Eastern Massachusetts has seen a lot of rain so far this winter, and we’re sure there will be more in the near future. If you’ve noticed standing water in your basement, chances are the area will develop a mold problem if the water isn’t removed immediately. If you plan on tackling a basement flood on…
10 Things You Should Know About Mold
Many people understand that mold problems can arise in their homes, but not many know why, or how or when mold issues occur. At Bay State Mold Removal, our mold remediation company provides professional testing, removal and air quality services for the entire North Shore of Massachusetts. But before you contact our team, here are…
Do I Need a Home Mold Inspection?
If you and your family are experiencing health symptoms caused by mold, or suspect that your home may have a mold problem, the only way to find out for sure is to have a professional mold inspection company assess your home. Our goals for performing a mold test Bay State Mold Removal is a fully licensed…
Heavy Rain in Mass Could Lead to Mold Problems
From Friday October 21st through Saturday October 22nd, Eastern and Central Massachusetts saw record amounts of rain over the weekend. The torrential downpour caused severe flooding in parts of Worcester and caused the National Weather Service to issue severe weather warnings via SMS around 10 PM to the general public throughout the greater Boston area.…
How Bay State Mold Removal Removes Attic Mold
At Bay State Mold Removal, our professional mold remediation crew is industry certified to remove attic mold in a variety of ways. We understand that each attic mold problem is unique, which means that there can’t just be one way to remove the issue. Four Ways To Removal Attic Mold Wire Brush & Sanding. With this mold removal…
How to Repair Moldy Drywall in Your Home
Mold thrives on porous materials because moisture usually collects there, and thus the organisms thrive. Drywall in particular is a favorite dwelling place for mold. For homeowners who have an unpainted drywall (usually found in basements), mold problems are likely to occur. If you have a mold problem on your unpainted drywall, unfortunately it will…
Tips to Preventing Household Mold
There will always be some level of mold in every home in the North Shore, but sometimes that level can get out of hand if the fungi is exposed to the ideal living conditions. In order to avoid residential mold problems, Bay State Mold Removal recommends these tips and tricks to preventing mold — because the…
Using Basement Waterproofing to Solve Mold Problems
It’s never a good day when you walk down into your basement and are met with the musty smell of mold. For homeowners with cement or cinder-block walled basements, condensation can often occur if the foundation wasn’t built properly — and with condensation often comes mold growth. Condensation issues can be solved using different types…
Mold Problems: How Your Family’s Health Could be at Risk
Many homeowners may notice that their basement, attic or bathroom has a musty odor to it, but that’s just the way those rooms are supposed to smell, right? Wrong! This is a tell-tale sign that your home has a mold problem, and it can be affecting the people who live there. In fact, mold can…
Tell Tale Signs Your Basement Has a Leak
It may be difficult to determine whether or not your home has a basement leak, as often times water seepage or leaks can take months or even years to reveal themselves. However, eventually there will be definitive warning signs that your basement is suffering from water damage and in need of basement waterproofing services. Here…