When filing an insurance claim after a disaster, your mortgage company will likely be involved. They have a financial interest in ensuring proper cleanup and repairs are completed. You might be surprised to find that your insurance claim check may show up with your name AND your mortgage company’s name on it. What now? How […]
Category: Mold
5 Easy Ways To Improve Indoor Air Quality
Winter time can make us a little stir crazy. The fact of the matter is that we spend more time indoors during the winter months. It can be chilly out, it gets dark earlier, and it’s not as green outside. When we spend more time indoors, we don’t get as much access to that sweet, fresh outdoor air. […]
5 Essential Tips for Preventing and Dealing with Household Mold
Household mold is a common issue that can pose significant health risks and cause damage to our homes. From unsightly stains to potential respiratory problems, it’s essential to address mold growth promptly and take preventive measures to ensure a healthy living environment. In this blog post, we will explore five essential tips to help in […]
Using Ozone for Mold Remediation
Ozone is commonly used for mold remediation due to its powerful oxidizing properties. To understand how it works, it’s important to first know what ozone is. Ozone is a molecule composed of three atoms of oxygen (O₃). In contrast, the oxygen we breathe (O₂) consists of only two oxygen atoms, forming the basic oxygen molecule […]
How to Spot The 4 Main Signs of Mold
As moisture begins to form without proper drainage or ventilation, mold can begin to grow within a couple of days. The longer mold goes untreated, the more it will grow and damage the structure and your overall health. Look for early signs of mold. Mold reproduces through air-born spores. Spores are so small that there […]
The Facts About Toxic Black Mold
When you think of mold, it is likely that you envision a worst-case scenario of toxic black mold. This type of mold has an understandably negative reputation. However, all mold species are a threat to your health and property. As such, it is important to separate the facts from myth when it comes to the […]
Prevent Mold Growth
How Can I Prevent Mold Growth in My Home? Mold occurs naturally in nature as a means to break down organic material such as fallen leaves and dead trees. Open windows and doors and ventilation systems allow airborne mold spores to enter your home and settle on surfaces. This only becomes a problem if the […]
