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 […]
Dos and Don’ts — How to Get Rid of Black Mold
Having black mold in our homes is extremely unhealthy and can cause severe skin irritation and even respiratory problems. Some people are also allergic to it, and inhaling the spores can send them to the hospital. So removing the mold and getting it out of our houses as soon as possible has to be our […]
Mold and How It Works
Ah, mold. We’ve all had a moldy patch or two on the bathroom wall at some point. Many of us also enjoy blue cheese, and who hasn’t had last week’s bread go all blue and fuzzy? However, there is more to it than that. Mold is everywhere — quite literally. Even if we can’t see […]
Is There Mold on Your Christmas Tree?
Tree Mold and Allergies The holiday season that starts in late November and continues throughout December can hold some unexpected danger in the form of our seemingly innocent Christmas tree. Christmas tree mold could pose a threat to people with allergies and asthma. In fact, studies published in 2007 and 2011 by allergist Dr. Lawrence […]
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 […]
Is There Black Mold in Your Air Vents?
No matter if we’re young or old, rich or poor, black mold can sprout in every house out there. It doesn’t really care about our location or whether we would like to deal with it; mold is a problem most, if not all, homeowners have to combat at some point. However, what many of you […]
Insulation and Mold Growth: What’s the Best Choice for Prevention?
All mold growth requires a feeding source and moisture, so wouldn’t the insulation in your home be your best defender against mold spores invading your home? The answer isn’t as black and white as one might expect. Insulation Installation On one hand, the insulation in your home can be your top line of defense against […]
The Most Common Causes for Toxic Black Mold
Toxic black mold causes a wide variety of issues and something we all want to avoid if at all possible. It has the ability to affect our health, the structure of our house and can ruin our furniture. Plus, it can spread very quickly without the homeowner’s knowledge because it typically grows in areas that […]
Deep Cleaning with Mold Growth in Mind
There’s something about the fresh start of the new year. I feel like this is the time I’m more motivated to become more organized in every area of my life. Whether it be buying a new planner or deep cleaning my house and re-organizing my pantry, I’m ready to get my life super organized. Since […]
