Summertime is Mold Season. Is Your Home Ready?

We all love summer, but the truth is — it seriously increases the chances of mold growth in our homes. In fact, some mold spores are completely inactive during cold months, and they start growing rapidly once it gets hotter outside. Summer is also the time when we lock up and leave our homes to […]

Attic Mold in Spring, It’s a Thing!

Under the right conditions, mold can and will grow all year round. But during the spring, it becomes even more active and grows more rapidly, especially in dark and humid spaces. That’s why attic mold is so widespread, especially when temperatures start rising. So how can we put an end to this pesky fungus? Can […]

Allergies, Cold, or Mold? How to Tell the Difference

There’s nothing that can put a damper on a nice day quite like a cold. But what if it’s more than just a cold and the symptoms seem to never go away? Well, if that’s the case, a mold allergy might be to blame.  Here’s how to tell the difference between the two and fix […]

Can I Paint Over Mold?

Painting Over Mold

Although getting a can of paint and painting over the mold we’ve just found in the bathroom seems like a good idea, experience has shown it’s the worst thing we can do. As it turns out, painting over mold can lead to legal trouble, harm our health, and drive money out of our wallets. Worst […]

Household Mold in the Attic: What to Look For

Studies show that more than 50% of attics in U.S. homes have mold, but most of us aren’t aware it’s up there. In fact, it’s generally only discovered during a home inspection. Attic mold can lead to serious health and structural issues, though, so here’s a brief look at how to check your attic for […]