in his field and is driven to provide the highest level of service to everyone he meets.
John approaches each individual as his most important client, creates lasting relationships, and always exceeds expectations.
His sincere and professional approach, his unmatched ethics and integrity, and amazing passion for serving others is matched only by his outstanding results.
John is someone you can count on, and someone you want on your team.
Jerry Sulsenti
John Lapotaire and Microshield Environmental Services have been a pleasure to work with.
John has provided me with expert advice on how to protect my homes and offer my customers an environmentally safe home.
From John to the office staff and field personnel, all have been professional and reliable.
I definitely will continue working with John and Microshield Environmental Services."
Jeff DiCiero, Owner
Gold Leaf Custom Homes
When working with John, I found him to be an enthusiastic manager, who strived to build a cohesive team.
He was always striving for the correct solution in a fast paced, frenetic, environment.
He is extremely knowledgeable in all facets of the construction industry.
I enjoyed working with John and I am sure anyone who engages his company will as well.
Brad Walker
Director of Development
The St Joe Company
John is a outstanding professional.
He takes on challenges and goals. Completes task with high recommendations.
Joe Strada
Sales Manager at
Del-Air Heating and Air Conditioning
I have had the opportunity to work on several projects with John and found his analysis and recommendations to be thorough and well thought out.
His concern for his client's well-being is second to none.
I would not hesitate to recommend any of our customers to John.
Brian Hastings , President ,
4 Seasons Air Conditioning & Heating, Inc.
John always provides professional, experienced service for us and our clients whenever we have a mold mitigation challenge.
During several of our renovation projects, John has worked both as a subcontractor and as a consultant for us and we rely on his expertise whenever we are confronted with these issues.
I would be glad to recommend John and his company for your needs.
Rick Jennings, GMB, CGR, CGP
Owner/Manager, Nautilus Homes
I have engaged John's firm on several occasions we have always found his firm to be professional, knowledgeable and a team player.
John reflects a lot of diligence to be a top source of information in his field.
I would work with his firm again and always consider him a valuable source in air quality and indoor environmental matters.
Doug Bush, President
SSW and Bush Contractors, LLC
John has extensive training and experience in the Indoor Air Quality field and is highly qualified.
John's company, Microshield Environmental Services is the only IAQ Company I recommend to my clients.
I recommend him knowing our mutual clients will be completely satisfied with his work and professionalism.
I am proud to be associated with him.
Richard Ross, President,
Accurate Home Inspections of America, LLC
You may find several people to attest that John is an expert in his field.
What many may not know is his commitment to community and providing a better environment for which people live and work.
John did not hesitate when I presented an opportunity to help out a local historical group with a building that has some challenges.
Not only did he donate his time and expertise, but has committed to continuing his assistance far beyond what most people would have.
Thank you!
W. Steven Edmonds, Jr.,
Owner/President, WE Home Inspections, Inc
John is a savvy business person that knows his field well.
He understands the details behind mold remediation and water extraction as it relates to both residential and commercial applications.
You would do well to consider Microshield for your environmental needs - your home or business will thank you.
Cassandra Branson, Managing Owner,
President, Mango Tree Interiors
John is a professional who always delivers quality service on time, in budget and with confidence to exceed expectations.
Before going anywhere else, ask him for advice and trust you will receive the best answer within the industry.
Casey Dare,
Superintendent / Customer Service manager,
KB HOME Construction
I first met John when Buyers of mine wanted their home tested for absolutely everything in the world!
I thought their request was frivolous, considering that the home they were buying was just about brand new!
But John came in, set up his equipment, and in a very professional way, set up an unbiased testing ground to see if there were any allergens, mold spores, or anything that was dangerous living in the air in the home.
His work became a curious project for me to observe.
With technology that befuddled me, John proceeded to maneuver his equipment like a pro! Ultimately, when the time came for the inspections to be completed, John's report was succinct, exact, and presented in a clear, precise and respectful manner.
I have just called John to have the drywall tested in our personal home!
If I did not think John was THE BEST in Orlando, I would not have called on him the minute I heard about the Chinese Drywall problems!
CALL MICROSHIELD! YOU WILL BE GLAD YOU DID!
