A milestone
Well, last night it happened - Abby refused to hug me or tell me she loved me before she went to bed ... also been absolutely neurotic about the house. Granted, three of the adult family members who will be here tonight are literally in my house five days a week, but still I like for the house [more...]
Date: 2008-11-21 18:21:07
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Black Mold, all-u-can-eat bacon & Condescending Lies
Unemployment, losing our dream house, homelessness, bed rest and birth of our fifth baby and death in the family ... , remember? The other shoe fell. We evacuated our rental house. Why you ask? Well, hold your sides, get ready to laugh.....wait for it....wait........Toxic 'Black' Mold is infesting the house. So, after [more...]
Date: 2008-09-14 05:59:24
Bye Bye BathroomJanuary 9, 2009
Can you believe I didn’t take pictures of the garden this week, a sin right. Well I have good reason, I dropped my camera and it broke the lens ... I thought I would share about our lovely leak in the attic.We had a leak in the attic over the holidays which created mold and mildew and are now going to have to gut our only bathroom and the boys [more...]
Date: 2009-01-09 12:00:42
Attack Abby.
The plumber came this morning to fix our big leak.$90 later, and know what it was? ... there. I certainly can't afford to hire those mold removal people for big bucks. I wish I could! I don't think ... . It's black mold. I hope it's not one of those super deadly rabid house molds! Hah.When the plumber [more...]
Date: 2009-01-20 17:43:00
The Air You Breathe
Just like my parents, I’d like to spend my retirement days in the province too where I could eat fresh vegetables, walk barefoot in a white sand beach on afternoons while waiting for the sunset and breathe clean ... . Don’t you love living in a no-stress and clean environment? Studies show that fresh air refreshes [more...]
Date: 2009-01-14 07:50:54
How to Install Rain Gutters
Time Needed - Between 6 and 8 Hours Estimated Cost - $2 to $6 Per Linear Foot For homes in most areas throughout the country, having rain gutters and downspouts is necessary so that you can collect rainwater and carry it away from the home. Without rain gutters and downspouts, the water would erode the soil around the foundation of your home, [more...]
Date: 2009-01-14 13:36:28
The joys and benefits of Mold cleaners
If you ask any person who has recently purchased a new house i bet they will bring up that new home smell ... cleaning products that are turning some heads as well. Most families that have black mold ... for the upcoming years. Try and do some research on which cleaning products will help you the best at what task [more...]
Date: 2009-01-11 19:53:44
Whole House Dehumidifier
Stuffiness in the air of your home can make you very sweaty and uncomfortable. This is caused by high level of moisture in the air ... control. It eliminates excess moisture throughout your house so that you can breathe fresh air anywhere at home. It also protects your furniture and carpets from mold and mildew, making it an ideal [more...]
Date: 2009-01-19 16:13:39
Serious information about Non toxic cleaning products
Almost all new home owners have experienced that brand new house fragrance. Sometimes owning a new home will give you a new outlook on your life ... owners are real happy with the natural cleaning products that clean theirs homes as well. Now people that have mold problems in their home are using these natural cleaning products are taking care [more...]
Date: 2009-01-11 20:41:45
FEMA Report from Iowa
I received this from a reader last night via email: ... . I lost carpet/pad and ended up cutting drywall up 2 feet to prevent mold/mildew from starting. My loses ... in the garage an inspector called me on cell phone to set up time for home inspection. He wanted [more...]
Date: 2008-07-09 16:06:10
Natural Bleach Alternatives
Does whiter whites mean cleaner clothes? Many of us have grown up with the idea that chlorine bleach is necessary to provide cleaner clothes, ... and when mixed with other common household products, it gives off a toxic gas. Chlorine exposure can cause ... disinfected households and to solve every stain problem…but have we truly considered [more...]
Date: 2008-12-10 08:00:55
Still sick…
Sorry I have not posted but I have been trying to kick this cold and having to work through the holidays, still one person short. We have been doing more work in the house and I think that the mold and mildew we kicked up in tearing out a bathroom has kept this cold hanging on far too long. I doubt there are still peeps [more...]
