Mold Testing: When You Need It, How It Works, and Where to Start
Mold can grow anywhere—even indoors. The thing to remember about mold is that it loves moisture, so colonies will grow quickly anywhere damp or humid conditions exist. If you are concerned about mold growth in your home or commercial building, keep an eye out for the following signs that likely signal a potential mold problem […]
Mold In The Basement? Make a Plan Now for Spring Thaw
Basement Moisture Leads to Mold Spring thaw may be the furthest thing from your mind as you bundle up for yet another chilly New England day, but the warmer weather will be here soon enough. In the months ahead, rising temperatures will cause ice and snow to melt—and all that excess moisture in the ground […]
Is There Mold Behind My Walls? 3 Signs Of Hidden Mold
3 Signs You May Have Hidden Mold Growth Not all mold problems are easy to spot. Generally, the first thing that comes to mind when someone mentions mold growth is an image of ugly dark spots creeping up the walls or spreading across floors—something obvious and easy to spot. But in many cases, mold spores […]
Mold Allergies in People and Pets: What Are the Signs?
Is mold in your home affecting your health? Now that winter is here, you and your family (including your pets) are likely spending more time indoors to escape the colder weather. However, the presence of mold in your home can quickly turn those cozy snow-day vibes into a potential health problem. Seasonal storms and freezing […]
5 Pre-Winter Preparation Tips to Avoid Water Damage and Mold in the Home
Winter Preparation Tips Winter is coming. It may not feel like it after the unusually warm summer and fall we had this year, but Connecticut homeowners can still expect to see some wintry weather in the months ahead. December, January, and February will bring colder temperatures and extreme weather conditions that can put your home […]
Help! I Found Mold and Holiday Company Is Coming—What Can I Do?
I Found Mold In My Home! What Do I Do? The menu is planned. Your gift list is almost complete. The guest rooms are prepped and ready for visitors… but wait—what are those spots on the wall? Nothing takes the “ho, ho, ho” out of your holiday season like discovering mold in your home when […]
Do Humidifiers Cause Mold Growth?
A humidifier is a common device found in many homes. As the name implies, the primary function of a humidifier is to increase humidity in a space by emitting moisture (in the form of water vapor or steam) into the air. However, because increased moisture and humidity often provide an ideal breeding for mold and […]
4 Important Reasons to Clean Your Air Ducts
It may have been one of the hottest summers on record here in Connecticut, but the days have been getting cooler—which means winter will be here before you know it. Soon, you will be cranking up the heat to keep your family warm and wondering when the first snow day will be. Before that happens, […]
What Is Salvageable After Mold Damage?
Mold growth can happen at any time, in any room of your home. When it does, it is important to address the problem quickly and with the right tools. If your mold problem has gotten so extensive that you can see physical evidence of mold damage on the walls, floors, or other surfaces, it has […]
Bleach Won’t Kill Mold (Do This Instead)
Mold and mildew are gross. Nobody wants to walk into their bathroom or look under the kitchen sink and discover they have a mold problem. If this happens to you, your first instinct may be to grab the bleach bottle and start spraying. Since bleach kills germs and other icky things, it makes sense that […]
