No, it is not safe to stay in your home after a fire. You need to have the area inspected, cleaned, and repaired first. Even a small house fire can release toxic chemicals into the air which could hurt you and your family. The only way to be sure it is safe and not a…
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What Is Mold Remediation? The word “mold” is enough to strike fear into any homeowner. However, microscopic mold spores exist in almost every environment, indoors or outdoors. Mold remediation involves eliminating harmful mold growth — which is typically the kind of growth you can see and smell. Is There a Difference Between Mold Removal and…
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Asbestos was once considered a “wonder material” in the world of building. Today, it’s a hidden danger for many homes and commercial buildings. Asbestos is the commercial name used for a group of naturally-occurring, fibrous silicate minerals. It’s easy to mine and found all over the world. The most valuable property of asbestos is its…
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Mold can have long-term effects on your health. It is a hazard in many homes that can trigger allergies that range from a mild sneezing attack to severe medical concerns requiring a visit to your doctor at best. Considering this, it’s advisable to keep a mold prevention checklist. Some symptoms that occur when people…
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Unpleasant and stubborn, mold and mildew are some of the most common household problems. If you’re a homeowner or renter, chances are you’ve dealt with these fungal issues at some point or another. There’s a lot of debate on what products work best against mold, whether natural or chemical cleaners are more effective and what…
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It’s common to see minor pipe leaks from time to time. But sometimes, a small leak may often raise many health and safety red flags. A leaking pipe may indicate underlying issues in your overall plumbing systems, from expensive structural damage to hazardous mildew growth. But what causes pipe leaks? What are the best ways…
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The very idea of having black mold strikes terror into the hearts of homeowners everywhere. But what exactly is black mold? Interestingly, black mold isn’t just one type of mold. It’s a label applied to many different types of fungus. But stachybotrys chartarum is the species we tend to call black mold. This particular mold…
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When it comes to flooding, Mother Nature has not been kind during the past few years. Millions of homes across America are affected by urban flooding due to increased rains and the resulting overflow from rivers, streams, and coastal areas. But Americans face another type of emergency flooding—from inside their homes. The most common cause…
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According to the National Fire Protection Association, electrical fires were involved in an average of 47,820 reported home structure fires from 2007–2011. Almost half (48 percent) of home structure electrical fires involve some type of electrical distribution equipment, such as wiring, outlets, switches, lamps, light bulbs, cords or plugs. Not only are electrical fires dangerous,…
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According to statistics from the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), there are more than 350,000 home fires each year in the U.S., leading to more than 2,600 deaths. Fires can be started in a number of ways, but they generally fall into one of two categories: fires caused by heat igniting combustible materials, and…
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