How Do Air Purifiers Remove Airborne Allergens?
The summer season is prime time for airborne allergens. From increased pollen levels and an abundance of moisture-loving mold spores to dangerous wildfire smoke that can affect the air we breathe, there are any number of irritants in the air that can impact our health and quality of life. But it isn’t just the outdoors […]
How to Choose the Right Air Purifier for Your Home
As with any major home appliance purchase, there is a lot to consider when choosing the right air purification system for your needs. Unlike your dishwasher or laundry units, which are used only occasionally, an air purifier is designed to run continuously throughout the day so that it can maintain clean, breathable air for your […]
The Weather Is Getting Warmer: What That Means for Indoor Mold Growth
With summer quickly approaching and temperatures on the rise, smart homeowners will be thinking about indoor mold growth. Connecticut summers are generally pretty humid, and that trend has been increasing steadily over the past few decades. With higher average dew points during the warmer months and a higher frequency of humid days, the conditions are […]
Does Your Indoor Air Quality Need a Reset? Start with These Two Things
Humans spend a lot of time indoors—about 90% of their lives, according to the EPA. And while you may think the opposite, advancements in technology have only increased the amount of air pollutants we are exposed to in our homes, workplaces, schools, and other commonly used indoor spaces. For example, did you know that some […]
Creating Healthier Environments: How Our Air Purifiers Benefit Your Home and Office
In your Connecticut home or business, indoor air quality matters. Whether your goal is to safeguard the well-being of your family and pets or create a healthier and more comfortable environment for your workers and patrons, it begins with making sure the air they breathe is free of contaminants. Why is indoor air quality important? […]
Why You Should Never Paint or Stain Over Mold (And What To Do Instead)
If you own a home, you know that anything can go wrong at any given time. Appliances break. Storm damage happens. Pests set up camp in the attic. And just when you think you have everything running smoothly and your wallet can take a break this month, you discover a new problem: mold. How to […]
Should You Worry About Outdoor Mold? Dealing with Moldy Decks, Fences, and More
It is safe to say that nobody wants mold inside their home or business—but what about outside? Your property likely extends to a yard or other outdoor space where mold can quickly start to wreak havoc if the conditions are right. Why does it matter? Because more often than not, those outdoor spaces have structures […]
Does Mold Go Away Once the Leak Is Fixed and the Floor Is Dry?
No indoor space is immune to water damage. From residential homes and apartments to office buildings and larger industrial complexes, water damage can happen at any time from storms, structural damage, broken appliances, clogged drains, and the list goes on. If you recently experienced a flood or a leak indoors and are worried about mold […]
Can a One-Time Water Leak Cause Mold?
The short answer is yes. Any water leak in your home has the potential to cause an indoor mold problem. Why? Because the main requirement for mold to grow is moisture, so even a small amount of moisture can lead to big problems if not addressed and treated. How does mold growth happen? The reality […]
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 […]
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