Date: 2009-01-11 19:30:17
Basement Wall Insulation Detail
Basement Wall Insulation Detail Lately I’ve been swamped with questions about how to insulate basement walls ... and inside while the lower portion will dry to the inside of the house. The drying cycle releases moisture which can get trapped in adjacent materials causing moisture problems such as mold, mildew [more...]
Date: 2009-01-20 16:01:56
Christmas Junking
Boyz 'n the hood: Kevin, Michael, Andy and Andrew Andy and Andrew approve of their Christmas finery Last week, ... at the sale. The late home-owner had been in her house for over sixty years. From the amount of mildew ... . I was thrilled. For you see, vintage treasure-seekers, mildew, dust and debris are the sure signs [more...]
Date: 2008-12-16 21:22:48
Top 6 Clean Green Cleaning Tips - Cleaning Your House The Natural Way
Six Tips from The Chicago Tribune for cleaning your home the green, natural way: Baking soda, borax, white vinegar and lemons. That’s all you need to start “green cleaning” this spring, a cheap, healthy and environmentally ... cleaning tips from Clean Air Counts, a program of the Metropolitan Mayors Caucus. 1. White vinegar cuts [more...]
Date: 2009-01-10 08:34:02
The Scorching of Georgia
The events described in this article took place in late August, 2008. Last month Russia invaded, occupied, and de-facto annexed portions of Georgia. During that time it was difficult, if not impossible, for reporters to see for themselves what was actually happening [more...]
Date: 2008-09-24 08:41:40
This Do Gooder Issue Is Funny Yet Tragic (Jimmy The Builder)
I'm kinda torn on this issue, I like to see Hollywood stars embarrassed whenever they slap one of their ridiculous We Are The World Projects together and it flops, yet one must admit even doing anything for any cause is better than them doing absolutely nothing [more...]
Date: 2009-01-04 10:52:00
Mold Removal Techniques For The Black Mold
At the onset of flooding in a home, there are several possible issues and problems that homeowners may face on top of the structural damage to the ... house that floods can create. One of these problems involves the growth of molds and mildew. Unless proper mold removal is performed, these microorganisms can create health issues ... [more...]
Date: 2008-12-28 19:15:04
Water Damage
water damage is a bad and sometimes a real serious problem for home owners ... after water damage occurs. Many homeowners don’t, either. They think a quick steam cleaning or drying fans will do the trick. That’s not always the case. If a carpet, baseboard, or underlayment gets [more...]
Date: 2008-12-22 05:57:00
10 Steps to an Organic Bedroom
10 Steps to an Organic, Non-Toxic Bedroom January 14, 2009Did you know that you are sleeping on a mattress soaked in ROACH POISON? If you have a new mattress then you are!!! Mattresses are required to be flame-proof, and so the BIG MATTRESS companies are loading them up with Formaldehyde, Antimony (Arsenic), Boric Acid (Roach Poison) [more...]
Date: 2009-01-15 04:05:44
A Great Way to Avoid Remodeling Project Nightmares
“remodeling and construction” “remodeling project” “diy” “remodeling” When doing any sort of remodeling or construction project, if it’s not a diy project and you’re not the contractor or doing it yourself, you’ll most likely end up hiring a contractor or tradesman to work on your remodeling project [more...]
Date: 2009-01-17 17:00:10
Beginners guide to growing marijuana. Indoor marijuana cultivation!
This is a guide that I pulled off the net that puts everything in plain and simple english, and doesn't go to deep into advanced botony and gardening. I find this one to be the best guide out there. Indoor Marijuana Cultivation Introduction: Growing marijuana indoors is fast becoming an American Pastime. The reasons are varied [more...]
Date: 2008-12-24 09:07:09
Essential Oils Blends and Uses
Better Living With Essential Oils Practical formulas you can use in Personal Care and Your Environment Personal Care - What Essential Oils can do for Your Skin: l Penetrate lower skin layers to work on moisturizing and healing. l Stimulate and regenerate skin cells, to heal skin damaged by sun, burns, wrinkles, or injury [more...]
Date: 2009-01-15 20:51:18
Adoption Home Inspection: Health Department Requirements
Kim and I are nearing completion of the approval process to adopt two more children into our family. ( ... Health Department to ensure it’s suitable for additional children. The inspection is the same ... in their home. The inspection covers a wide range of home health-related items. Some of them make [more...]
