Posted in Mold, on November 10, 2015
You're probably aware that mold affects the air you breathe, but do you know how this happens? Perhaps it's time you did. Mold is a term for numerous kinds of unwanted fungi that exist outdoors and indoors. Microorganisms such as fungi help in the breakdown of dead material, making them an important part of the earth's ongoing life cycle. However, their proliferation in buildings can affect indoor air quality (IAQ) adversely, creating hazardous medical conditions for the occupants. If you wish to understand how the fungi affect IAQ, check this out.
Read MorePosted in Mold, on August 17, 2015
Are you wondering why you're still experiencing mold issues despite wiping the affected area? Perhaps you need to do more.
You probably don't know that mold is growing in your home. Mold thrives in dark, humid places such as your bathroom and basement. Mold can develop within 24-48 hours under the right conditions and can potentially cause health problems or affect your home's air quality if untreated. Once faced with this issue, you must recognize how to eliminate it. If you're wondering how to perform mold cleanup, here's how.
Read MorePosted in Mold, on August 17, 2015
Are you wondering why you're still experiencing mold issues despite wiping the affected area? Perhaps you need to do more.
You probably don't know that mold is growing in your home. Mold thrives in dark, humid places such as your bathroom and basement. Mold can develop within 24-48 hours under the right conditions and can potentially cause health problems or affect your home's air quality if untreated. Once faced with this issue, you must recognize how to eliminate it. If you're wondering how to perform mold cleanup, here's how.
Read MorePosted in Mold, on August 10, 2015
Are you wondering whether there's a link between mold and cancer? Perhaps there is.
Molds can potentially produce health effects besides affecting indoor air quality. They produce irritants, allergens, and in some instances, toxins that may produce reactions in people.
Read MorePosted in Mold, on August 10, 2015
Are you wondering whether there's a link between mold and cancer? Perhaps there is.
Molds can potentially produce health effects besides affecting indoor air quality. They produce irritants, allergens, and in some instances, toxins that may produce reactions in people.
Read MorePosted in Mold, on July 29, 2015
Is your office showing signs of water damage? You must identify the possible source to avoid possible mold infestation. While all buildings vary, each experiences the likelihood of water damage and the potential for mold growth. From minor roof leaks to major occurrences such as hurricanes, any unwanted water invasion could affect a property's value. Water is a major long-term destructive substance in indoor settings.
Read MorePosted in Mold, on July 29, 2015
Is your office showing signs of water damage? You must identify the possible source to avoid possible mold infestation. While all buildings vary, each experiences the likelihood of water damage and the potential for mold growth. From minor roof leaks to major occurrences such as hurricanes, any unwanted water invasion could affect a property's value. Water is a major long-term destructive substance in indoor settings.
Read MorePosted in Mold, on March 05, 2015
Many of our clients are usually surprised to learn that most mold issues indoors grow in winter months. Mold growth that grows in summer is usually a results of a roof leak during a rain storm or a basement foundation leak or a plumbing issue
Read MorePosted in Mold, on February 20, 2015
Last weeks cold snap caused thousands of homes in the GTA to have frozen water pipes. Some pipes remain frozen today. Frozen water supply lines in a house is caused by water pipes freezing in poorly or non insulated wall, floor or ceiling cavities.
Read MorePosted in Mold, on January 03, 2014
Mold in the workplace is a growing concern for Canadian employees and employers, and as awareness of the bad health effects of mold grows, so too does indoor air quality testing and mold removal and remediation. How do you know if there is mold at work?
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