How Long Does It Take for Mold to Grow After Water Damage?
Water damage can feel like a disaster, and when mold starts to grow, it only gets worse. Not only does mold damage your home, but it also creates health risks that you want to avoid. So, how long does it actually take for mold to start growing after water damage? The timeline can vary depending […]
How to Prevent Mold Growth After Water Damage?
Water damage creates the perfect conditions for mold to grow fast. Mold spores can settle and spread within 24 to 48 hours if the area stays damp. Ignoring wet floors, walls, or furniture allows mold to take hold, causing costly repairs and serious health risks. Mold exposure can trigger allergies, breathing problems, and even structural […]
Signs of Mold Growth and How to Address It
Mold can sneak into homes without warning, and many people don’t realize there’s a problem until it starts affecting their health or damaging their property. It often hides in damp, dark places like basements, bathrooms, and behind walls. Ignoring the signs can lead to bigger issues, so it’s important to take action as soon as […]
The Advanced Guide to Mold Remediation
Mold Remediation and More What is mold? You’ve likely seen it: Green, black, white, or gray fuzziness coating a bread loaf forgotten in the pantry past expiration date. You’ve probably smelled it too: An unpleasant, mildewy stench thickens the air after water intrudes into your commercial space. MOLD is behind the smelly, unsightly mess, and […]
The Essential Flooded Basement Guide
Basement Wet? No Sweat! You’ve purchased your home sweet home with a bonus basement. It’s where you plan to lounge as a family, furnish a guest room or in-law suite, or simply have extra space to work or retreat. But one day, a climb down basement steps leads to a humid surprise and a sight […]
Water Damage Recovery: A Restoration Timeline
Every homeowner faces challenges. One of the most challenging things you can face is water damage to your home. This type of damage can leave you with a host of repairs that can cost you a lot of money. To make matters worse you may also find that water damage leads to health issues that […]
Identifying Common Types of Household Mold
The Unexpected Threat to Your Healthy Home No matter the season, everyone’s most unwanted guest loves to make a surprise appearance in your home–mold. Mold comes in all different shapes, sizes, and hues. However, unlike most household disasters, mold can creep up in some of the most unpredictable places and cause significant damage to your […]
Antimicrobial Application
Antimicrobials are an important step to any mold or water remediation. Using an antimicrobial does not count as mold remediation on its own. This is why just using bleach won’t fix your mold problem. Antimicrobial must be used in conjuncture with removal of the source issue. All contaminated materials must be removed before the use […]