PREVENT MOLD & WATER DAMAGE While Building, Renovating, Remediating, or Maintaining Your Home
Access a one-stop source of architect driven knowledge, support, and education with the Dwell Well Institute.
LEARN HOW TO CREATE AND MAINTAIN A SAFE HOME
Cheryl Ciecko | Architect FALA, AIA, LEED AP
Here you will find a library of information on strategies in building science, indoor air quality, moisture management, mold avoidance and remediation, toxin avoidance, quality design and healthy living.
MOLD SAFE BUILDING AND REPAIRS
Whether you are building a new home or making repairs post-remediation, mold-safe building practices is a topic we will cover frequently.
MOLD REMEDIATION
What can you do if you suspect or have found mold in your home or business? Ask an industry expert about safe practices and how to find the right help.
FLOOD & MOISTURE DAMAGE
How can you prevent moisture damage? What do you do if you've had a flood or leak? Hear from guest experts in the field of water damage restoration.
FINDING A SAFE HOME
Do you know how to spot potential mold issues? Send in photos to get feedback on building defects which could lead to mold or moisture damage.
DWI Members get access to new video lessons every month with ongoing replay access PLUS Live Q&A with a qualified building expert!
access lessons anywhere
LOGIN ANYWHERE ONLINE
Access an online library of video lessons and masterclasses from your computer or mobile device, anywhere you have an internet connection.
JOIN US FOR LIVE PRESENTATIONS
Take part in live Q&A sessions with Cheryl, as well as interviews featuring experts in building, remediation, science and wellness.
NEW VIDEO LESSONS & GUIDES EVERY MONTH
Enjoy fresh new content every month, including home maintenance checklists, videos, and a downloadable Monthly Members Guide, delivered to your email every month to stay up to date.
WHO IS THE DWELL WELL INSTITUTE FOR?
HOME OWNERS
Are you buying, renting, or building a new home? Gain knowledge to help you find or build a safe home. Have you experienced flooding? Have you located mold? Learn about the crucial first steps to remediation.
BUILDING PROFESSIONALS
Take part in live presentations and discussions with experts in the field of building, design, remediation and science. We discuss the latest in building practices, safe structures, materials and discoveries in the world of mold prevention.
REAL ESTATE INVESTORS
Don't endanger your investment by walking blindly into a property.
Educate yourself to know the signs of mold and moisture damage before taking the plunge.
If you are an agent, differentiate yourself and learn to help your clients find a mold safe home.
CONTRACTORS
Differentiate yourself from the crowd with continuing education on the risks of mold and moisture damage. In DWI we discuss safe building practices , what works, and what doesn't, in the steps to prevent unsafe homes.
HOW CAN I LEARN?
Exclusive Monthly Masterclasses, Videos, and Resources
Access the ongoing library of exclusive videos, PDFs, and masterclasses, with new content added monthly.
Get Special DWI Member Rates on future events and webinars.
NOTE: Exclusive content will NOT be for sale outside of the DWI Membership.
Access to the Members Only Community Group for Support
Get ongoing support, interaction and community inside our Members Only Community.
Connect with Cheryl inside the group, with monthly Q&A Livestream sessions.
Interact with a network of knowledgeable members learning from the same place you are.
What dWI Members Get Every Month
- FRESH MONTHLY MASTERCLASSES
- CONTENT GUIDE DELIVERED MONTHLY
- SUBMIT QUESTIONS & PHOTOS FOR FEEDBACK FROM CHERYL
- PRODUCT REVIEW VIDEOS WITH CHERYL
- MEMBER DISCOUNTS ON FUTURE EVENTS
- NEW LESSONS, VIDEOS & PREVENTATIVE CHECKLISTS UPLOADED MONTHLY
What clients are saying about cheryl
“Cheryl is very knowledgeable and ready to help.”
AMY P.
“It confirmed some areas of concern I had and allowed me to have the backing of an expert and the vocabulary to use with other parties in order to resolve the issues… Overall, it was a great service. Glad I was able to do it!”
KIM K.
“#1 [takeaway] was a practical approach to moving, hopefully without moving mold.”
J.L.L
AS SEEN IN PRESENTATION WITH...
Your Host CHERYL CIECKO
ARCHITECT | ALA, AIA, LEED AP
A licensed architect and thought leader sharing solution strategies for professionals, building owners and individuals related to water damage, mold and toxins in buildings which affect health. With 30+ years of knowledge, research and experience, and motivated by a personal story of toxin exposure, Cheryl offers proven design, construction and renovation solutions to solve building challenges economically.
Cheryl brings tenacious research abilities, analytical thinking and her family story of recovery to the topic of environmental health, while also sharing her passion for design and construction solutions that make a difference. Cheryl is a frequent speaker at architecture and engineering conferences around the U.S. and participates on the Board of Directors for Association of Licensed Architects – Illinois, and the American Lumber Standards Committee.
Based in the Chicago area, Cheryl has a B.S. in Architecture with High Honors from the University of Illinois in Champaign-Urbana, and a Master of Architecture degree from the University of Minnesota- Minneapolis.
Don't waste time searching through information online when KNOWLEDGE is available! Get the expertise, quality resources and solutions to eliminate your water damage, mold and toxin challenges now.
AS A MEMBER YOU GET ACCESS TO
NEW EXCLUSIVE CONTENT EVERY MONTH
Enjoy 4 Concise Learning Segments including 1 Live Session + 3 Video Lessons
What building topics do you want to learn about most? We listen to your input! Get a fresh masterclass every month on topics like Crawlspaces, Window Installation, Moisture Testing and more!