Debbie Kantor, Realtor
Re/Max Town Centre
John Lapotaire is a professional in the true sense of the meaning of professional.
Not only is his work professional, but his demeanor, language, report and communication is also professional.
He is trustworthy, budget minded, and has an excellent skill set as an industry professional.
He understands the bigger picture, and respects the opportunity for servicing clients in a professional manner which creates top of mind awareness.
We will utilize his services again in the future.
Marlene Linders,
Owner, Philders Group Intl Inc
Orlando Chapter Director, Indoor Air Quality Assoc.
John Lapotaire has been a trusted colleague and service provider to me for the last five years.
I consider him to be an expert on construction methodology in the residential field which lends further credence to his ability in the specialized field of indoor air quality rating and consulting.
I would not hesitate to obtain services from John at all and trust the results would be completely to my satisfaction.
Ken Goldberg Owner,
Chandler/Goldberg, LLC
John is extremely knowledgeable in the area of mold contamination and what causes the situation to happen in the first place.
I have worked with many in his field and find John to be heads above the rest.
Patrick Monroe, Orlando
John is organized, efficient, extremely competent, and has an excellent rapport with people.
His communication skills are excellent and he has a deep and detailed knowledge of his profession.
Guy Holt, Orlando
After bad experiences with other companies in this field and receiving conflicting advice with poor results and delayed answers etc.
John was a breath of fresh air.
His knowledge, professionalism, desire and willingness to work with and advise me to ensure that I performed the best work possible to give my clients the best results possible vs. just being a testing company who only cared about getting paid to perform tests regardless of the outcome was outstanding.
I will be using him exclusively from now on.
Jeff Abelman,
Owner Marlin Pro Construction
John has a great IAQ presentation.
He visited our group (USGBC- Brevard Branch) and he was very knowledgeable and informative.
Well worth inviting him, I highly recommend John.
Linda Molica
Brevard Branch Steering Committee
U.S. Green Building Council
John Lapotaire did an excellent job finding the source of the water damage that others had not been able to locate.
He made great recommendations and had our problems solved quickly.
Microshield will be the only company I'll call for services next time.
Joel Peisner, Winter Springs
I would highly recommend John for any of your Environmental issues pertaining to real estate.
He is very personable and knowledgeable about environmental issues and I have no doubt in his ability to resolve any issues with clean air quality.
Before you build or remodel, give John a call.
Clayton Human
Eco Tech Builders Inc.
John is extremely professional in all aspects of his field, provides a great service for the price quoted and shows up on time.
You can't go wrong with John as he will always guide you in the right direction.
I would have no problem recommending John to anyone I know including family members and you can't ask for more than that.
Thanks Microshield!
Chris Brown, Orlando
John has been a great asset to my company he has always had a quick response time and has always been able to cater to my business needs.
I have no issues with putting John in front of my customers to help explain the processes involved with our remediation and rebuild projects.
I could not ask for someone better to partner up with on these difficult and challenging projects.
Jim Talbert
Owner Multifamily Restoration
John was the perfect additional to our team.
He is very straight forward and knowledgeable in his field.
As part of the team, he also took the time to educate our clients which kept things running smoothly.
Greg Hardwick,P.E.,CGB,CGP,LEED AP
Owner Hardwick General Contracting,Inc.
John was extremely professional a true pleasure to work with.
Thanks John
Jimmy Kolomiyets Owner
Emergency Response Restoration
John Lapotaire is very knowledgeable in the area of Indoor Air Quality and provides excellent feedback for those that have little or no experience in the field.
John is a professional and well versed in his area of expertise.
Bonnie Klein, C.M.R,
Marketing Manager,
Florida Mold Consultants
John Lapotaire has abundant industry and product knowledge. He is by no means new to this industry.
He is top notch when it comes to trouble shooting and eliminating the problem.
Dan Ekberg, Owner,
Ekberg Stucco, Inc.
As a real estate professional, I have been in a position to refer builders and property managers to Microshield and John to handle environmental issues that could potentially arise in homes.
John is a true professional and I would highly recommend him and his company.
We have had many conversations with regards to the subject of mold in Florida and the damage it can cause to homes.
John has the knowledge and expertise to handle these types of problems!
