The term toxic mold is a bit misleading as it suggests that certain types of molds themselves are toxic. In reality, a very narrow set of molds produce secondary metabolites that produce toxins. These are known as mycotoxins. Studies show that more than 50% of homes and more than 85% of commercial buildings in the…
Got mold? Trying to prevent mold? Well, one question you are likely asking yourself is “what is the best HEPA vacuum to remove and prevent mold?” Its an important question seeing how big of a role vacuuming plays in our lives. That was a joke. Vacuuming is a dreaded and often forgotten chore. But for…
Mold in fireplaces can be a recurring issue for homeowners, compromising both the aesthetic appeal and the safety of their spaces. Often overlooked, mold growth within the fireplace or chimney can lead to several health concerns, especially for individuals with allergies or asthma. Understanding the underlying causes of mold in fireplaces and learning how to…
Below are links to the products and companies I discuss the most in consult calls and emails. This is not inclusive of everything I may recommend but it covers the top 10. No bells and whistles here – just links! Superstratum Superstratum offers the Everyday Cleaner, the Hypochlorous Acid Pro, the Smart Polymer Coating, and…
A very common misconception in the world of mold is that there is only one type of mold that is dangerous and needs to be removed. The type in question is referred to as active mold. However, nothing could be further from the truth. As a mold inspector I get a lot of calls and…
One of the most frequently asked questions I get when I am on a consultation call with someone who is determining what mold contaminated items can be saved is “does sunlight kill mold?” The reasoning behind the question typically stems from the logic that you don’t see outdoor mold growing out of control everywhere so…
In my quest to discover mold removal products that work, I stumbled on Endurance BioBarrier. Intrigued, I spent quite a bit of time on their website, on the phone with customer service, and snooping around the internet for additional insight. Honestly, Endurance BioBarrier seemed a little too good to be true. Turns out this product…
You aren’t sure but you think you might have a mold issue somewhere in your home. The problem is, there is no visible mold. You don’t even have shower mold or toilet mold for that matter. So what might be going on? When you suspect mold it very well might be that you have mold…
Which is the best laundry detergent to remove mold? There are only a handful of laundry detergents or laundry additives that can remove mold effectively although many claim to do so. Mold or fungi are extremely resilient microbes and it takes certain antimicrobial activity and laundry soap or surfactant to capitalize on the washing machine…
Toxic mold doesn’t just impact humans. Nope. House pets can suffer from a wide variety of health issues due to exposure to mold and mycotoxins. As many of you reading this post might know, I walked away from everything I owned after my toxic mold nightmare. Everything except my car and my pets (cats and…
When I lost my home to mold, books were one of the first things I threw out. Given my particular situation it was way to risky to try to remove mold from books and save them. I lost a lot of gems that day to book mold. A lot. A lot of people seem to…
You are likely wondering what mold has to do with EMFs and 5G. Interestingly enough, there is a rather big connection between mold, EMFs, and 5G. It is important to note that this article is NOT propaganda based. This article is well researched and based on scientific evidence and published studies. The goal is to…
This is a toxic mold awareness site that focuses on keeping mold out of your home and workplace so why in the world are we talking about coffee? Easy – almost ALL brands of coffee are highly contaminated with mold and worse, mycotoxins. (If you aren’t sure what mycotoxins are, please click that link to…
Whether you work in an office building, a coffee shop, a hospital, or even a junk yard, there is a strong change that you are being exposed to mold in the workplace. What should you do? What CAN you do? Mold in the workplace, especially an office setting, is a slippery slope. More than likely…
In 2014 I discovered that my entire home was highly contaminated with various types of mold and mycotoxins. There was no visible mold. It was all hidden behind walls, under the carpet, and in the ceiling. The source was from a very complex and long term water intrusion that I was unaware of. The first…
Having a mold problem in your home can be so frustrating. But having mold in a rental can be an absolute nightmare. If those are both bad, try having mold in a rental when a landlord won’t fix the mold problem. If you are dealing with mold in a rental, then this article is for…
I’m sure you’ve lifted the lid on leftovers or unscrewed the cap on your jam jar only to find a fun little science experiment staring up at you. Oops. Looks like you’ve got yourself some moldy food. Now what? Today I am going to explore the wide world of food mold. Why? Because mold on…
This year, Americans will buy 25-30 million live Christmas trees to decorate their homes for the holidays. About 85% of those trees will be pre-cut weeks ahead of time – in most cases prior to Thanksgiving. The trees are cut, baled and packed into refrigerated trucks to be delivered to a tree seller near your…
When people think of mold, they typically think of it as resulting from a leak in their home or possibly at their office. Food mold likely comes to mind as well. Beyond that, most people have no idea just how many places and things expose them to mold. Do you know where you are exposed…
Park yourself in just about any online mold forum, social media group, or chat and you will see a lot of support for the use of ozone to kill mold. Does ozone kill mold? Is it safe to use? Let’s dive into what is a very controversial and loaded topic. I will do my best…
Mold is a jerk. Period. It grows fast, doesn’t need fancy accommodations, and absolutely wreaks havoc on anything it touches or gets near. Mold doesn’t care if you are wealthy or living far below the poverty line. It doesn’t care if you are old, young, or somewhere in between. Mold doesn’t care where you were…