by Aspen | Jun 8, 2018 | Blog, General, Uncategorized
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...
by Aspen | May 28, 2018 | Blog, General, Uncategorized
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...
by Aspen | May 18, 2018 | Blog, General, Uncategorized
In 2002, the U.S. International Trade Commission reported that according to one estimate, US insurers paid over $3 billion in mold-related lawsuits, more than double the previous year’s total. According to the Insurance Information Institute, in 2003 there were over...
by Aspen | May 13, 2018 | Blog, General, Uncategorized
After what we went through a year ago, mold is near the top of my list of things to worry about. Mold can start growing so very easily – depending on the variety, something needs to be wet between 24 and 72 hours before it will start to grow. (That’s because there...
by Aspen | May 3, 2018 | Blog, General, Uncategorized
With all the rain we’ve had in April, there’s a good chance your home or business might have mold due to recent conditions being perfect for mold growth. It doesn’t take long—24 hours is all—so if you’ve had water in your basement, around your foundation, or leaking...
