The first question we need to ask ourselves is what a Hurricane is, a hurricane is a rotating low-pressure tropical storm. Storms with surface wind of less than 39 miles per hour are tropical depressions, storms with surface winds between 39 and 74 miles per hour are tropical storms, and if the winds reach 74 […]

NEED A CLEANING OR RESTORATION EXPERT? Whether it’s an emergency situation or you’re planning ahead, make sure you hire an IICRC-certified professional to do the job right the first time. Aspen Environmental Services professionals are licensed and insured and members of theNational Institute of Inspection Cleaning and Restoration Certification (IICRC)*, an organization whose standards promote professionalism […]

Please know that Aspen will work through this disaster with your insurance company to get you back into your home or business as soon as possible. Just call us at (978) 328-0882. Have professionals handle the job—and get it done right. Aspen professionals are licensed and insured and members of the National Institute of Inspection […]

Hurricane season is officially upon us and the potential damage that storms can leave behind is limitless. For some properties, the severe weather will result in water damage, caused by flooding. In an effort to help homeowners recover, the National Air Duct Cleaners Association (NADCA) is offering tips about restoring damaged HVAC systems and avoiding […]

Fact Sheet Introduction During a flood cleanup, the indoor air quality in your home or office may appear to be the least of your problems. However, failure to remove contaminated materials and to reduce moisture and humidity can present serious long-term health risks. Standing water and wet materials are a breeding ground for microorganisms, such […]

Ask a Mold Expert: What Do I Use to Kill Mold on a Roof? We often get some very interesting questions from our members, and others in the building and construction community. We recently were posed one that we believe would be helpful for the public. A roofing contractor recently sent us this message: “I saw your […]

I recently performed an aerobic (air) mold test on a house near the beach in St. Petersburg, Florida. This came from a lead I received from an ASHI (American Society of Home Inspectors) Home Inspector with whom I work closely on such problems. He had seen some mildew in the master bedroom closet ceiling and […]

It’s true! And Aspen Environmental Services is the premier mold removal company in MA and NH. Watch us at work: If you need mold remediation, testing, home inspection, or air duct cleaning call us at 800.931.MOLD and get your indoor air quality improved. Your health depends on it. We have the professional certifications and experience […]

Odor removal is one of the more subjective parts of restoration and remediation work. What one person smells, another may not. What is offensive-smelling to one person, may smell sweet as roses to someone else (anyone want to talk about the smell of diesel fumes?!). All of this is why most restoration companies today no […]

Assess the seriousness of the problem (eyes, ears, nose). Screen seriousness of problem (do-it-yourself kits or NORMI™ Certified Mold Inspector third party consultation). Remediate those specific areas where serious health effects might result. Protect yourself with N-95 mask and gloves. Remove all damaged construction materials that appear unsalvageable (drywall should be removed half again as […]