In 1996 a small group of developers formed a water mitigation company for the remediation and restoration of indoor water damaged structures. This new firm was designed to cater to the insurance, commercial, and residential communities, birthing what would eventually evolve into BioCide Labs. Due to their commitment to excellence in work and service, this new entity quickly became the preferred water mitigation contractor for many major insurance carriers. After responding to numerous water damage calls, the founders realized that water damage itself was only one part of the remediation equation and that mold growth caused by the water damage was a much more problematic opponent. This problem affected not only the insurance companies, but the inhabitants of the now mold contaminated structures. Realizing that mold infestation was becoming a widespread public health concern, their team became Mold Certified in mold inspection, mold testing and mold remediation. Within 90 days of their announcement of their mold certifications, their entire business model evolved 100% into the Mold Service Profession, and within one year they became the number one mold remediation contractor in the Southeast.