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The simple answer is, yes, water damage can easily cause mold. While water damage doesn’t always cause the growth of mold, it’s very common. That’s why it’s important to check your home for mold after any signs of water damage. You should also invest in water damage repairs as soon as possible to avoid further damage. Read on for more information on water damage and the growth of mold. What causes mold to grow in the home? You can find mold spores just about anywhere. However, they only grow and thrive in areas with plenty of moisture. That’s why people... View Article
Water damage can be a double whammy for a homeowner. Not only is there the loss of damaged items inside the home to deal with, but there is also sometimes damage to the property itself. When it comes to fixing the problems that come with water damage, there are two aspects to consider: water damage mitigation and water damage restoration. Here is some more information about each to get a better idea of the differences between the two. Water damage mitigation Water damage mitigation is the part of the process that prevents further damage to your property and belongings. It... View Article
The idea of having your air ducts cleaned makes a lot of sense. After all, dust will naturally accumulate on any flat surface, including flat surfaces inside your home that you can’t see, like the air ducts. You might even consider having them cleaned on a regular basis. But is duct cleaning really necessary? The debate on this topic has not been settled. In essence, there is no hard-and-fast rule about duct cleaning, so it’s up to you if and when you decide you should have them cleaned or not. Here’s some more information about duct cleaning to help you... View Article
Asbestos is a very dangerous material, but there are still lots of structures that were built with asbestos, and it’s important to be aware of potential exposure risks. Homes constructed prior to 1980 were frequently built with asbestos materials in flooring and ceilings. When asbestos is disturbed, such as during renovation projects, it can contaminate the air and lead to all kinds of serious health risks for people who are exposed to the material. If your home was built before 1980 and you’re concerned it might have asbestos in the flooring or ceilings, keep reading to learn about how asbestos... View Article
Air quality is essential to the health of everyone in a household, but many homeowners don’t know how to make sure their air is as healthy as possible. Home air quality tests give homeowners the ability to make sure there aren’t any harmful particles or dangerous substances in their household air. Keep reading to get more information about home air quality tests and learn how you can use them. Why is air quality testing so important? Many homeowners assume their air is clean as long as it doesn’t smell strange or have visible suspended particles, but the reality is that... View Article
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