A Massachusetts mother is demanding answers from her local housing authority after a strange substance in her walls forced her and her sons into a hotel. Jessica Pacheco, of Shrewsbury, has a son who is severely disabled and taking care of him is why she had to quit her job and rely on public housing. […]

Note: Although this article discusses “leaky condo syndrome” in Canada, similar situations have developed in the U.S., especially in the Northeast, which has experienced an exceptionally rainy spring and summer. The leaky condo crisis, also known as the leaky condo syndrome and rotten condo crisis, is an ongoing construction, financial, and legal crisis in Canada. […]

A few simple steps can save property owners thousands of dollars of damage due to structural mold growth, according to Doug Hoffman, executive director of the National Organization of Remediators and Mold Inspectors (NORMI), a nonprofit organization that trains and certifies indoor air quality professionals. Taking the necessary steps to avoid structural mold growth not […]

Molds gradually destroy the things they grow on. By controlling moisture and eliminating mold growth you can: Prevent damage to building materials and furnishings Save money Avoid potential health risks Concern about indoor exposure to mold has been increasing as the public becomes aware that exposure to mold can cause a variety of health effects […]

Note: Employers and commercial property owners should know that testing for mold and removal of mold is no longer an “if I feel like it” situation. Mold can cause serious health issues, and OSHA and lawsuits could close down a business if mold is not addressed. Aspen Environmental Services is providing the following article to […]

To ensure a healthy flood cleanup, identify the tasks you can do yourself and then locate qualified professionals to do the ones you can’t, recommends Doug Hoffman, Executive Director of the National Organization of Remediators and Mold Inspectors and author of Mold-Free Construction. Recognizing if you are in a high-risk health group is the first […]

While there are still some sources that advocate using bleach for mold clean-up, we do not recommend it in most situations and for several reasons. In published resources chlorine bleach does NOT effectively kill mold, especially on porous surfaces (drywall, wood, etc.) and actually promotes regrowth by adding water to the material and changing surface […]

The wet season in the winter months is one of the best times of year for molds to grow and expand. Often mold is contained near sources of water where it can easily grow and reproduce. As it grows, mold can breakdown and compromise the integrity and strength of the source in which it lives. […]

Aeroseal Duct Sealing can improve your home comfort, reduce your energy bills, and improve your indoor air quality. Comfort The #1 reason home and business owners want Aeroseal Duct Sealing is because they experience hot and cold rooms or high temp differences between upstairs vs. downstairs areas. The majority of homes and businesses we see suffer […]

Start 2017 on the right foot with this list of questions to consider if you suspect mold in your home or commercial building. Are there existing moisture problems in the building? Have building materials been wet more than 48 hours? (See Table 2 and text) Are there hidden sources of water or is the humidity […]