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 […]
Category: Mold
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 […]
Proper Attic Venting to Prevent Mold Growth
One of the most common phone calls we receive in regards to mold in a home is for mold in the attic or mold in the basement. Proper attic venting is crucial to prevent mold growth in the attic. Recently we were called out to a home in the Appleton area where a home inspection turned […]
7 Questions to Ask Before Hiring a Mold Remediation Company
What questions should you be asking a mold remediation company before hiring them? Get a “yes” answer to this quick list of questions before hiring a mold remediation company to remove the mold in your home. 1) Will the contractor/mold remediation company give you a written contract or change order? 2) Is the contractor prepared […]
I Don’t Know Why I Have Mold?
Some of the most frequently asked questions we receive when people call us about mold removal, remediation and cleanup is, “I don’t know why I have mold?” Mold comes in many different forms and is around us in the air. There is no escaping mold but there are certain steps you can take to prevent […]
Water Damage or Sewer Backups Happen – Fast Action to Cleanup is the Key
Water damage, sewer backups, these are the plights all homeowners may face at one time or another. Recently CCS Property Services was called to a water emergency at a home located in the Green Bay area. Luckily for the homeowner, this was caught very early. Cleanup was fast and the job was much easier to […]
Helping Home Buyers and Sellers Get the Best Real Estate Agents
In our line of work, we work with a lot of homeowners along with many real estate agents. CCS works with some of the best real estate agents around. We found this article in the Green Bay Press Gazette on Sunday, April 15th and thought it would be a nice one to share with homeowners […]
Removing Mold from a Wall in a Water Damaged Property
It happens, a water pipe burst, a seal on a water line breaks and the flooding begins. When a property is left vacant for any number of reasons, and a water leak happens, this becomes disastrous. CCS Property Services shares one such property and the work they’ve been doing to remedy the homes current situation. […]
Mold Prevention – Where to Check for Mold in Your Home
Tips for Keeping Mold Away Mold can grow in a number of places in your home; some areas are pretty obvious while others may be the farthest from your mind. Mold prevention is accomplished with thorough inspections of all areas of your home on a regular basis. It only takes 24 to 48 hours for […]