Mold Symptoms But No Visible Mold: What Now? Two Important Next Steps

Mold Symptoms

Mold is a common problem in Connecticut homes—and one that is not confined to a single season. Damp conditions and even the slightest rise in indoor humidity can trigger mold growth, but visible evidence of mold in the home is not always easy to discern.  Telltale signs of mold growth include dark spots or stains […]

Humidity and Your Connecticut Home: How Moisture Leads to Mold Growth

indoor mold growth

Connecticut summers can get pretty hot and humid—which is great for spending the day at the beach or splashing in the pool, but not so great when your indoor environment starts to feel too much like your outdoor environment.  High humidity inside your house is not just uncomfortable. Excess moisture can lead to a host […]

How to Test for Mold In Your House

How to Test for Mold In Your House

New England winters are notoriously tough on residential homes, especially older houses where heavy snow and ice damage frequently lead to unwanted moisture indoors.  Now that spring is (technically) here, you may be wondering about the impact of winter weather on your Connecticut home—particularly if you experienced indoor water damage as the result of seasonal […]

Does Indoor Water Damage Always Lead to Mold Growth?

Indoor Water Damage

Indoor water damage can happen at any time, during any season of the year. When it does, you need to be prepared for the possibility of mold growth in your Connecticut home or business. That includes understanding how water damage happens, when to be concerned, and the potential health hazards of mold exposure if the […]

What Does Mold Smell Like?

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

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)

ice dams

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 […]