Posted in Mold, on September 30, 2019
Mold can grow in carpets if the carpet gets wet and remains wet for more than 3 to 4 days. Carpet may be dry to the touch on top, however, the underlayment may be wet. There are many ways a carpet can get wet. There could be a roof leak, window leak, plumbing leak, appliance or tub overflow, basement foundation leak as well as steam cleaning that could introduce moisture into a carpet. No matter how the carpet got wet, time is ticking and the type of mold can have serious health implications.
Read MorePosted in Mold, on September 27, 2019
Businesses across Ontario are taking note of the indoor air quality of their businesses and are having regular workplace air quality testing as part of their maintenance schedules and health and safety routines.
Read MorePosted in Mold, on July 25, 2019
Did you know that steam cleaning your carpet can lead to a mold growth issue in your home? Did you also know that there may be enough mold growth build-up in your carpet that your air quality may be negatively affected?
Read MorePosted in Mold, on February 20, 2019
Odours in a home can be an indicator of either a small indoor air quality issue or a more serious one that can affect the health of the occupants.Odours are like symptoms of an issue such as a runny nose is an indicator you have a cold. Odours can also indicate a more serious issue such as a hidden mould growth problem or a chemical off-gassing issue or VOC’s. A detailed indoor air quality assessment can help determine the source of the odour and can provide you with a healthier home. Before having an indoor air quality assessment performed, some of the obvious culprits should be investigated.
Read MorePosted in Mold, on September 04, 2018
While summer doesn’t officially end until September 22nd, the hot and humid weather we’ve been having this year is likely to continue for a while, which means we aren’t going to be turning off our air conditioners any time soon.
Read MorePosted in Mold, on August 15, 2018
Air conditioning our homes does a lot of different things beyond making our homes more comfortable on hot days because air conditioning prevents mold growth too.
Read MorePosted in Mold, on February 28, 2018
Having a mold inspection air test during the winter months isn’t generally top on our lists of winter home concerns. Many homeowners consider mold to be a spring, summer and fall problem, when water events can cause sudden floods or heat and humidity stick around and get trapped indoors.
Read MorePosted in Mold, on February 23, 2018
There are a myriad of pollutants in your home that can impact indoor air quality and cause you discomfort, illness, and even more serious side effects. Having a high indoor air quality is important for your overall health - you only have to look at the literature about smoking to see how something can have a cumulative negative effect.
Read MorePosted in Mold, on December 06, 2017
As the nights get longer and the days colder, it’s important to be thinking of your home’s indoor air quality, since you’ll be spending that much more time indoors. One of the things many homeowners don’t realize is that mold often grows better during the winter months, making mold health effects a concern.
Read MorePosted in Mold, on November 30, 2017
Understanding how your home works will help you keep your indoor air quality at a high level, and reduce the conditions that cause indoor air quality pollutants to grow or accumulate. A healthy home is not just four walls and a roof, it’s a complex ecosystem with parts that need to work together efficiently in order to perform at their best.
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