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Stachybotrys – The “Black” Toxic Mold

February 3, 2023 | 0 Comments

Stachybotrys is a type of mold that is commonly found in indoor environments and can have serious health implications for humans. This type of mold is commonly found in areas with high levels of moisture and poor ventilation, such as basements, [...]

Aspergillus Toxins

January 3, 2023 | 0 Comments

Aspergillus is a type of mold that is commonly found in the environment and can be harmful to human health if inhaled. This type of mold is commonly found in moist or damp areas, such as bathrooms, basements, and in materials that have been damaged [...]

5 Dangerous Indoor Molds

December 3, 2022 | 0 Comments

Top 5 Dangerous Indoor Molds Mold is a common problem in homes and can have serious health implications for residents. In the United States, there are a number of dangerous molds that can be found in homes, including the following top five: [...]

Mold and Moisture

December 30, 2019 | 0 Comments

Mold Prevention Eliminating Moisture is Key How and where does Mold grow? Moisture is the key to mold growth. Since the spores float easily in the air, they cannot be truly stopped from entering the house. They can fly in from outside or pets are [...]

Asthma and Mold Allergy

February 11, 2016 | 0 Comments

According to the AAFA (Allergy and Asthma Foundation of America) Mold in the home can seriously aggravate asthma and allergy symptoms. here is what they say: What Is a Mold Allergy? If you have an allergy that occurs over several seasons, you may be [...]

Indoor Air Quality and the Government

February 1, 2016 | 0 Comments

Runny nose, itchy eyes, headaches, and fatigue. Whats causing your symptoms? It is estimated that over 95 million Americans are affected by indoor air quality. The average person spends about 90% of their time indoors. People are conditioned to [...]

Flooding, Roof Leaks, Mold and Bacteria

January 24, 2016 | 0 Comments

Jersey Shore Flooding Flooding, Mold and Bacteria If your home had become flooded or wet during the blizzard, you have a very small window of time to prevent mold growth and bacteria contamination. Mold grows very quickly in environments where [...]

Simple Mold Facts

January 17, 2016 | 0 Comments

Mold under Microscope Mold Facts Mold has become a major source of concern related to health in the indoor environment. Molds are an important part of the natural environment and have been around for a long time. They are classified as fungi, being [...]
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