Date: 2008-12-17 11:00:52
The clutter-filled life
The clutter-filled life 4 Comments By Jayred November 21, 2008 Many of us have had our share of exposure to and experience with clutter, either our own or others’ — a messy working area full to the brim with paperwork, a hallway littered with personal belongings and household appliances, [more...]
Date: 2008-11-21 14:45:41
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
Who’s Living In Your Rain Gutters?
Who’s Living In Your Rain Gutters? Posted By Sock Woodruff on @ 5:26 pm by Sock Woodruff Just about every house is equipped with rain gutters. They hang there below the roof eaves, just waiting for rain to fall so they can collect the water and direct it away from the walls and foundation of your house. You probably don’t think about them [more...]
Date: 2008-12-03 17:26:29
New Years Resolution success
We’re 2 1/2 weeks in, so how are you doing with those new years resolutions? We can’t help with all of them, but if you resolved to clean your house better or keep it organized, maybe we have something to offer. First things first, an organized home is easier to keep clean [more...]
Date: 2009-01-17 19:23:14
Solar Power Fan - the Best Choice for Attic
Solar power fan is better used to keep your topmost part of your house cool during the summer period. By using the solar power fan, you can avoid the circulation of mildew and mold into the house. In most of houses, the hot air commonly trapped in the attic or loft then eventually become moisture [more...]
Date: 2009-01-03 03:02:49
Creating an Organic Bedroom
Are you ready to make your bedroom environment organic? To begin, concentrate on eliminating airborne allergens such as pollen, dust mites, mold/mildew, viruses and bacteria, and Volatile Organic Compounds (VOCs) which can disrupt your sleep cycle [more...]
Date: 2009-01-14 16:28:00
Air Purifier for Pets in the House from PurerAir.com
Need an air purifier for pets in the house? PurerAir.com offers an air purifier that is made for your house pets—the Pet Machine Air Purifier ... mites, mold and mildew spores, pollen, pet dander, hair, fur, odor, feathers, feather dust, odor ... because of its inner filter that is able to effectively remove pet smells, and urine smell [more...]
Date: 2009-01-10 10:53:00
How To Control The Mildew In Your Basement
How To Control The Mildew In Your Basement Mold and mildew grow commonly in basements that are too humid, but you can easily prevent this. ¶ Posted 07 January 2009 † Aydan Corkern § Home ‡ Comments (0) ° Tagged: basement, damage, fire, flood, Home, house, mildew, mold, restoration, water [more...]
Date: 2009-01-07 15:37:54
Eliminating odours
Eliminating odours 13 January 2009 – 8:04 pm One of the more pleasant parts of the day is coming home, opening the door, ... ) and herbal. Most cleaning products smell like citrus (lemon) or herbal (pine.) Most deodorizers ... residual odours out of the air. The smell of mold or mildew in the bathroom is most likely coming [more...]
Date: 2009-01-08 22:18:10
77 Surefire Ways to Increase Your Home’s Value
It’s more than just a roof over your head, or a place you go when work’s over – your home is probably the most valuable asset you own ... , the perfect home. And you don’t need a bulldozer to do that; you’ll find that quality wins over quantity [more...]
Date: 2009-01-06 14:49:56
Who’s Living In Your Rain Gutters?
by Sock Woodruff Just about every house is equipped with rain gutters. They hang there below the roof eaves, just waiting for rain to fall so they can collect the water and direct it away from the walls and foundation of your house. You probably don’t think about them [more...]
Date: 2008-12-03 17:23:43
Depression-era mindset and clutter
My grandmother passed away in 2002. She was old enough to remember being a child in Pittsburgh during the Great Depression ... as to keep mold and mildew off of belongings is pricey. If you’re keeping items in an off-site rented [more...]
Date: 2008-06-23 14:30:09
Habitat for Liberalism?
In doing my morning rounds this morning I notice that there’s an awful lot of traffic on Michelle’s place this morning with regards to Habitat for ... . Others reported mold or mildew, nails popping out of plasterboard and other problems. The Habitat [more...]
