During the summer months, humidity can cause musty air and strange odors to become commonplace in your home. High humidity levels will often contribute to mold growth if left untouched. This is because when humid air comes into contact with cooler surfaces, condensation can form. When this moisture accumulates over time, mold will begin to …
A home allergy step is one of the first steps you can take towards increasing the overall health of you and your family members. Many people are unaware of all of the possible allergens in and around their homes. While many people view their homes as a safe haven from the outdoors, they may be …
Even though it is just a tiny organism, microscopic mold can cause big problems: one report discloses that mold cost $22.4 billion in 2016 just in healthcare expenses. To put that into perspective, that is almost the total GDP of Jamaica. Moist areas are magnets for mold and without professionally installed plumbing in the kitchen, …
Have you had persistent cold-like symptoms, like a stuffy nose, sore throat, or itchy eyes this winter? Are you experiencing a headache that never seems to go away? You may shrug off your symptoms, reasoning that it is flu season, after all. It’s true, lots of folks get sick this time of year. However, the …
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The airflow in your home is crucial to the overall well-being of you and your loved ones. If there are small spaces for air to come in and out, your home is more likely to have an atmosphere more conducive to healthy breathing. Often, homeowners try to seal all cracks in an attempt to optimize …
Mold is a word that no one likes to hear. It can grow anywhere from under your carpet, to inside your walls. If left untreated, mold can quickly spread throughout your entire home, causing significant damage and can even pose dangerous health threats to you and your family. While mold can be hard to treat, …
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Radon gas is a byproduct of decaying elements like uranium and radium. Inside the gas are radioactive particles that can harm the cells lining your lungs. Radon exposure is a major cause of lung cancer—second only to smoking. Radon can be found in the ground, and, unlike some other ground-based health threats, it is produced …
Many areas of the country that are humid and retain moisture have been known to be prone to mold. Due to its potentially toxic profile, Black mold, in particular, can be a danger for residents. It is essential to be able to identify Black mold in your home. Most often, it is a very dark, …
Mixing up mold and mildew can be all too easy, especially if you aren’t familiar with these microorganisms. Mold and mildew are also prone to growing in warmer areas with lots of moisture. It’s important to understand the differences between the two if you need to stop either from growing in your home. Before you …
Kitchens are susceptible to mold like any place in your home that is exposed to warmth or moisture, or has poor ventilation. Even kicking that ice cube that fell to the ground under your refrigerator because it could likely risk or encourage mold growth. Here are common places in your kitchen that mold can grow. …
