Renters and Mold Image: Jeroen van Oostrom / FreeDigitalPhotos.net What Can I Do As A Tenant? Generally, the landlord is responsible for repairing moisture problems and cleaning up mold, unless it is a minor issue related to the tenant's behavior. Tenants should look at their own behaviors to determine whether they may contribute to the…
DetailsCheap Mold Inspections and Conflict Of Interest Image: Stuart Miles / FreeDigitalPhotos.net I would want an independent investigator whom I could trust to be my advocate. Nevertheless, if you look on Google you will most likely find ads for companies offering both inspection at a well below cost and remediation services. The Standard of Ethics…
DetailsHomes and Molds Biological Pollutants in Your Home - This document explains indoor biological pollution, health effects of biological pollutants, and how to control their growth and buildup. One third to one half of all structures have damp conditions that may encourage development of pollutants such as molds and bacteria, which can cause allergic reactions…
DetailsJessica Green: Are we filtering the wrong microbes? (TED Talk) Great TED talk by Jessica Green. Here she talks about the relationship between outdoor air and mechanically vented air in hospitals. Should we keep the outdoors out of hospitals? Ecologist and TED Fellow Jessica Green has found that mechanical ventilation does get rid of many…
DetailsYou Should Get A Real Estate Mold Inspections Image: FreeDigitalPhotos.net Real Estate Mold Inspections When buying a home, watch for those who will tell you that mold is no big deal and mold Inspection and testing is not necessary at all. It is interesting to note that those who make such irresponsible statements also disclaim…
DetailsHOW CAN I BE EXPOSED TO MOLD? Mold Inspection Los Angeles When moldy materials get damaged or moved, spores (reproductive bodies similar to seeds) can be released into the air. Exposure routes include: • Inhalation of mold spores or mycotoxins; • Direct skin contact with or inhalation of moldy materials, and • Accidental ingestion. HOW…
DetailsCAN MOLD AFFECT MY HEALTH? Most types of mold that you come across every day are not considered to be very hazardous to healthy individuals. However, exposure to high concentrations of any type of mold may cause or worsen conditions such as asthma, hay fever, or other allergies. Some of the most common symptoms…
DetailsWHAT IS MOLD AND WHERE CAN IT BE FOUND? Mold spores (fungi) are present everywhere, both inside and outside. There are more than 100,000 different species of mold, at least 100 of which are common in North America. Some of the more common species include Cladosporium, Penicillium, and Aspergillus. Mold is most likely to grow…
DetailsDo I Have a Mold Problem? Four signs that you have a mold problem: M oisture – Moisture can be caused by a number of different factors including condensation from HVAC systems, persistent humidity, plumbing failures, flooding, or a number of other sources. If you see moisture, chances are you already have a mold problem.…
DetailsMaintaining Your Crawl Space to Reduce Mold and Mildew The crawl space beneath your home may have ongoing problems such as mold, mildew, and bad odors-and the sad part is that you may be totally unaware of these issues. It isn't your fault; these problems are sneaky and can reside below the radar. But, it…
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