Although you might not have heard the terms “Stachybotrys chartarum”, you probably know it by its more common name “black mold” or “toxic black mold.” The “toxic” part refers to the mycotoxins that it produces. These toxins can cause several health concerns if they are ingested or inhaled. More specifically, individuals that have had a […]
For many individuals, the kitchen is the most important room in their home. Regardless of the size of the home, most of us would agree that no home can be complete without a kitchen because of the following reasons: It evolves to meet the changing needs of the homeowner. It influences our lifestyles. It’s the […]
As mold begins growing in the home, the spores find their way into your indoor air supply where you inhale them into your lungs. While it is impossible to prevent all mold spores from becoming airborne within your home, a hazardous amount of growth can pose a serious threat to your health and well-being. For […]
From the overall condition to the floor plan and location, numerous factors determine a home’s value. One such aspect that often goes overlooked is the presence of mold. Mold can hurt the value of a home and ultimately, the selling price. Even the slightest amount of mold can discourage prospective buyers and give them the […]
Although house hunting can be an enjoyable experience, it can also be very stressful at the same time. The situation can get even more complicated if you find the one house that you truly love but the home inspection reveals that there may be a mold problem. So what do you do? Do you walk […]
Mold growth can pose a serious threat to your health while at the same time damaging many of your belongings and the structure of your home. Inhaling the spores can trigger allergic reactions and asthma attacks or increase the risk of respiratory illnesses and other serious health issues. Mold growth on ceilings, walls, and other […]
Mold is a fungus that plays a significant role in nature by helping to decompose organic matter. Despite its benefits for the outside world, it’s a terrible problem to encounter if you’re a homeowner. Mold and water work in conjunction with one another and can be extremely costly to remediate. In addition to the damage […]
There is a broad range of mold that exists throughout the world, some of which are benign and relatively harmless. Conversely, there are a few types that can be very dangerous and might be found living in your south Florida home. If you’re unsure as to whether you have any of the 3 following strains […]
Mold allergies affect millions of individuals on a global scale, especially children. Even so, adults are just as susceptible to them. As most people know, mold is a type of fungus that thrives in warm, humid climates like we have in southern Florida. And it can cause health distress to a great extent. Current clinical […]
While this comes as no surprise to most Broward County residents, mold can breed in a number of different places in your home, especially where the air is damp and dark. Yet many homeowners and their families fail to realize that many mold growth problems can breed within their air conditioning units. After all, the […]