MONTHLY MASTERLCASS
EXPERT VIDEO CLASS
- Based on your most requested building topics
- With Architect Cheryl Ciecko and qualified experts
- All stored in the members only content library
Upon Joining, You Get Access To All The Masterclasses Already In The Library
Here Are Just A Few Of The Classes You Can Watch Now!
LEARN ALL ABOUT INSULATION
LEARN ALL ABOUT CRAWL SPACES
LEARN ALL ABOUT VAPOR BARRIERS
BATHROOM MOISTURE MANAGEMENT
Not sure if you have mold in your building or a defect that could cause mold in the future? Send in your photos for a review! Each month we pull from member submissions for a lesson in spotting defects.
IS IT MOLD?
Submit Photos For Review
- Members can submit photos of potential mold issues
- Each month Cheryl creates a video lesson review
- Learn how to recognize the signs of mold problems
Considering a popular product or building material for your project? Get a review to learn how it could work and other points you need to keep in mind before use.
WILL IT WORK?
Product Pros & Cons
- Get an expert opinion of the product you're considering
- Cheryl gives a neutral review of the facts
- Learn when to use and when NOT to use
Enjoy The Product Reviews Already Inside The Members Library
Here Are Just A Few Of The Classes You Can Watch Now!
Will Gutter Guards Prevent Mold or Water Damage?
Is Blow-In Cellulose Insulation A Good Choice?
Is Rammed Earth A Good Building Option?
Will Whole Home Air Purifiers Stop Mold?
Tired of questions getting lost in a large group feed? Get your questions ANSWERED BY CHERYL, a certified building professional in this exclusive members-only event every month!
ASK CHERYL
Interactive Live Q&A
- Take part in an interactive Q&A with fellow members
- Submit Questions in advance or ask Cheryl Live!
- Can't make it? Replays are included in the library!
You don’t have to learn on your own. Join fellow members, homeowners, building pros, and your host; Architect Cheryl Ciecko inside the Private Group to interact and discuss the months’ topics further.
MEMBERS COMMUNITY
PRIVATE INTERACTIVE GROUP
- Meet quality conscious homeowners & building pros
- Support from Architect Cheryl Ciecko & Team DWI
- Ask questions and discuss the monthly lessons
We would love to have you join us! Cheryl has presented to building professionals, architects, engineers, university professors and code officials with outstanding reviews. When you join the Dwell Well Institute, you learn with a teacher who has a track record of excellence and integrity.
FAQs | QUESTIONS?
New content is added every month! The 4 core learning segments are dripped out on Fridays during each month.
This includes the livestream Q&A with Cheryl (Video replay is uploaded to the members content), the monthly masterclass video, video product review, and video photo review of potential mold and building defects. All details are delivered to your email with the Members Guide and Home Checklist.
You can take part in the new content by submitting your questions, product considerations and building photos for the monthly sessions!
You also have access to the ever-growing Members-Only Content Library, with content from all months prior.
Monthly memberships can be canceled at anytime. After canceling, you would not be charged for any further payments.
PLEASE NOTE; there are no refunds (and no partial refunds) for payments already made.
Annual Memberships: You may choose not to renew upon your anniversary, but there are no refunds for payments already made. If you wish to cancel during your active membership year, you will not be charged for the upcoming year.
After cancelling your plan, you will continue to have access to Members-Only content until the end of your paid term, after which you will cease to have access.
The price will likely go up in the future as the content grows, but your membership rate will remain the same if you keep your membership active.
If you purchase an annual membership, you will have the option to renew at the same rate you already have.
If you cancel, you can join again later, but it will be at the increased rate.
The courses that Cheryl releases are not included, but DWI Members will have access to coupons for discounts and early beta rates for new up and coming programs.
Once you register as a member, you will receive an email with your sign-in details. We suggest you bookmark the sign in page to remember your login info. From the login page, you will have access to the DWI Members Area on the website. You will be able to find all the content in the Members-Only Content Library and access it on your desktop computer, laptop, tablet, or mobile phone!
Note: Some things are available to download to your device, but an Internet Connection is required to access the site and any live presentations.
Members have the opportunity to ask questions in the interactive community, to submit questions or photos in advance of the Ask Cheryl Q&A events, as well as during the live Q&A event. Although we cannot guarantee that all questions will be answered in the most immediate upcoming event, there is a designated form for members to submit questions to ensure that Cheryl will receive your submission.
PLEASE NOTE: Cheryl will do her best to give informative answers to group questions, but those which are very specific to your own building situation may be outside the scope of the membership community and will require consultation services on individual bases. This is for the protection of everyone involved and to allow for due diligence in dealing with your project.
Get Instant Access to our growing lesson library when you join!
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When you keep your membership active, you keep your low rate even if the price goes up in the future.
HOW CAN I JOIN?
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Access the ongoing library of videos, PDFs, and masterclasses. Monthly content updates.
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- Pay Monthly. Join now at the early members rate
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- Discounts when new public courses are released
- Full access to the library of Videos & PDFs
- Admission to upcoming live webinar presentations
- Fresh Content Delivered Monthly
- Invite to access the Private Members Group
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DISCLAIMER
The information contained herein is for educational purposes only and is not intended to diagnose, prescribe, treat, or cure any disease, ailment or injury to the body. It is not medical advice and the opinions represented do not constitute the practice of Architecture. Everyone is an individual with different body types, different blood types, different body chemistries, and it is important to remember that what works for one person may not work for another person. Each project, building and location is unique. The decision to use or not to use any of this information is the sole responsibility of the reader. Any products, techniques, and/or personal usage tips referred to are not suggested as a replacement for proper treatment from a licensed health care professional or a licensed building professional or Contractor. Statements made herein have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration.
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