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What to Do After the Flood

Indoor mold is tied to numerous health conditions such as asthma, chronic sinusitis, allergies, bronchitis, and even depression. That’s why, after a flood, it’s critically important to quickly dry your home and dispose of most water-soaked items immediately. The goal is to head off the emergence of harmful mold growth, which can develop within 24-48 […]

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What to Do After the Flood

Indoor mold is tied to numerous health conditions such as asthma, chronic sinusitis, allergies, bronchitis, and even depression. That’s why, after a flood, it’s critically important to quickly dry your home and dispose of most water-soaked items immediately. The goal is to head off the emergence of harmful mold growth, which can develop within 24-48 […]

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3 Simple Ways to Reduce Humidity Levels in Your Home

Do you need to reduce humidity in your home? Don’t wait to address a water leak or excess humidity. The clock is ticking. Every hour that passes after a water leak— or excessive humidity builds up — means you’re getting closer and closer to a mold problem. Discover how long you have to fix the […]

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4 Tools to Measure Indoor Humidity And Find Water Leaks

Can you measure indoor humidity levels and find water leaks on your own, or do you need a professional to do the job? There’s no need to guess when it comes to how much moisture is in your home. You can use tools to monitor your indoor humidity levels and find water leaks — and […]

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5 Symptoms Of High Humidity In Your Home

Are you monitoring humidity levels in your home? Maintaining an ideal humidity range inside your home is more important than you may think. The amount of moisture in the air (humidity) in your home can mean the difference between a healthy home or a home that’s making you sick. Even without a humidity gauge—known as a […]

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3 Signs You Need To Worry About Moisture And Mold In Your Home

Do you need to be concerned about moisture and mold in your home? According to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development, moisture is public enemy #1 in your home. Excess humidity levels or water leaks can lead to mold growth, attract pests, increase allergens, cause structural issues through rot and decay, and negatively […]

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What Is The Ideal Humidity Level In A Home?

Do you know how humid your home is? Humidity isn’t an issue reserved only for people living in hot, tropical environments. Even if you live in a cold or dry climate, you could still have household humidity issues to worry about. Too much (or too little) humidity can lead to problems, from mold growth to […]

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The Complete Guide To Humidity And Moisture In The Home

Most people don’t think much about excess humidity or moisture in the home. Until they have a serious problem, that is. Excess moisture in the home can have a real impact on your comfort, health, and safety. So before you find yourself fighting a moisture-related issue—like mold or structural damage—you may want to better understand […]

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Mold Facts & Myths

MYTH No. 1   ‘Toxic’ Mold is the only dangerous type of mold. “Toxic” mold or “black” mold is often touted by the hucksters in the mold industry as being the one that makes people sick, the one you must eliminate. This is pure scare tactic. Yes, there are some strains of mold that seem […]

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How to Find Mold in Your Home

Download “How to Find Mold in Your Home” Professional Tips and Techniques Yes, you can inspect your home “like a pro,” if you have the basic information and know the visual clues most professionals use. The primary advantage most professional inspectors have over you is experience, much of which can be replaced by knowledge. We […]

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The Problem with “Free” Mold Inspections

You’ve surely heard the phrase “There ain’t no such thing as a free lunch!” We hear it all the time, but have you ever wondered where that came from? As it turns out, the “free lunch” refers to the tradition of pubs and taverns providing a complimentary midday meal to their patrons. Of course, the […]

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Who doesn’t love that new car smell?

Who doesn’t love the way a new car smell? It’s thrilling. A confirmation of accomplishment. The new house smell is no different. Whether it’s a freshly completed renovation or the special feeling of being the first owner of a newly built home, we associate powerful, positive, invigorating feelings to those aromas. #winning But should we? […]

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Mold Sickness & Lyme Disease

I sat down to write this post today, without knowing that a new Lyme Disease-causing bacteria was recently discovered by Mayo Clinic researchers. It just so happened to show up in my newsfeed as I began writing. Apparently, some of the symptoms are different, but the good news is that the treatment is the same. Of […]

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The Problem With Guaranteed Mold Prevention

I love it when I see mold remediation firms, and companies that sell the products they use, offering multi-year guarantees or warranties. It helps me to know –  immediately – who I will never refer clients to. See, mold growth can occur within 24-48 hours of a water event, or excessive dampness, according to the EPA. […]

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Say “No” To Biocides:
No Need To Kill Mold

We fix sick homes. Every day, people with asthma, allergies, sinus problems –  and a plethora of other sometimes seemingly unrelated maladies – suspect something in their home might be at the root of their woes and call upon us to do the sleuth work. More often than not, when we find a mold problem […]

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What Are My Rights as a Renter With Mold?

No matter whether you rent or own, your home should be where you feel safest. It should be where you rest and rejuvenate. It’s a place where you take care of yourself and those you love. The renter’s playbook has guide to help you. When you own your home, and you think you may have […]

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How to Prevent Mold in Your Finished Basement

Don’t finish a basement …Until you read this. Due to popular demand, I have been forced to sit down at my computer and put to paper my mold prevention ideas and concepts that apply to finishing basements and other sub-grade living spaces. First, let me say that if you are reading this you are head […]

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What Causes Attic Mold?

As the holidays approached, the ornaments and decorations started coming out of the attic.  In the process, you may have discovered that you’ve got a mold problem. Or maybe you’re selling your house and the buyer’s home inspector found something not so good up there. In the attic? How’d that happen? Attics are the least […]

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Create a Healthy Bedroom

How do you feel when you wake up in the morning?  Do you wake up groggy and foggy or are you refreshed and rarin’ to go?  Did you know that sleep disorders affect 50 million to 70 million Americans of all ages? Sleep is one of the most important aspects of our waking life.  Recent […]

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