Imagine that your basement flooded right now. What would be destroyed? How much would it cost to get the water out? Would it cause mold growth – or even possibly damage the entire structural integrity of your entire home? All of that sounds expensive, right? Potentially very expensive, especially if the structure of your home…
We often think of mold as a summer issue, but mold can actually occur any time of year and is fairly common in the damp winter months. This article will cover what mold is, problem areas you might find mold in the winter, and how to stop mold from growing. What is Mold? Mold is…
We’ve all been there – you pull a bag of flour out of your pantry for a fun new recipe you found, only to see pests crawling around inside. Not only does this ruin your recipe, but it also signals the beginning of a much larger pantry pest issue. Pantry pests are annoying, but luckily,…
There are a lot of people that say not to avoid home repairs that deal with serious issues. Things like a leaky roof or issues with plumbing can really cause further costs and harm down the road. Mold, on the other hand, isn’t something you can wait even a day to take care of. Do…
The greater Boston area and North Shore have seen a lot of rain lately. But since it’s finally becoming a bit sunnier, we need to be more mindful about potential mold problems. Rainwater tends to pool and make its way into the smallest of spaces. If you’ve recently had your skylight open and perhaps didn’t shut it…
Although basements are synonymous with being cold and musty, that doesn’t have to be the case! Our mold removal company in Peabody wants to let homeowners know that they can actually improve their basement and make it a usable space by simply opting for basement waterproofing. Basement waterproofing commonly uses a sealant that prevents leaks…
A bathroom is an intimate space that provides different experiences for different individuals depending on design. It should be soothing, peaceful and clean. The presence of mold in your bathroom doesn’t resonate as clean. Mold is a type of fungi with light, microscopic spores that float in the air and can be inhaled. All types…
New England summer is in full swing which means the temperature and the humidity is high. During the summer months, mold is notorious for creeping into homes and businesses because this is it’s ideal growing conditions for mold. You may be able to start to see signs of mold in your walls, kitchen, and bathrooms.…
When you understand the common causes of mold growth in homes, it’s easier to prevent the mold from even starting to grow because the last thing you want is a house full of mold. If you do find mold in your home, it can be removed. Because it’s so dangerous, it’s best to mitigate any…
Mold is not only unsightly, but it can be harmful as well. Unfortunately, mold can be found in many homes, where it can wreak havoc if left to grow. Moisture is the breeding ground for mold, and while minor mold problems may be handled with a little DIY intervention, large mold problem should be left…