Date: 2009-01-04 16:18:38
The Great Flood of ‘08
Click any photo to enlarge. Water, water everywhere ... . Amazingly enough the tree removal guys will be out in just a few days. Their business ... my house on Sunday I went downstairs to check the basement [more...]
Date: 2008-06-10 13:01:35
DIY Flooring Home Improvements – Throw Rugs and Area Rugs
Throw rugs, along with area rugs, run the gamut from cheap nylon ovals to nearly room sized Persian rugs costing thousands of dollars ... can be the perfect addition to a tiled sunroom. Resting in a section of the house that leads [more...]
Date: 2008-12-09 09:39:41
Solar Attic Fan: 5 Clear Benefits To Get One NOW
Are you currently using an electric attic fan or some sort of electric ventilation system at home? ... needs to be done by a qualified electrician with an electricity permit and inspection. This costs [more...]
Date: 2009-01-20 12:14:29
Helping save the environment by using Mold and mildew cleaners
Helping save the environment by using Mold and mildew cleaners Mold Cleaning Kit ... cleaners, natural cleaning products Filed under Natural Mold Killers by Mylene Spread ... and keep the as new as possible for the upcoming years. You should have a set of cleaning products [more...]
Date: 2009-01-09 18:27:24
The Wrinkled American: Tumble Dryer Addiction
So while we’re on the subject, has anyone checked out the tumble-dryer posts over at Bean Sprouts? ... , but that’s it. I suppose that in a more humid climate they might mildew or mold before they dry [more...]
Date: 2008-12-16 19:01:13
Bathroom Remodel week 1January 16, 2009
So as of last weekend we successfully moved into my parents. We cleaned out the bedroom and bathroom and the construction began Monday ... going to dry and clean all the mold and mildew. By next Monday they will start putting in the sheet [more...]
Date: 2009-01-16 12:00:49
Taking Care of Ourselves: When to Replace What
Face it Mamas, when it comes to taking care of ourselves, sometimes we have to take back seat ... applicators which can both prolong the use of your makeup, and keep contamination at a minimum [more...]
Date: 2008-09-22 12:00:58
Reducing Allergens And Bacteria With Carpet and Upholstery Cleaning
Reducing Allergens And Bacteria With Carpet and Upholstery Cleaning Author: ... . Professional carpet cleaning services and upholstery cleaners can do a very effective job at removing ... Wendy 15 Nov cleaning carpets When winter finally starts to release her hold [more...]
Date: 2008-11-16 00:48:21
Tips for choosing bathroom counters
Remodeling your bathroom takes a lot of work. One of the most important parts is choosing your bathroom counter ... you have in the bathroom and the rest of your house, and also what you want. Just because everyone [more...]
Date: 2009-01-13 13:15:14
Keller Williams to Play Lincoln Theatre
Keller Williams to Play Lincoln Theatre The one man band plays one night only in Raleigh ... ! Toxic Free NC Tip of the Week: Mold & Mildew Killer A.G. Bauer, Raleigh’s Architect ... 8 In Raleigh2 Save a Raleigh Landmark! Toxic Free NC Tip of the Week: Mold & Mildew Killer1 The Mint [more...]
Date: 2008-11-18 19:05:48
Energy Star: What the heck is it and why is it important to me?
No doubt you’ve seen ENERGY STAR labels on appliances. But what do they mean? ... some of the most common house problems such as high energy bills and mold, mildew and musty odors? ENERGY STAR common home problems and solutions. [more...]
Date: 2008-11-19 16:26:56
Mold & Mildew In Houston
Here’s a house in Houston, Texas with major roof damage and leaks ... mildew Houston fixer-upper bad MLS photos ugly home house More ceiling damage in this room. mold ... the front door. mold mildew Houston fixer-upper bad MLS photos ugly home house Back inside [more...]
Date: 2008-12-07 16:34:00
Do You Know What To Do When The Basement Floods
Do You Know What To Do When The Basement Floods When your basement is flooded, cleaning it up yourself may be an option or you could have to call a professional. ¶ Posted 07 ... , mildew, mold, restoration, water [more...]
Date: 2009-01-07 05:10:04
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