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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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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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How fast does mold grow?
While discussing mold prevention last week, we mentioned the timeframe for mold growth. This week we’d like to elaborate on that a little more to give you a better picture of the speed of mold growth.
August 13, 2010
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6 tips for avoiding mold
At Advance Mold Remediation, we stand ready to help eliminate any mold problem that develops in your home or office. However, the best option for homeowners is to avoid mold growth in the first place. The main thing to remember about mold is that it needs a damp environment to grow, so we wanted to offer some suggestions for reducing moisture and humidity in your home courtesy of the Environmental Protections Agency’s (EPA’s) Web site.
August 8, 2010
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Duct hunting for mold
If you visit the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)’s Mold Resources Web site, you’ll find information on duct cleaning as a method for dealing with mold. It actually is quite useful because it goes beyond mold investigation and remediation and looks at other supposed benefits of duct cleaning and gives advice on choosing a good inspector. At Advance Mold Remediation, we know a thing or two about duct cleaning and believe this is a worthwhile site that consumers should use to avoid unscrupulous duct cleaning companies.
July 26, 2010
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Moldy foreclosed homes
While the housing crisis has been a nightmare for many, it’s presented other with the opportunity of purchasing a cheap foreclosed home. However, it’s not always all good news for these buyers. Lurking in these discounted homes can be hidden problems that can quickly eat up the money their saving. An an article in Popular Mechanics listed mold as the top problem home buyers should look for when considering a foreclosed home.
July 23, 2010
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Mold hide and seek
Have you checked your house for signs of mold? If not, check out earlier post to learn what you should be looking for. Of course the problem is, many of these signs indicate only that you could have mold. Often you don’t see the mold itself, and it’s difficult to check the place where there’s an indication of mold. The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has a page dedicated to this “hidden mold.”
July 16, 2010
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Getting to know the Indoor Air Quality Association
Lately, indoor air has come under more scrutiny as we learn more about the presence and effects of mold and other indoor air contaminants. As you seek ways of keeping yourself safe from these dangers, the Indoor Air Quality Association (IAQA) can be a helpful resource.
July 6, 2010
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6 signs you have a mold problem
One of the scariest aspects of mold is its ability to grow and affect people without them being aware of its presence. However, if you know what to look for, you can spot a mold problem or the proper conditions mold issues.
June 30, 2010
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Toxic mold suits cost landlords
Calling all landlords! Ignoring mold problems in your properties could cost you millions. Our last post talked about the medical problems common indoor molds can cause. If your tenants suffer from these problems, they can take legal action against you and win.
June 24, 2010
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