Apply healthy indoor air tips in your home

During the dark, drippy days of winter, people spend more time indoors. This is a good time to peek into corners to assess the health of your home ... cleaning. Mold and mildew are common problems in our damp climate. To prevent mold growth, reduce ... or mold will return. Cleaning up mold should be done with soap or detergent and water. Protect [more...]

Date: 2009-01-08 02:15:36

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Three Deadly Sins That Can Ruin A Mold Case

By Jonathan Cooper This article discusses the importance of appropriate mold testing and allergy testing to mold claims from the vantage point of ... Cooper Although I’ve seen numerous ads screaming “MOLD DESTROYS YOUR HOME AND YOUR HEALTH!” ... an accepted skin or blood test for IgE antibodies to mold antigens as part of a clinical evaluation [more...]

Date: 2008-07-23 14:02:12

Now that we're covered in snow and ice, PEMCO insurance and local professionals have a few tips for preventing flooding and water damage at home ... , owner of Precision Home Inspection. "That could lead to mold problems, which are very serious." • [more...]

Date: 2008-12-23 21:56:01

Go Big or Go Home!

If I had to pick one thing to say to sum up the December 2008 Daring Bakers’ challenge, not to mention all the other challenges that we faced this year, it would be go big or go home ... Log mold but I used an 8 x 4-inch loaf mold instead. Because I rushed everything, my layers (while [more...]

Date: 2008-12-28 22:17:47

Taking Top Dollar for Your Home

by Ada Denis When you settle to sell your home you should at once begin concerning to it as a home ... carpet/s, molds repaired, cracked smear and re-taping/ repairing drywall. When making these improvements ... like a buyer. 3.Hire a professional cleaner. One Time you have the house cleared you should rent [more...]

Date: 2008-10-19 11:49:24

Simple Procedures In Doing Mold Removal On Furnishings

Simple Procedures In Doing Mold Removal On Furnishings When a house changes in temperature, humidity rises or stayed long with standing water, ... sight. Moreover, it would require a great effort to restore these items infected with mold. ¶ Posted 28 December 2008 † James Farkenfur § Home ‡ Comments (0) ° Tagged: Doing, furnishings, in, mold [more...]

Date: 2008-12-28 22:10:21

Tyvek why you should use it

Tyvek is a very common material that is used in home construction ... escape from the interior of the home, helping to prevent mold growth and rot, but it also resists any ... think about their house, they think about whether or not they want brick or wood, stucco or concrete [more...]

Date: 2008-11-26 13:15:12

Another Look at Some Green Homemade Products

When it comes to Going Green, there are a lot of things to consider. Where do I start? What products should I buy? What can I do in my own home? ... due to mold or mildew. A little baking soda in your toilet will help cut through hard water stains ... will leave a film on your hard wood floors, but vinegar will help maintain the finish while killing [more...]

Date: 2009-01-10 05:05:02

Pledge Polish - Giveaway!

I loathe cleaning. I know there are some people that truly enjoy it, but I honestly dislike cleaning ... statistic. Using Pledge helps to reduce the presence of allergens by trapping and removing them ... their homes for mold or other household allergens. Since these allergens can pose a serious health [more...]

Date: 2008-12-21 17:43:00

of Long Days and Quiet Nights

If you follow me on Twitter, you know that I have had a bit of an adventure today in home maintenance / home repair stuff ... of water.  enough to cause mold to form just a little…about six inches upward, and about seven feet long ... ), I have no clue how long the problem existed. After the insurance adjuster left, and assured [more...]

Date: 2009-01-16 04:38:51

10 Smart Ideas for a Healthy Home

10 Smart Ideas for a Healthy Home Dec. 31, 2008 As 2009 approaches, ... , Stinky Stenches, Musty Mold and Other Aggravating Home Problems." Having a humidifier running ... . Introducing or eliminating simple objects around the home can contribute to a cleaner home [more...]

Date: 2009-01-02 18:00:42

Cleaning Up Black Mold

Someone at home has been having a bout of respiratory ailments recently. No matter how much medicine ingested, the hacking cough remains ... to get a mold specialist to check out the types of spores present inside and outside of the house ... . I think the culprit is household mold because his cough gets worse the minute he steps foot [more...]

Date: 2009-01-01 14:38:13

Mold & Mildew Fixer-Upper

I had the joy of previewing this delightful bank-owned foreclosure home in south Phoenix.  It was hard to decide which photo to place first ... ) will do no repairs or remediation.  There is no way this home would qualify for FHA financing. mold mildew health ... .  Because of health concerns for buyers, mold and mildew becomes a priority.  The bathroom [more...]

Date: 2008-10-30 15:20:03

Saving mother earth by using Black mold cleaner

After you sign the papers and walk into your new investment the first thing you will notice is that clean smell ... that they are not hurting mother earth while using these organic mold removers. Would you ever believe that rust ... that have mold problems in their home are using these janitorial cleaning products are the best way [more...]

Date: 2008-12-20 19:29:50

What Documents Does a Buyer Need to Buy Real Estate?

Can a buyer represent himself when he purchases real estate from a FSBO or from a listing agent? ... Estate Agency Pamphlet Lead Paint Hazards Pamphlet Mold, Moisture, and Your Home Seller Disclosure ... Certificate For Your Protection: Get a Home Inspection For Sale By Owner Addendum Snohomish County “Right [more...]

Date: 2008-11-18 04:58:41

10 Most Overlooked Items on Homeowners Insurance Claims

Homeowners insurance in Alabama in not cheap, so it is important to take not of all your benefits Landscape: Often times when a home is burned, ... conditioning bill to prevent mold growth and dry out the structure. Shop and Compare multiple Home Insurance ... . The insurance company’s job when there is a claim is to assist the homeowner to draw on that [more...]

