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 […]
Young Children and Mold – Why Mold Removal is a Must
Our home is supposed to be a safe place where we can hide away from the bad weather and keep our children safe from allergies and colds. However, there are possible dangers lurking inside as well. Mold is a sneaky fungus. Although not toxic in itself, when we breathe it in it becomes highly hazardous. […]
Everything You Need to Know About Window Mold
Wiping mold off our windows is one of the most universally hated chores! Not only is it hard work, but it can also get pretty messy without the right equipment. Still, allowing mold to grow inside your house can cause severe health issues, including respiratory problems such as asthma and even allergic reactions. Since mold […]
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 […]
Don’t Let Mold Jeopardize Your Sale!
Selling a house is a serious business — you want to make sure it’s as appealing to the customer as possible. That’s why you clean, fix loose handles, change light bulbs, and repair squeaky hinges. But when the time comes to seal the deal, the buyer suddenly backs down. After all that hard work, what […]
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 […]
Common Aspergillus Molds Can Induce Asthma
Many people think that having mold in their homes is nothing but a sight for sore eyes and that it’s not actually dangerous. But the truth is, certain types of mold, like the Aspergillus, are huge health hazards, and inhaling them can have dire consequences. So what is Aspergillus mold and how does it affect […]
