What Does Mold Smell Like?
Good indoor air quality is not just about feeling comfortable in the places where we spend most of our waking hours. The air we breathe inside our homes, workplaces, schools, and other structures must be clean and safe so that our bodies can stay healthy. Regardless of how much or how often we clean, many […]
Mold Removal vs. Mold Remediation: Your Questions Answered
Indoor mold is a year-round concern for Connecticut home and business owners. Whether the result of storm damage or an unexpected plumbing issue, mold growth can happen anytime, anywhere. When it does, it is important to know what to do and the right people to call. While it might be possible to treat the problem […]
Winter Cold or Mold? How to Spot Symptoms of Mold Exposure
This time of year, it can be easy to dismiss the occasional cough or sniffle and chalk it up to a winter cold or seasonal allergies. A quick trip to your local pharmacy for some lozenges and extra tissues, and you carry on with your normal routine. However, when symptoms linger (or get worse instead […]
How Winter Ice Dams Lead to Mold (and What You Can Do to Prevent Them)
Most years, you can count on Connecticut getting a few feet of snow over the winter. And while that may be great for cold-weather sports enthusiasts (and kids hoping for a day or two off from school), it is not always great for homeowners. Heavy snow buildup on the roof of your home puts added […]
Ward Off Winter Allergies with a Healthier Indoor Environment: Follow These 3 Simple Tips
Colder weather has made its way to the Northeast, which means Connecticut homeowners will be spending more time indoors over the next few months. And that means an uptick in winter allergy symptoms that can not only derail your vacation plans but leave you feeling under the weather for days or weeks at a time. […]
Can I Spot Clean Mold Myself?
We hear this question quite a lot! Say you’ve been deep-cleaning your house in preparation for holiday guests and noticed a few spots of mold around the bathtub. Or maybe you discovered mold on or around the AC vents at your commercial business. Is there an easy way to clean it yourself? Or are you […]
What Is White Mold? (And Should I Worry If I See It In My House?)
Finding mold in your attic (or anywhere else in your home) is never a pleasant experience. However, because indoor mold growth is a common problem for Connecticut homeowners, it is important to have a basic understanding of what mold is, how to spot signs of mold indoors, and the ways in which mold exposure can […]
Holiday Company Coming? We Handle Mold Problems Quickly
Spending time with friends and family during the holidays is something you look forward to all year long, but discovering signs of mold growth or water damage in your home is not. Despite the dry, hot conditions we saw across much of the state this summer, mold and moisture will often find their way indoors. […]
Attic to Basement: Your Fall Checklist for Mold and Allergy Prevention
Mold and Allergy Prevention Have you started your fall and winter preparations around the house? After an unusually dry summer with record-setting high temperatures on several days, Connecticut homeowners are no doubt looking forward to the cooler months ahead. Before you bid farewell to the warm weather, follow this quick checklist to guard against mold […]
Do I Need a Home Dehumidifier?
If you live in Connecticut, the answer is most likely yes. Here in New England, our basements are especially known for being poorly ventilated and excessively damp due to heavy precipitation and high humidity levels throughout the year. In addition, many older homes in the area have endured decades and even centuries of seasonal freezing […]
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