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 […]
Household Mold Growth and Where to Go From There
Your first instinct when you find mold in your house might be to panic and think the worst. While no household mold is considered “good,”, there are some that release more toxins than others. Along with causing possible health concerns, household mold causes discoloration on your walls, a dank, musty smell throughout your house, and […]
What Happens When Your House is Inspected for Mold Growth?
I think it’s safe to say almost everyone knows about mold and mold growth. You’ve seen it grow on your roommate’s food when they left it in the fridge too long and there’s a good chance you did your fourth grade science project on it. The stuff on your walls, the stuff on your food […]
Mold Growth in Your Ductwork
Sometimes you’ll see images of mold online and probably think to yourself, “How did the owners miss THAT?” or “Why would anyone ever let the issue go that long?” I know I did before I worked in the mold removal industry. The truth is, most of the time mold is really good at hiding and […]
Basement Mold Removal: The Process
Two of mold’s favorite hiding spots are your attic and your basement, and because mold is not picky when it comes to food sources, it sees a virtual buffet practically anywhere it looks. Food isn’t enough for mold to survive. It needs moisture to go along with it so it can grow and ruin lives […]
Poor Ventilation and Mold Growth
One of the key factors in mold growth is ventilation. Good ventilation helps circulate new, clean air and helps it move throughout the area and prevents allergens from spreading. Areas with poor ventilation can become breeding grounds for mold if they have a wet area to feed on and that is something you definitely want […]
Household Mold: Are Air Purifiers Helpful?
If you do your research, you’ll find lots of options to help with do-it-yourself mold removal. This ranges from over-the-counter cleaning solutions to air purifiers. We aren’t against do-it-yourself mold removal if it meets certain conditions. If the patch of household mold is less than 10 square feet, it can be fairly easy to remove. […]
Does Weather Affect Mold Growth?
Have you ever noticed changes in your health when the weather changes? When it rains, do you notice your nose running? If it’s really windy outside, do your eyes get particularly itchy? A large majority of the public has issues relating to allergies to common molds and weeds. I know I’m a hot mess all […]
