Cabin Mold – Do you have a Lake Home, Lake Cottage, or Cabin? Is Mold a Concern? Spring is here and this is the time of year when people start to open up their lake cottages, homes or cabins. If your lake home, lake cottage or cabin was closed properly and free from damage or […]
Category: Mold
Pets and Mold – Can They Get Sick From Mold Too?
Pets and Mold! Most of us understand that mold can make people sick but did you know that mold can also make your pets sick? Yes, exposure to household mold can make your pets sick, too. Since pets are typically smaller than their adult human owners, the exposure to mold can make them sick faster […]
The Best Home Maintenance Tasks to Tackle in January
It’s time for a new start, it’s a new year! If you celebrate the holidays, this is the time you start to put away the holiday decorations. It’s also a great time to tackle some home maintenance tasks. As a homeowner it’s best to stay on top of any repairs that may be needed. By […]
Winter Mold in Wisconsin – Is Mold an Issue in the Winter?
Is mold an issue in the winter or only during the summer months in Wisconsin? In our line of business, we see mold year-round. Winter mold is caused by the same elements that cause mold other times of the year (moisture, warmth, and food source). However, people with sensitivities to mold can find that it […]
Protect Your Home from Mold Growth
If you’ve followed any of our previous posts or looked around our website, you’ll know that mold is everywhere. You’ll also know that mold needs moisture and organic material (food) for growth. Today, we’ll identify five areas where mold can commonly grow. By knowing these areas you can take the proper steps, to protect your […]
Mold the Silent Invader
Mold can grow in as little as 48 hours. Because growth can happen so quickly, mold can become an issue in your home or business when there’s high humidity. Mold causes damage to your property and can cause significant health issues to you and your family if not handled properly. Mold the silent invader grows […]
Basement Water Issues
With all the rain we’ve received in the last few weeks and moisture in the air, now is the time to keep your eye on your basement. For some people, they have been hit with actual flooding in their basement. For others, it could be just extra dampness from the rain soaking into the ground. […]
Who to Call for a Flooded Basement
Heavy rains caused flooded basements in Northeast Wisconsin, Green Bay and Appleton in late August and early September. When this happens, water in the basement causes damage to materials and contents and if not properly taken care of will result in mold growth. Quick action and learning who to call for a flooded basement can […]
Mold Encapsulation
What is mold encapsulation? Mold encapsulation; what does it mean when a mold removal company says that they need to encapsulate mold in your home or business? Encapsulation is the process of enclosing something in. For our purposes, it is about enclosing or sealing off mold on a moldy surface that could not be fully […]
Mold Removal and Remediation Jobs in Wisconsin
One of our latest mold removal and remediation jobs in Wisconsin was to help a homeowner who is planning to sell their home. The homeowner wanted to have the mold removed and remediated before the home went on the market. In this case, the property had some minor mold issues in the basement. Process Used […]