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 […]
Category: Mold
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. […]
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 […]
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 […]