Mold Remediation: Why Mold Testing Is Necessary For Home Owners

As a homeowner, do you know why it is important for you to have mold testing by a professional mold remediation company? If you do not know why, we are here to tell you why it is so important for your health and safety as a homeowner. Read to become informed. As a homeowner, you [...]

April 9, 2012  Tags: , , , , , , , , , , , , , , ,  Posted in: Black Mold Problems, Health Risks, mold contractor, Mold Detection, mold growth prevention   No Comments

How To Resolve Black Mold Problems

Do you have a black mold problem in your home? If yes, it is time to start immediately mold removal. Your home and the health of your family are in danger when Black mold lurks. We are here to help you with Black mold removal by providing you information on the dangers of Black mold [...]

February 7, 2012  Tags: , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , ,  Posted in: Black Mold Problems, Health Risks, mold contractor, mold growth prevention, Ventilation Improvement   No Comments

Headaches Can Be Caused by Poor Indoor Air Quality

If you regularly get headaches in your home this can be happening due to poor air quality. According to this article, one of two problems can be causing your headaches: mold or clogged air ducts. If you chronically have headaches try to pay attention to where they occur; the location of the room could give [...]

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Health Problems Linked to Mold

We have been told all our lives that mold is bad. If we find mold in our homes, we need to have it removed as soon as possible. But does everyone know why mold is bad for us? This article from MedicineNet.com helps to explain the help problems related to mold. Molds produce irritating substances, [...]

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Energy Smart Slabs and Attics Avoid Mold Amplification

The construction of attics and concrete slabs has historically been done as a simple, cost-effective way to support a floor or roof. Because of this, the impact these two areas have on a home’s energy costs and ability to keep mold at bay is often overlooked. The old saying “out of sight, out of mind,” [...]

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Senators Seek More Limits on the Lead Paint Rule

The Environmental Protection Agency recently announced the Lead: Renovation, Repair and Paint (RRP) Rule, which concerns renovations on homes containing pre-1978 lead paint. The regulation requires clearance testing to detect the presence, or lack, of lead following any home renovation. The RRP also requires that contractors, plumbers, electricians, painters, window installers and even wood floor [...]

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Study shows that filters reduce cardiovascular problems

Air pollution is a problem that has gained more and more interest over the past few years. Research has shown that air pollution can negatively affect the health of those who are constantly subjected to harmful environments. But a recent study published in the Journal of the American Thoracic Society’s American Journal of Respiratory and [...]

June 9, 2011  Tags: , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , ,  Posted in: Uncategorized   No Comments

Humidity in Schools: Too Dry or Too Damp?

It is like a Shakespearean play – damp or not too damp? That is the question. When is a school too dry or too damp? Both extremes can be hazardous to your child’s health and both need to be dealt with, but in completely separate ways. This article from Indoor Environment Connections Online explains down [...]

June 1, 2011  Tags: , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , ,  Posted in: Uncategorized   No Comments

Feds Change Guidelines for Toxic Drywall

After recent studies conducted by the Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) and the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB), there have been a few changes in the way these agencies, along with the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD), are dealing with the problems surrounding the toxic drywall imported from China. This article from [...]

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Signs of Black Mold in Your Home

You know that mold is bad, but do you know why? Well, some molds are actually harmless, while others, like black mold, can be potentially dangerous. The secret to defending yourself is to know the difference between harmless and harmful mold infestations. This article from CleaningBlackMold.com explains everything you need to know about dangerous black [...]

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