Archive for 2010
Fashions for mold clean up
If you have a mold outbreak that covers more than 30 square feet, it’s best to call us to get rid of it. Eliminating mold has the potential spread even more mold spores than just leaving it there. For smaller areas, some homeowners prefer to perform the remediation themselves. If you’re going that route, make sure you take these precautions before you start.
October 19, 2010
Tags: Advance Mold Remediation, cleaning precautions, mold, mold cleaning, mold elimination, mold precautions, mold removal, mold spores, National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health Posted in: Uncategorized 
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Effects of mold on the healthy
We often concentrate on the effect mold has on those with asthma, other respiratory ailments, or compromised immune systems. Although mold seems to have particularly negative effect on individuals with these problems, this article shows that even those in good health can suffer ill effects from mold.
October 17, 2010
Tags: Advance Mold Remediation, asthma, damp, damp buildings, damp homes, dampness, mold, mold elimination, mold remediation, mold removal, mold-related health issues, mold-related health problems Posted in: Uncategorized No Comments
Breaking down building mold
Most of our posts on this blog focus on eliminating mold in the home, but office and commercial buildings are also susceptible to mold growth as well. Mold can be even more a problem in buildings because there are so many more places for mold to hide and it’s much harder to maintain consistent temperatures and humidity throughout the building. The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has put out a wealth of material for office and building managers, and this guide summarizes the issue well. Here are a couple tips:
October 5, 2010
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Paint away your mold
One option that homeowners have these days for preventing mold growth is mold-resistant paint. As this site notes, most premium paints contain ingredients that inhibit mold growth, generally for the life of the coating. As with most things where mold is concerned actual results may vary depending on the location and environmental conditions around the painted surface.
September 30, 2010
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When asthma attacks
Almost anyone can tell you that mold can cause asthma or trigger asthma attacks. What they don’t tell you is exactly how mold relates asthma and causes a reaction. Using, WebMD as a handy reference, we’d like to provide a simple explanation of the problem.
September 21, 2010
Tags: Advance Mold Remediation, allergic reactions, asthma attacks, indoor air filters, mold, mold allergies, mold asthma, mold elimination, mold removal, mold spores Posted in: Health Risks No Comments
Secrets for a dry bottom
Keeping your home dry is the secret to avoiding mold problems, and as with most things in the house, it all starts with the foundation. If you’ve got a wet foundation or basement, you’re going to have a hard time keeping any other parts of the home dry. So here are some things to keep in mind to maintain a dry foundation.
September 13, 2010
Tags: Advance Mold Remediation, downspouts, getting rid of mold, gutters, mold elimination, mold prevention, mold removal, pipe condensation, plumbing, plumbing problems, wet basement, wet foundation Posted in: Uncategorized No Comments
Is bleach best?
Certainly, not every mold problem requires professional remediation. The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) suggests that homeowners can handle outbreaks in a 3-by-3-foot area although it lists some exceptions. Some suggest using soap to remove mold while others favor bleach. Here’s what the EPA has to say about this.
September 9, 2010
Tags: Advance Mold Remediation, bleaching mold, cleaning mold, Environmental Protection Agency, EPA, killing mold, mold detergent, mold elimination, mold inspection, mold removal, soap vs. bleach Posted in: Uncategorized No Comments
Mycotoxins: The secret cause of mold health problems
If you’ve researched molds and the health problems you’ve caused, you may have encountered the term “mycotoxin” and wondered what a mycotoxin is. You can find a lengthy explanation here, but we wanted to summarize it for you.
September 2, 2010
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How quickly does mold cause health problems?
During the past couple weeks, we’ve blogged about how quickly mold can spread. Another common question is how long people have until mold exposure makes them sick. Unfortunately, there’s no one set answer or range of answers for this. However, the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has published this guide on the health effects of mold that can shed some light on the topic. This guide is meant for doctors, so we’ll pull out few useful points.
August 25, 2010
Tags: Advance Mold Remediation, mold, mold allergies, Mold Allergy, mold elimination, mold exposure, mold health effects, mold health problems, mold remediation, mold removal Posted in: Health Risks No Comments
What can NAMP do for you?
On our homepage, we proudly state that we’re a member of the National Association of Mold Professionals (NAMP). It’s a relationship that’s extremely beneficial for us and can benefit you as well. Here’s how.
August 18, 2010
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