Duizenden opgesloten kippen verdrinken bij overstromingen in Chilliwack (Canada)

Thousands of chickens drown in Chilliwack floods11-01-2009 By Catherine Rolfsen and Mary Frances Hill , Vancouver Sun, ... back for at least a month as structural damage and mold issues are addressed.Ten homes in the Baker ... if their insurance does not cover costs of damage.“The water levels are continuing to drop,” said [more...]

Date: 2009-01-12 08:50:00

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How to Tell if you Have Toxic Mold in your Home

If there are stains on your walls or ceilings this could be a sign of toxic mold. If the area is very dark, it could be toxic and should be taken care of immediately. Mold ... outdoors it’s not normal. Mold doesn’t give you allergies necessarily, rather causes allergy [more...]

Date: 2008-11-16 00:04:31

The joys and benefits of Organic mold remover

Almost all new home owners have experienced that brand new house fragrance ... cleaning products in their homes as we speak. Maybe Going Green remind you of something?most people love to use these cleaning products because of the safety features. Harmful acids are quickly [more...]

Date: 2009-01-09 19:42:31

ew ew ew

This was supposed to be a post of vacation photos. Really ... and have to make a Major Life Decision in the next week or so, the last thing you want to come home ... little line of mold spots under the door every week. That would be the fridge that maintenance put [more...]

Date: 2009-01-08 15:41:00

Cutting Costs and Increasing Profits on a House Flip

Anyone wholesaling property will want to keep their costs down and profits high ... the average homeowner terrified of possible black mold in a home. Plus, it’s really hard ... over the property you’ll be signing papers on. A home inspection can ensure that the property [more...]

Date: 2008-11-19 03:25:22

The Pollution In The Air

The Pollution In The Air While we have tried to make improvements to our air quality in the past few years by using more fuel efficient vehicles ... Aydan Corkern § Environment ‡ Comments (0) ° Tagged: damage, fire, floods, Home, house, mold, rain, restoration, safety, storms, water [more...]

Date: 2009-01-02 14:40:12

Is Your Dream Home Sick - Halifax Home Inspector To The Rescue!

by Robert Harris Before you make an offer on that home of your dreams, ... . Engaging the services of a Halifax home inspection professional will put your mind at ease. They are well trained to spot any potentially harmful substances or materials, including: MOLD AND MILDEW No home [more...]

Date: 2008-09-18 13:07:23

Sustainable Solutions for Conquering Mold!

Rain, rain, go away.   Come again some other day… Mold, mold, meet your end.  Never, ever come again! ... bleach.  Surely, bleach works well on mold and has many other functions in the home.  On the other ... tent) due to a blight of mold.  The old children’s song of the first lyric is what Pittsburgh’ [more...]

Date: 2008-07-17 13:50:35

Should You Buy a Home With a Wet Basement?

Mold isn't the only concern in a home with a wet basement. Shortly after I bought an 1898 Victorian in Minneapolis, my basement flooded. It was a hard July rain, the... [more...]

Date: 2009-01-02 05:00:03

Tips On Water Removal From A Flooded Home

Having a flooded home or basement is indeed a challenging task and never a fun experience, most especially if damage is extensive as caused by flood ... . This kind of scenario can surely devastate you. It can leave obvious cracks in your home’s foundation. Water can also cause mold and fungus to grow, and it can ... [more...]

Date: 2008-12-28 22:15:04

Can Green Designs Solve A Housing Crisis?

HopiReservation_Cameron.jpg The walls of Elmer Bear Eagle's house are covered in mold. The black intrusion began in the basement ... , creating a mold haven. The homes are also fraught with poor insulation, which Bear Eagle says [more...]

Date: 2008-07-07 19:15:33

Galveston Pushes Gentrification by Hurricane

Houston Independent Media Center GALVESTON, Texas — Charles Early runs an Internet bookstore from his apartment on the west end of Galveston Island ... from entry even as the threat of toxic mold over-running their homes grew daily. Less than a week after [more...]

Date: 2008-10-24 03:05:49

BELFOR Property Restoration Serving Chester and Delaware Counties

Fire is one of the most devastating events a family can suffer ... Demolition & Removal Home Improvement & Modernization Mold & Mildew Removal Antique Fire ... Services Carpet Water Extraction & Cleaning Commercial Mold Testing & Remediation     [more...]

Date: 2008-09-17 00:11:08

Can Green Designs Solve A Housing Crisis?

