Crawlspaces are really challenging. If you have a crawlspace foundation, you may be wondering if installing a crawl space dehumidifier is enough to keep mold growth away. Or maybe you’re wondering why encapsulation is needed if there’s already a dehumidifier. Should You Encapsulate? Yes, you have to encapsulate the dirt floor. In some climates, […]
Signs of water damage There are lots of signs of water damage that can be found if you know to look for them. Below are six indications that water damage might be a problem in your building: Musty smells Musty odors indicate mold is present. But also know that lack of a musty smell […]
About moisture meters Moisture meters can be very helpful in finding concealed mold and water damage. They can also be helpful in determining if a leak is active or a past problem by measure even slight variations in moisture content of materials. Types of moisture meters There are two types of meters for materials. […]
Moisture control is fundamental to the proper functioning of any building Controlling moisture is critical to protect occupants from adverse health effects and to protect the building, its mechanical systems and its contents from physical or chemical damage. Yet, moisture problems are becoming so common in buildings, that many people consider them inevitable. Excessive moisture […]
The flooding as a result of Hurricane Harvey has created environmental hazards of catastrophic proportion. Below are three resources that describe potential health effects or exposure to water damage and related mold and bacteria. The health effects for individuals exposed to water damage, mold, and bacteria manifest in both physical and psychological stress and are […]
Can I use coatings ‘to seal in’ mold spores? The short answer is no. Even the top-of-the-line products often recommended by contractors will not ‘seal in’ mold spores or other toxins. If you have a mold problem, coatings are just one piece of the solution. Adding a coating on top of existing mold is like […]