8 Signs There’s Mold Hiding in Your Home
Mold is a vicious fungus that can destroy the integrity of your home faster than you can say mold removal. Furthermore, it can cause severe health problems if not dealt with on time. In this article, we’d like to tell you about eight sure signs that you’ve got a mold problem! Telltale Signs in Your […]
Our Pets Reveal A Lot About the Overall Health of our Homes
Do you have a furry friend — or two — at home? If you are lucky enough to share your life with a pet, you don’t need us telling you they are one of the family which is exactly why paying attention to their health is so important. There is one invisible threat we often forget […]
When Does Mold Removal Go From DIY to Professional Assistance?
To DIY or not to DIY? Every homeowner is faced with this question, especially when it comes to something as common as mold. If mold growth covers 10 square feet or more, it’s difficult to remove that much affected material and not have it negatively impact your air quality. The biggest piece of advice we […]
The Clock Is Ticking!
Too much water in the house always spells trouble — it may ruin your furniture, compromise the construction, and destroy electronics. On top of that, moisture creates a perfect environment for mold growth. And once mold invades your home, the whole process of restoration becomes much harder and pricier. So how much time do you […]
Failing Sump Pumps and Mold Prevention
The most common “first aid kit” homeowners can use against flooding comes in the form of a sump pump. By definition, these pumps act as an insurance policy and can be installed in the basement or crawlspace. If it so happens that groundwater begins to collect, it will trigger the sensor on the pump, which […]
What Does Black Mold Reveal About Your Home?
Your home is your fortress, but it is also the breeding ground of many microorganisms. Among these minuscule house guests are the health-threatening microfungi Stachybotrys chartarum. These sneaky little creatures are particularly dangerous for people with chronic respiratory conditions. However, the black mold they form can reveal a lot about your home — from house […]
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 […]
Can I Paint 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 […]
Professional Mold Removal: Do I Have Toxic Black Mold?
Much of our side of the country has been hammered by winter weather these last few weeks so maybe you’ve put off packing those holiday decorations away. Imagine this scenario: You’re putting away the Christmas decorations after a delightful, yet decidedly damp, holiday season and just as you put the last box in place, you […]
Causes and Solutions for Basement Mold
If you have an unfinished basement, it’s likely you’re rarely down there unless it’s to place or remove something in storage. If you aren’t down there a lot, it’s highly doubtful you’re really giving the room a thorough look for any sort of mold. This is where I give you the bad news. Your basement […]
