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 […]

Bio-Film in the Body—Symptoms such as an inflamed nasal passage, body aches and a cold that worsens usually suggest a sinus infection caused by bacteria. However, sometimes sinus problems aren’t due to bacterial infections alone but are caused from molds. Sinuses are air-filled passages in the face and head that are lined with a mucous […]

Lesson 1 – Introduction to Mold Growth Mold can grow on virtually any organic material as long as moisture and oxygen are present. There are molds that grow on: Wood Paper Carpet Food Insulation Because mold eats or digests what it is growing on, it can damage a building and its furnishings. If left unchecked, […]

Any area with high humidity is susceptible to black mold problems. A relative humidity greater than 55 percent is enough to support the growth of black mold. Indoors, humidity levels can fluctuate drastically due to the effects of HVAC systems. Humidity can even vary greatly from room to room, so it is important to monitor […]