What’s the #1 myth regarding mold avoidance? Avoid mold problems by living in a home or working in a building on a slab foundation. WRONG! Regarding slab foundations… know that in most parts of the country and the world, slab foundations have foundation walls going down to undisturbed soil and going below the local frost […]
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 […]
Do-It-Yourself Mold Inspection Guide for Getting Started Very toxic mold can be completely concealed; you may not smell it. Some people exposed to toxic mold will feel fine, but the mold is still there and it may be compromising your health or the health of people you care about without even knowing it. Do not […]
Health Effects and Symptoms of Mold Exposure Problems of water damage in buildings along with mold growth are on the rise and so are complex health challenges. Could there be a connection? Often times, water damage and related health hazards in buildings are completely concealed. When water damage or mold does become apparent on surfaces or […]
Don’t let this happen to you! Are you in the process of looking for a new home to rent or purchase? Before you put your health at stake, make sure the dwelling is not going to be toxic to your health. In this brief post, I’m going to provide you with my top tips to […]
The plan In the state of Ilinois, where I live, there is currently a piece of legislation that is sitting on Governor Rauner’s desk that, if passed, will cause a MASSIVE increase in the electromagnetic exposure of the citizens of Illinois. Is this happening in your state as well? A vote needed by April 15th […]