Kathryn Fairchild, Owner,
Service First Title
John is an outstanding IAQ business professional!
I highly recommend his services to everyone!
Erik Hansen, Orlando
Thorough understanding of building construction issues and relationships of those looking for solutions to problems.
A great resource to have on your team.
David Foley
Owner, Home Solutions Specialists
John's knowledge and expertise in the field of indoor air quality and moisture is outstanding.
A true professional and a pleasure to work with.
Kip Braden Vice President
Empire Window Inc
John is a detailed oriented indoor environmental consultant whose ethics and work ethic are unsurpassed in his industry.
Alex Fox Superintendent,
Hardin Construction
John has a vast amount of experience in Indoor Environmental Issues and has solved many of my customers mold and mildew issues.
Thank You Microshield
David Dwyer Owner,
Dwyer Industries, Inc.
I've had the pleasure of working with John from Microshield, and the recommendations and protocol was very thorough and well written.
Findlay Dinger, President,
ServiceMaster Recovery Systems
He is amazing................
Stefani Glaser,
Director of Marketing,
Willard Brothers Construction
I've known John for over 7 years and in that time; I've known John to be thorough, knowledgeable and diligent in all facets of work that he performs.
I would recommend John with respect to any opportunity that he is provided.
Christopher Uhland,
CEO, SkyeTec
John is an outstanding professional who exercises integrity, honesty and understands the true meaning of customer service.
John is an asset to the company he represents.
Derek Andruss,
Purchasing Manager,
DiVosta Homes
John is a man of his word and a true expert in air quality.
I recommend his company and his service to anyone.
Thanks John & Microshield
Chris Curtis
John conducts his work with a very high degree of integrity.
I will continue to recommend his services to all my clients.
Thanks Microshield!
Katherine Bordelon REALTOR
Fannie Hillman + Associates, Inc.
Knowledgeable Professional Reliable Honest Follow-up with a personal touch.
I recommend John and Microshield
Bob Wentz
Owner/President,
Win Win Inspections
John has keen knowledge of his industry and has the communicative skills to collaborate with other experts or explain the process to a lay person.
I highly recommend Microshield.
Eddie Mezardjian
Owner, Mezardjian Group
I am writing this recommendation for John because I find his work ethic, his desire to deliver high quality standards of excellence to his peers and clients as absolutely outstanding.
John please use my name and refer me anyone that you desire to have talk to me about yourself and the quality of workmanship that you give freely and openly.
Hart Davidow, Owner,
New Dynamics, llc
The building I worked in was known as a "sick" facility.
John's expertise helped to improve the health of the environment.
Joe Oliver, Orlando
John is a hard working detail oriented consultant that knows what has to be done and gets it done.
He is customer/client oriented and provides a high level of customer service.
Thanks John
Michael Shipley, Agent,
AIG American General Life and Accident
John's knowledge of the Indoor Environmental Services he provides gives you a feeling that you know the job will be taken care of right.
YES, I highly recommend John to do the job.
Della Headley, Deland
John is very dedicated and always there to lend the helping hand. He listens to your needs and delivers with no delays or problems.
I recommend John to get the job done!
Tiffany R Executive Realtor,
Charles Rutenberg Realty
I have Known John for several years. He has been a great help to me a number of times. He is always there when needed and dose an awesome job.
I would have John work for me or with me at anytime.
Toby Sullivan,
Associate Pastor,
Inner-City Church
I have known John for over six years and have always found him to have a very high standard of work ethic and integrity in everything he does.
I highly recommend John and Microshield.
Jim Bostwick,
Applied Research Communications Lead,
Lockheed Martin
It is my pleasure to endorse and recommend John. John is fair and acts in a very professional manner in his work.
I look forward to working with him again in the future.
My Thanks,
Jimmy Wear President,
The Wear Group, Realty
Home patients using oxygen need the cleanest air possible.
John can offer easy, effective solutions to help home patients breathe easier, literally.
Thanks John
Jean F. Smith RN MBA
John Lapotaire provided information for a project. The information was accurate and relevant.
With the information he provided we were able to solve the problem quickly and efficiently.
Nathan Sullivan,
Teacher,
Timberlake High School
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