Date: 2008-12-28 10:05:16

The Ferragamo ticket? and other Sunday items

Well, yesterday was an “opportunity for growth” day*: For some reason I couldn’t access Wordpress, while at the same time the (new) ... the drips. This morning the sun has come out, I can blog, and The Husband is in the attic collecting soaking-wet insulation into garbage bags so we won’t have home-grown mold taking over. For more homeowner [more...]

Date: 2008-09-07 14:27:25

Toxic Black Mold - what Phoenix home owners must know

The monsoon season has just passed and left record amounts of rain in Phoenix from Mesa, to Peoria to Scottsdale. With so many vacant, bank owned ( ... homeowners must know However, there is one type of mold, Black Mold, also called Toxic Black Mold ... . Toxic Black Mold has been known in a few cases to cause death to infants. If you are buying a home [more...]

Date: 2008-09-12 12:25:12

Problems with Certain Promises During Escrow

by Hal James Buying and selling a home is complicated enough without raising legal issues. Still, the law is there for a reason ... , but then an issue comes up in an inspection. The parties usually orally agree to a solution only ... . After a month, you reach a deal with a buyer. A home inspector reports the presence of mold [more...]

Date: 2008-10-13 13:21:11

Special Needs Sunday: Natural Air Detox

With all of Jenna’s lung problems, we’re constantly watching the quality of the air in our home ... and mold populations) DON’T use a humidifier in Jenna’s room (Pulmonologist said this makes it harder ... or beeswax, which burn “clean” DON’T use aerosol air fresheners or dusting/cleaning sprays Jenna’ [more...]

Date: 2008-12-07 10:00:53

Bootleg Soapmaking

OK I did it! After running around to 4 different stores today looking for a digital scale, I finally came home, ... have a real soap mold so I'm using a mini loaf pan and a little ceramic prep bowl from IKEA ... space I have to devote to this new project in my apartment. Unlike Cold Process or Hot Process [more...]

Date: 2009-01-19 00:46:41

Common Methods Of Effective Mold Removal

After finding a mold problem has resulted from a flood or major water leak, many homeowners discover mold growing in their home and will attempt to wash it away by themselves. This may work for some very small cases, but for the most part just killing mold with a cleanser [more...]

Date: 2008-12-21 08:10:03

South Florida Mold Remediation

If you see or suspect moisture or mold intrusion, I recommend you contact the home improvement, renovation and mold remediation specialists at Florid 1 Vote(s) [more...]

Date: 2008-11-02 15:12:32

Certifiably Green

We are all interested in finding less toxic products for our family ... items are truly green? We have found a great resource. GREENGUARD Certification is a program ... into the air. Their website also has tips on choosing the right paint, reducing mold in the home [more...]

Date: 2008-10-26 11:17:01

The extreme benefits of Natural mold removers

After you sign the papers and walk into your new investment the first thing you will notice is that clean smell ... these mold and mildew cleaners. Who would of ever thought that a organic rust removers can get ris ... cleaning products that are turning some heads as well. Many people experience mold growth in their home [more...]

Date: 2008-11-30 19:44:42

The positives of using Janitorial cleaning products

After you sign the papers and walk into your new investment the first thing you will notice is that clean smell ... cleaning products are the best way to remove toxic mold from their home to make it a much safer ... it yourself. Have a look at some of the newest natural cleaning products on the market to help give [more...]

Date: 2009-01-06 20:38:10

Who Let Me Buy A House?

Seriously, I am not responsible enough to own a house.  I do well to get to work on time.  I just finished step 2 of some home repairs ... .  What do I discover?  Black mold.  Whoa.  That's quite bad, isn't it?  It was just a bit, and I pulled it all out.  You're supposed to wear gloves or a mask or something when you work with black mold, right?  Well [more...]

Date: 2009-01-17 00:22:37

Water Damage Restoration: Mold Remediation

A flooded basement is bad enough to deal with and the clean up can be an arduous task ... . After the water is gone and the dirt has been removed and things seem to be back to normal there is still something to worry about: mold. Don’t let your home be invaded by this ... [more...]

Date: 2008-11-26 08:45:03

Pledge

Did you know that 90% of American homes maintain a household conductive to allergies? Did you know that 2 in 5 adults admit they have never checked their home for mold or other ... is the worst for my allergies). Now, since I love my Pledge Natural Beauty Furniture Polish so much I’ [more...]

Date: 2009-01-09 07:07:47

Easy And Basic Mold Removal Tips For Moms

Mold contamination can cause a variety of diseases, from a simple and slight headache to a complicated and fatal pulmonary hemorrhage ... . And while it is true that mold contamination can ruin your home structure badly, the even more dangerous effect is how it can put your kids’ health in danger. This in turn causes the ... [more...]

Date: 2008-11-27 08:25:02

Do It Yourself: Mold Removal

Do It Yourself: Mold Removal Mold and mildew are common occurrences after a flood or water has damaged your home. It is essential that these are removed immediately as they can affect those that live in the home. ¶ Posted 31 December 2008 † Gretchen Vuvalgee § Home ‡ Comments (0) ° Tagged: do, IT, mold [more...]

Date: 2008-12-31 18:03:25

The positives of using Non toxic cleaning products

Being able to sign the contract on a new home is a wonderful feeling. One of the best reasons to buy a new house is to start new memories ... black mold cleaner. Could you believe that rust removal could remove rust without using any type ... to everyones favorites as well. There are a lot of home owners who now have a mold problem [more...]

Date: 2009-01-14 15:26:50

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

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

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

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