Hopi reservation housing The walls of Elmer Bear Eagle's house are covered in mold. The black intrusion began in the basement ... , creating a mold haven. The homes are also fraught with poor insulation, which Bear Eagle says [more...]

Date: 2008-07-07 10:00:00

Lapin Qbiq DIY Robot Rabbit by Fakir

LAPIN QBIQ is a cross between a rabbit and a robot, and is a delightful "platform" toy from France - tho "new" on TRE, ... and plans (including loads more custom L.Q-pics).TOYSREVIL: Who is "LAPIN QBIQ"?FAKIR: THE L.Q ... , in resin polyuréthane with a silicone mold at home. The second prototype was 7 inch tall and was made [more...]

Date: 2009-01-19 13:24:00

Mold Remediation: Hey, You Can Do It Like A Pro!

The toxic mold is known not just as an infrastructure wrecker but even more famously, as a notorious source of various diseases ... . If you live in a home with a high level of moisture, mold contamination is not, in any way, impossible from happening. The only consolation you get is that mold contamination can be ... [more...]

Date: 2008-12-06 06:55:05

Even drywall is made in China.

This is a scary story. Homeowners in Florida are having a battle with Lennar Homes concerning the use of drywall made in China ... of a white HVAC repair truck became a running joke in the neighborhood. Metal within their homes ... -based National Organization of Remediators and Mold Inspectors, wonders whether the Chinese drywall [more...]

Date: 2009-01-16 04:51:00

Is Your House Making You Sick? Indoor Chemicals and the Depression Link!

Depression is the most common psychological disorder in the US ... for toxic chemicals. Chemicals like pentachlorophenol, a wood preservative, were found in 71 percent ... , and sleeplessness. Strong chemicals are released from new homes, household paint, household cleaners, mold [more...]

Date: 2009-01-02 03:48:49

Winterizing your home

Getting cabin fever with all the bad winter weather? The EPA said that the average home has 2-5 times more pollution than outside air ... to rinse out of your home during winter. Instead, get rid of mold and mildew with a solution of two ... on warmer days, I turn off my heat and open the windows to let some fresh air in. I remove my shoes [more...]

Date: 2008-12-29 21:33:47

Homeowners: The Effectiveness Of Mold Removal Cleaners For ...

Water damage to homes and properties can create a variety of problems and are not just relegated to the deterioration of structures and materials. A more serious health risk can accompany water damage, particularly in the area of mold infestations. Proper mold removal procedures should be employed by homeowners to prevent further [more...]

Date: 2008-11-18 15:30:03

Mold damages more than our pride in La Porte

La Porte mold removal is a must for those homes with water damage but many people don’t realize the full extent of damage caused by water ... , the insect-mold duo can be a costly threat to your largest investment. 2.      Mold and mildew. Although ... takes place. 4.      Rust. As if mold, mildew, insects and bacteria weren’t enough…high levels [more...]

Date: 2008-10-24 19:21:09

Extreme Makeover Home Edition Helps Family With Mother Suffering From Ventricular Tachycardia

On this week’s episode of Extreme Makeover Home Edition, ... feels ill and fatigued, she still works as a music teacher, band director, 1st grade reading specialist ... Helps Family With Hazardous Mold In Their Home [more...]

Date: 2008-12-07 16:00:00

What is LEED®LEED® stands for Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design. It was created and is administered by the U.S ... benefits such as reduced exposure to mold, mildew and other indoor toxins.LEED®-certified homes may also ... , use less water, are associated with fewer asthma attacks, and are at lower risk for mold and mildew [more...]

Date: 2009-01-10 15:27:03

Erin Cureton: How to Form a Team to Buy and Sell Foreclosed Homes

by Erin Cureton Buying Realtor In order to get the best deals on the market, you need to have a realtor who is plugged into the foreclosure market ... . Simple tests can keep you from buying a home with a mold or asbestos problem. It is better to find [more...]

Date: 2008-11-10 19:40:56

Erin Cureton: How to Form a Team to Buy and Sell Foreclosed Homes

by Erin Cureton Buying Realtor In order to get the best deals on the market, you need to have a realtor who is plugged into the foreclosure market ... . Simple tests can keep you from buying a home with a mold or asbestos problem. It is better to find [more...]

Date: 2008-11-09 15:21:56

The Silver Lining of the Foreclosure Crisis

It may be a bad time to own or sell, but it’s a great time to buy now that house prices are falling ... all over the place, missing fixtures and a galloping case of mold or termites. Don’t discount ... is genuinely a home that can be restored; the money you spend on a qualified inspector is more than worth [more...]

