Discovering a mold infestation in your home can be devastating. Mold frequently results in decreased property value, and serious mold infestations tend to “stay” with the home, in terms of being on record for real estate agents and homebuyers to see. That’s not even the biggest problem. Any type of mold can swiftly bring on … Read more
Everyone knows the feeling of disappointment and disgust that comes with opening a container of food and seeing multi-colored mold growing there. Finding moldy food or any other kind of mold in living spaces can never be a positive thing. However, while some mold, such as that found on food, is easily seen, there are … Read more
As a homeowner, you invest constantly in the place you live and call your own. You know that keeping up the value of your home is important, especially if selling the home in the near future is a consideration. Home improvement shows and do-it-yourself tutorials are enormously popular. However, all the upgrades you make to … Read more
Mold is already a tricky adversary to deal with. It grows in hard to reach and often invisible places, behind walls, beneath floors, even inside ductwork and attics. Basements are definitely a favorite hiding spot of this residential menace. But mold is even trickier to eliminate when you consider the fact that some of the … Read more
In this age of information, misconceptions are more common than ever. Of course, we also have a lot of valid, useful knowledge that past generations may not have had. But it’s hard to tell fact from fiction sometimes, especially when it comes to important homeowner issues like remodeling, energy efficiency, or protection against mold growth. … Read more
Often times, when people first find out about residential mold and the various problems it can cause, they immediately want to know more. This is a perfectly natural response, since protecting one’s property and health are always high on the list of priorities. In the past, homeowners and business owners may not have properly understood … Read more
Imagine you purchased a home one or two years ago. You searched long and hard, testing your options, watching the market and waiting for the right moment. Finally, you found a house that seemed to meet all your needs and goals. Sure, there were a few compromises. But overall, you’re happy with the deal you … Read more
Mold is one of those things that people just don’t like. It looks unpleasant, smells unpleasant, and if you’ve ever accidentally tasted mold — well, you know that’s unpleasant too! Mold also has sneaky ways of growing and expanding, and people often discover it in unexpected places. It’s one of those “nasty surprises” you’d rather … Read more
In years past, people worried much less about mold in their homes. It must have been nice to carry on with daily tasks, without giving much thought to the threat of mold growing in the home. The problem is, mold was growing in many American homes. People just didn’t know it. As a result, they … Read more
Imagine finding a mold on the ceiling of your shower stall. On closer inspection, you find it on the walls as well. It’s growing in the grout between tiles, and it’s even making headway on the shower floor. Eager to take care of the problem, you hit the mold with bleach, cleaning fluids, and rigorous … Read more