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 someone like me, or maybe you, who has already gone through a major mold event, almost daily vacuuming DOES become a very important part of our lives. As such, we need to know that we have ... continue reading...
Common Places Water Leaks In Your Home And How To Prevent Water Damage
Research has shown that the typical home can lose 2,000 to 20,000 gallons of water per year due to leaks. Some leaks are obvious, such as dripping faucets and leaking water heaters. Unfortunately, many leaks go undetected for years because the source of the leak is not visible. Both can cause considerable water damage which all homeowners want to avoid. As you likely know, water damage can lead to mold in less than 48 hours. I am covering a LOT of material in this post. Below is a table of ... continue reading...
Mold Vs. Mildew
Mold. Mildew. These terms are often used interchangeably and can be very confusing to people. So let’s clear the air shall we? What is the difference between mold and mildew and why should you care? Mold Vs. Mildew - What Is Mold? Molds are organisms which are neither plant nor animal. They are part of the fungi kingdom. Molds also digest or "eat" the material they are growing on. The role of mold is to break down decaying organic matter such as dead plants, leaves or dead ... continue reading...
The Best Mold Resistant Paint
In your fight against mold there are several things you can do to cut it off at the pass. You know, basic mold prevention stuff. When people think mold prevention they usually aren’t thinking about building materials such as mold resistant paint. But believe it or not, mold resistant paint can play a huge role in your efforts to prevent mold. Mold resistant paint is not the same as mold killing paint. I need to make that very clear. You should never, ever paint over mold and ... continue reading...
Mold Prevention – 27 Tips To Prevent Mold and Mildew In Your Home
Mold prevention is a pretty big deal. It’s such a big deal that I actually feel that it should be taught yearly in middle school, high school and college. I also feel that every homeowner (upon purchasing a home), every tenant (before signing a rental agreement), and every investor (before closing on a property), should be required to take a class on how to prevent mold. Sound extreme? Not really. Imagine how different the world and our health would be if we did a better job of preventing ... continue reading...
Does Bleach Kill Mold
You are here because you or someone close to you has mold and you are wondering if bleach kills mold. It is a valid concern as there is a lot of misinformation about bleach and mold both on the internet and provided by mold remediation companies. A quick internet search pulls up all kinds of conflicting information about bleach and mold. Some articles state emphatically that bleach kills mold while others caution against using bleach to remove mold. So what's the deal? Can bleach make ... continue reading...
What Color Is Mold?
Are you looking for information on a specific color of mold? Perhaps you are wondering why mold is different colors? Maybe you are even hoping to learn what color mold is the most dangerous. You have come to the right website because I am covering everything related to the various colors of mold. Let’s start with the basics. Why Does Mold Come In So Many Colors? There are several reasons mold may be a particular color. Some of these explanations are backed by science and other are more of ... continue reading...
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