Date: 2009-01-02 22:30:42

$599,977 :: 2172 E Sidewinder, Meridian ID, 83646

5 beds, 3.00 full 2.00 half baths Property Size: 3,750 sq ft Lot Size: 8,712 sq ft Added: 12/23/08, Last Updated: 12/23/08 Property Type: Single Family MLS Number: 98386543 Community: NE Meridian Tract: Settlers ... , 25 yr mold guarantee, 10 yr home warranty, 1st place kitchen features all GE, Monogram chef series [more...]

Date: 2008-12-24 22:29:55

How to Stop and / or Prevent Mold from Growing in My Attic

Mold growing in the attic does not necessarily cause your house air contamination. However, it usually becomes an issue when discovered during the home inspection. In addition, depending on the mold contamination extent, correcting the problem could make a significant hole [more...]

Date: 2008-12-30 11:45:40

How to Stop and / or Prevent Mold from Growing in My Attic

Mold growing in the attic does not necessarily cause your house air contamination. However, it usually becomes an issue when discovered during the home inspection. In addition, depending on the mold contamination extent, correcting the problem could make a significant hole [more...]

Date: 2009-01-04 22:35:16

Flood Damage Cleanup Made Easy

Flood Damage Cleanup Made Easy After the flood there are thousands of things to deal with, but this may make the process a little easier. ¶ Posted 24 June 2008 † Rachel Yoshida § Home ‡ Comments (0) ° Tagged: fire, mold, renovation, restoration, smoke, water, water damage restoration [more...]

Date: 2008-06-24 19:03:05

Real Estate Bargain: Pot Houses

Elk Grove, CA, with a Zillow Home Value Index (Zindex) ... structural systems becomes compromised and the walls and foundation are exposed to possible mold contamination. So, if you’re looking for homes for sale and see a real estate deal too good to be true, make [more...]

Date: 2008-06-30 20:34:41

House Update: Master Bathroom.

So after talking to some friends this weekend on our trip back to my home town, ... of all of the MOLD and Dirt that was stuck under the track of the shower doors. It took a lot of bleach [more...]

Date: 2009-01-11 20:56:00

The Face of Flood Recovery

I had planned to post a photo essay Dec. 3, the one-year anniversary of the flooding that inundated my community, but I didn’t get it done ... . They built a brick foundation under it, and now it’s high enough that the water will flood the basement ... . The flood waters brought in mold spores and bacteria, and that’s why the homes were unsafe to enter. [more...]

Date: 2009-01-10 01:55:18

Toxic Mold Remediation

If your serious about stopping mold and mildew from spreading all over your house, make sure your home is set up to get rain water away quickly ... Mold Remediation. So if your house get the problem like it, do not hestitate to contact them early ... . Have your gutters cleaned regularly. But if it not enough you can take this way. mainly mold [more...]

Date: 2008-10-24 16:44:48

A Biohazard Suit And Mold — Facts You Need To Know

The modern home can be built so air tight for conservation purposes it can lead to poor air quality from lack of circulation ... . When mold is introduced to the picture, the combination can lead to allergies, illness, and even death under extreme circumstances. Because of the potential dangers in working with mold, you need to ... [more...]

Date: 2008-12-07 13:15:03

Breathe Easy LP: An Excellent Service Provider In Houston.

If you’re either moving from another home, or relocating to Houston, Texas, ... offers complete mold testing and remediation for the most potentially-dangerous molds affecting people ... one of the first items you need to tell your real-estate agent is to have a mold test done [more...]

Date: 2008-10-26 16:11:16

Get your home comfortable this winter with BB Systems Service in Bechtelsville, PA

BB Systems Service in Bechtelsville, PA offers products for a comfortable home ... Installation Air Quality Assessment & Treatment Air, Mold & Environmental Testing Electronic ... , mold, mildew, pollen and animal dander. Many of these contaminants are circulated through [more...]

Date: 2008-12-12 16:50:25

Very Cool (Or Is That Warm?)

Very Cool (Or Is That Warm?) This won’t do me much good in Las Vegas, but it’s still pretty neat: a home that stays warm without a heater ... and mold. But new passive houses use an ingenious central ventilation system. The warm air going out passes side by side with clean, cold air coming in, exchanging heat with 90 percent efficiency. “ [more...]

