Beyond Mold: A Closer Look at Mycotoxins
Mycotoxins are defined as toxic substances produced by fungi, mold, and yeast. When ingested, they can cause a lot of damage to humans and animals, especially those who already have health issues. Below, we’ll delve a bit deeper into these substances and reveal how you can recognize, avoid, and prevent them from appearing in your […]
Do you have a humidifier on your furnace? What do have your humidistat set on?
Although removing mold is an important task, preventing it before it appears is even more essential. That can be done with a moisture meter, which is a useful device that you can get in any hardware store. According to calculations, the average home should have a humidity level between 30% and 60%. However, the exact […]
What Lies Beneath?
The crawl space can be an exceptional breeding ground for mold growth. Unfortunately, removing mold from under your home is also one of the trickiest projects you can take on. But why are crawl spaces so prone to mold? And is there anything you can do to prevent the mold from occurring or coming back […]
Basement Flooring That Can Help Against Mold Growth
In most homes, finished basements are used for storage, as playrooms, or as little nooks where people can relax. However, these spaces are often prone to flooding, mold, and water damage, mostly due to their location in a home. Luckily, you can avoid these types of damage by picking suitable materials for your basement floors. […]
How to Deal With Winter Window Mold
Winter is that time of the year when you want to do nothing but relax in your warm, cozy home. However, as you’re sitting by the window, watching the snowfall, you notice a strange, black texture on your windowsill. If that sounds familiar, then you might be dealing with a window mold infestation. Fortunately, while […]
What to Do After Your Home Floods
As a homeowner, you already have a pretty clear idea of how destructive floods can be. Regardless of their severity, these hazards can inflict severe damage on your property. Sometimes, you might even have to deal with issues like mold months after the initial flood. As a matter of fact, some homeowners have reported they’re […]
Top 6 Tips for Mold Prevention in Hot, Humid Conditions
Finding out that mold has taken over your home is never a good experience. Not only can it do a lot of damage to your property, but it may also be a sign of a bigger problem, such as water damage or high humidity. And worst of all, mold can also have a negative impact […]
Can Mold Grow On My Furniture While in Storage?
By now, we are all well aware of the damage that mold and mildew can do to our property and health. Unfortunately, none of our personal belongings are safe from the dangers of mold, not even items that are held in storage facilities. Yes, you’ve read that right. If your storage facility has a mold […]
How to Stop Mold Growth in Pipes and Drains
Most homeowners know that mold thrives in damp and dark spaces. As a result, you can find it in your attic, basement, and even inside your walls. However, many people sometimes forget that mold can infest pipes and drains. Unfortunately, this mold is more difficult to deal with because you can’t easily reach the colonies. Luckily, […]
How to Prevent Black Mold Exposure in Your Home
It goes without saying that dealing with a mold infestation is any homeowner’s worst nightmare. While it can damage your home and ruin your furniture, mold can also cause a variety of health issues. And though most types of mold can cause health issues in certain people, none is more toxic than black Mold – […]
