Typically, dehumidifiers are instrumental in the prevention of mold, especially during the summer. While the main purpose of a dehumidifier is to remove moisture from the air, it can also collect bacteria, dust, and even mold spores. Combine all of these particles with the warm, damp interior and it creates the perfect environment for mold …
It is officially summer! This is a great time to host cookouts, bonfires, and other fun events with friends and family. If you are like us, you likely enjoy a good burger or hot dog while mingling on your deck. This frequently used area will be quite the hotspot throughout the summer, which is why …
The new homeowners, who had an 8-month-old child, found a small leak in the basement. The plumber they contacted said the new flex piping wasn’t installed correctly, leading to a leak. Because the old and new pipes were not connected properly, water gradually dripped and pooled on the kitchen’s hardwood flooring. The water also flowed …
In a thoughtful attempt to help protect his wife, who is highly sensitive to mold, a customer of ours decided he would take matters into his own hands. They discovered mold was growing on the dirt flooring of the crawl space located underneath their kitchen. He first solved the issue causing the growth, a water …
Your bathroom should be a calm oasis where you can recover or prepare for the day in peace. During these warmer months, however, it can become the exact opposite. Things can quickly become disorganized and dirty from constant use following summer sporting events, trips to the beach/local pool, and more. With the shower and sink …
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Recently a customer found mold growing around his sliding glass door in the upstairs kitchen. Our inspection found that the high humidity levels were the cause—they were almost 3 times the amount it should be during the winter! When we asked if he know what could be affecting his home’s environment that drastically, he showed …
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A homeowner contacted us, as mold kept returning in his home despite multiple previous remediation attempts. He knew that water was coming in from the back of his house and that it had been an issue for about forty years. We asked him why he chose us instead of the other company, and he said …
An elderly woman lived alone in a single section of her larger-style home. The rest of this large home went unused and unmaintained. After inspecting the basement, it was clear that it needed to be completely demolished and cleaned to rid the area of mold. The moisture from her neglected greenhouse in the backyard seeped …
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An issue we see all too often is water being redirected into homes after renovations are done to the exterior of the home. Changes in your driveway, drainage system, and even the yard may alter how outside water sources interact with your house. Sometimes, even if you’re not the one that changed it, it can …
Our customers had recently moved into a new house and discovered mold in the basement. They had it treated, but after two weeks, noticed discoloration on the wall again. After removing the baseboard, they found that the previous owner had covered up a huge amount of insulation and paneling soaked with mold with a layer …
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