Date: 2008-12-27 23:06:55

Air cleaning plants

Air cleaning plants December 10th, 2008 From Organic Gardening: Next time you go shopping for home cleaning supplies, ... not to mention mold and tobacco smoke—all add up to a cleanup best tackled by Mother Nature. Plant leaves [more...]

Date: 2008-12-10 16:25:28

Thankful Thursday – PRAYER

Do not be anxious about anything, but in everything, by prayer and petition, with THANKSGIVING, present your requests to God ... home this evening. Revolution Leadership Team – God continues to mold us and shape us, which ... last Friday, received news of abnormal test results on Monday. Holding on… My dear friends The Olivers – Clay [more...]

Date: 2008-10-30 13:52:00

BOOK REVIEW | Suspicious Minds

SUSPICIOUS MINDS by Christy Barritt Gabby St. Claire is desperate for work ... her decision when she’s hired to remove the mold from the crawl space of an older home that the owner wants to put on the market. The crawl space is filled with mold, snakes—and Elvis, dead as a doornail [more...]

Date: 2008-09-05 01:24:09

Be Prepared For Water Damage

Be Prepared For Water Damage Lack of preperation is bad when you are dealing with life and property. ¶ Posted 09 July 2008 † Rachel Yoshida § Home ‡ Comments (0) ° Tagged: fire, mold, renovation, restoration, roof, roofing, smoke, water, water damage restoration [more...]

Date: 2008-07-09 04:39:05

Reducing Volatile Organic Compounds in Your Home

Volatile Organic Compounds (VOCs) are harmful gases that can be emitted by some paints, solvents, cleaners, adhesives, furniture, and shelving ... Pest ControlEliminating Mold in Your Home [more...]

Date: 2008-11-19 15:50:04

The Energy Challenge - No Furnaces but Heat Aplenty in Innovative ‘Passive Houses’ - Series - NYTimes.com

#fullpost{display:inline;}"December 27, 2008The Energy ChallengeNo Furnaces but Heat Aplenty in ‘Passive Houses’By ELISABETH ROSENTHALDARMSTADT, ... sealed solar-heated homes failed, because of stagnant air and mold. But new passive houses use an ingenious central ventilation system. The warm air going out passes side by side with clean, cold air [more...]

Date: 2008-12-28 05:22:00

REDUCED $30,000 - 323 Stutts Road, Brunswick, Georgia - Builder's Personal Residence

323 Stutts Road, Brunswick, Georgia 31523 Reduced to $355,000 $385,000 3 Bedrooms 2 Full Baths 1 Half Baths Approx 2400 sq.ft ... Authentic Mexican Style Stucco on exterior The home was built with amenities in mind ... Mold Prevention Treatment • 3 Porches • Open Down Stairs • Fenced Yard • Lake Lot • Tile on Front [more...]

Date: 2008-11-16 19:59:03

Home Buyers Can Make a Great DEAL in this Changed Real Estate Market!

Howie Mandle isn't the only one giving people the opportunity of a lifetime....You CAN Make a GREAT Deal if you buy a home now ... then discovers toxic black mold in the walls costing, a failed septic system or cement in the plumbing [more...]

Date: 2009-01-10 23:00:00

How do you know if you have been infected of mold?

We have heard a lot of stories on how notorious the black mold could be in causing serious health problems to a contaminated home ... and redness not just by direct contact with the black mold but also through inhalation of the spores ... be experiencing a symptom for mold exposure. Difficulty in breathing – Inhaling mold spore [more...]

Date: 2008-07-24 09:08:49

Whole House Dehumidifier

The relative humidity in your home should be between 30-50% ... like mold, wet patches on the walls and ceilings, corrosion, decay and other moisture related ... excess moisture in the air which prevents infestations and mildew. These problems can not only cause [more...]

Date: 2009-01-18 11:35:25

Buying Enviromental Pet Products

Buying Enviromental Pet Products We were at one of the box stores yesterday buying some plumbing supplies and I noticed how many displays there were for environmentally friendly items. There was everything from mold killers, to cleaning ... you are using in the home such as laundry detergent or garden sprays. Tag: dog health Bookmark It Add [more...]

Date: 2008-12-07 19:56:42

Wood Stoves and Other Alternative Adventures

One of the biggest selling points when we purchased our home over a year ago was the fact that it had multiple fireplaces. Our Victorian home is charming- with it's wood floors, beautiful moldings, and historic feel ... into a traumatic episode of Little House on the Prairie as we huddled in front of the fire trying [more...]

Date: 2009-01-19 15:29:55

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