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Common Symptoms of Toxic Mold Exposure
It’s not always easy to spot mold colonies in your home. Very often they grow in dark, isolated areas that aren’t easily noticeable or accessible. That’s why many people experience symptoms of mold exposure without realizing the problem lies in their home. If you’re...
Tips to Prevent Mold Growth in Your Home
Once a mold colony has established itself in your home, it can be very difficult to remove. If not dealt with properly, mold spores can spread to other parts of your home and exacerbate the problem. When it comes to mold control, the best defense is a good offense....
Is your Home’s Ductwork Clean and Sealed?
The ducts in your home are an integral part of its heating and cooling system. Without periodic maintenance, however, they can become repositories for harmful airborne contaminates. If not properly sealed, they can also drive up your energy bills in the winter and...
Spring Moisture Mitigation Checklist
Spring is in full swing here in New Jersey, and as much as we might enjoy the return of warm weather and blooming flowers, we’re not so fond of all the rainfall that often accompanies springtime. Thanks to those famous April showers, spring tends to be one of the...
Is it Time to Update Your Home’s Plumbing?
If you live in an older home, chances are you’ve wondered from time to time about the condition of its plumbing system. Because a great deal of the plumbing in your home is concealed behind walls and under floors, it’s not always easy to tell whether or not it needs...
5 Ways to Minimize Moisture in Your Basement
Basements, especially ones in older homes, tend to be prone to moisture buildup. The rest of your home might be dry as a bone after a heavy rainfall, but you might still notice some residual moisture on the interior walls of your basement. If left unchecked, this...
Roof Repair and Cleaning – Make Sure You’re Protected
With the cold, snow and ice of winter looming, you’ll soon be buttoning up your home for the frosty months ahead. Closing up all of your windows and doors, or even using thermal curtains or plastic wrap to help seal small drafts, can help immensely, but if you have...
Health Risks Associated with Household Mold
In addition to leaving your home marked with unsightly stains, mold can also pose very real health risks to you and your family. While some molds – the kinds that create penicillin, for example – have beneficial antibiotic properties, others can have quite the...
Mold versus Mildew: Understanding the Difference
Both mold and mildew can form in your home as a result of moisture problems. Besides the fact that each of these issues start with the letter “M,” the similarities continue beneath the surface, as well. Let’s explore a bit more about each of these household hazards....