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Why Now Is the Time to Check Your Basement for Mold in Upstate NY
Why Now Is the Time to Check Your Basement for Mold in Upstate NY As temperatures drop, basements across Upstate New...
Basement Mold in Fall: What Upstate New York Homeowners Need to Know
Basement Mold in Fall: What Upstate New York Homeowners Need to Know As the crisp fall weather sets in across Upstate...
September Mold Concerns in Upstate New York: What Homeowners Need to Know
September Mold Concerns in Upstate New York: What Homeowners Need to Know As summer winds down and the cool, damp...
Summer Attic Mold in Upstate NY: What You Need to Know
Summer Attic Mold in Upstate NY: What You Need to Know Attic mold is a common — and often overlooked — issue during...
How to Prepare for Summer Mold
How to Prepare for Summer Mold in Rochester, Buffalo and Syracuse NY Summer in Upstate New York brings high humidity,...
Spring Mold Prevention in Basements & Attics
Spring Mold Growth in Basements & Attics – What Homeowners in Rochester, Buffalo & Syracuse Need to Know As...
When Purchasing A Dehumidifier, There Are A Few Things To Consider:
Energy Efficiency & StrengthThe more efficient the unit, the more moisture it will remove from your air with less...
Mold Contractor Scams-Warning Signs
The mold industry is filled with many reputable companies. But like any other industry, there are always those out to...
How to Reduce Humidity in Your Home
High humidity levels in your home will almost always lead to mold issues. Below, we have listed ten ways to reduce the...
Why You Should Not Paint Over Mold
Painting Over Mold Masks the Issue It's common for people to paint over mold to hide it. Yet, this just masks the...
Why Bleach Does Not Kill Mold
The Truth About Using Bleach to Kill Mold There is a widely believed myth that bleach kills mold. We get so many...
Reasons Why You Should Not Use a DIY Mold Testing Kit
Homeowners may be tempted to test for mold with a DIY Mold testing kit by setting out Petri dishes for a period of...
How to Create a Mold-Free Room
Here are several easy steps for making sure that your room stays mold-free. Check for Humid Areas - Check each area in...
Basement Flooding – What To Do When It Happens To You
Finding your basement flooding is a horrible feeling. Be prepared and know what to do in such a situation; it will...
5 Expert Tips for Homebuyers – How to Avoid a Mold Disaster When Buying an Existing Home
When buying an existing home, there are a few ways to ensure you aren't purchasing a home that may have a mold...
How To Inspect Your Attic: Key Items To Look For
In many homes the attic space is the most neglected area. You will not have to look very hard to find issues if they...
Purchasing A Home? What Do I Look For?
Purchasing a home is a huge financial decision, do not go in blindly. Touring each home is one of the most important...
5 Question Checklist For Mold Growth
There are several indicators throughout homes, which can alert future homeowners that there may be a potential mold...
Health Effects Of Mold Exposure
Mold spores are always found in the air we breathe but extensive mold contamination may cause health problems. We can...
Choosing A Contractor: Who Is The Best Fit For You?
When choosing a contractor to rectify your mold and moisture issues,there are several things to consider. Here are a...
THE HIDDEN SIGNS OF MOLD: WHAT TO LOOK FOR
Mold is a common and necessary part of our world. All around us in nature, mold is breaking down organic material and...
KEEP MOLD FROM DEVELOPING IN YOUR NEW HOME
When a new home is purchased or built, there are many things that can be done to make certain it provides a healthy...
HOW MOLD CAN IMPACT THE VALUE OF YOUR HOME
Mold can negatively impact a property valuation in a variety of ways. If you own residential property, you must make...
IS CLEANING YOUR AIR DUCTS WORTH THE EXPENSE?
There are several benefits to having your air ducts cleaned, making the expense worthwhile. The most common problem...
HOW TO CLEAN MOLD OUT OF YOUR COFFEE MAKER
There is nothing better than a fresh cup of coffee in the morning to start off your day. What if that delicious cup of...
TIPS TO KEEP MOLD OUT OF YOUR FRONT LOAD WASHER
Do you own a front-load washing machine? There are advantages to purchasing front-loading washing machines over...
Mold in Rentals: What You Should Know As a Tenant
Mold comes in various colors and shapes. Some of the most common types of mold are stachybotrys, penicillium,...