Obviously, not every American lives in an area with four distinct seasons. For people who live in particularly dry and arid environments such as Arizona or Nevada, residential mold tends to be less of an issue. This is mainly because the humidity in the air is consistently low, which makes it more difficult for various … Read more
The sight of mold and mildew is understandably repulsive to most people, and when these unsightly invaders come into our homes, the first thing we want to do is grab a brush, cover the area with the strongest cleaning fluid we can find, and scrub away until there’s nothing left. But hold on a second … Read more
One of the most troubling aspects of having mold in your home is that you don’t always know that it’s there. As mold often grows in dark or damp places such as in your basement or under a sink, sometimes it is not easily visible. In some cases, mold can even grow inside a wall … Read more
We’ve all heard stories about mold infestations that make people ill, but these are usually cases of gross negligence — right? We may see pictures of mold-infested homes and think, ‘that will never happen to us.’ The truth is, however, that most problematic mold infestations aren’t going to produce dramatic photos, or make the evening … Read more
Mold is every homeowner’s nightmare. One day there’s nothing there, and all of a sudden your basement wall is covered in black spots. While most of us know that mold tends to grow in moist, warm, and poorly lit places, many don’t understand how a mold infestation actually gets started. By understanding how a mold … Read more
Just how big a problem is mold in your home? Mold spores are everywhere in the air, both indoors and out. That considered, to what extent are these pesky fungi really a threat to your health and home? While mold may not be life threatening, it’s certainly something that most home owners worry about. Here’s … Read more
If you live in a humid area or just don’t have great ventilation in all parts of your house, mold can more than a pesky annoyances. Not only can this silent intruder be dangerous to the health of anyone who lives in (or visits) your home, it can also cause serious structural damage to the … Read more
One of the most unpleasant and unexpected surprises of homeownership is the appearance of mold in your home. Mold tends to grow in places that are dark, warm, and moist, making one’s basement the perfect place for a mold infestation to form. This is especially true if you live in a humid environment, have your … Read more
Residential mold is never a welcome sight, especially when you consider the ramifications. It can wreak havoc on property values, lead to complex and costly cleanup operations, and seriously affect the health of anyone exposed to it — including pets. The problem is, homeowners have enough to think about already. Mold is one of those … Read more
When you become a homeowner, your scheduling and organizational skills are really tested for the first time. Suddenly, you find yourself in charge of an entire property where any number of things could go wrong at virtually any time. There are plumbing and electrical issues to consider. There is roofing, renovation, chimney sweeping, driveway asphalt, … Read more