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Did you know that carpet is a textile just like upholstery, lines and clothing? Trained carpet cleaning professionals must take the time to understand everything your flooring and furniture goes through – individual material types, colors, treatments, age, traffic areas, and special needs should all be carefully considered before selecting a service method that will… Read more »

The fourth step to proper mold remediation in Maine or any other state involves cleaning of the work space and any surrounding areas that may have been previously contaminated by mold spores or growth. When we talk “cleaning” in mold remediation, we are not talking about normal cleaning.  We are talking about a hygienic cleaning… Read more »

Once the proper controls are put in place the mold removal process can begin. This can be as simple as a source removal for very small areas of contamination or as complex as media blasting for larger areas of contamination. The industrial hygienist or possibly the contractor will typically determine the best approach based on… Read more »

Mold spores are tiny microscopic organisms that can only be seen under a microscope. Mold spores can become airborne just by walking near an affected area. Aspergillus and pennicillium mold can stay airborne for up to eight hours after one small air movement. Proper containment is a critical step; if not done correctly by a… Read more »

Mold in our home and work environment has become an increasing hazard as our buildings get older and tighter. First of all, it is important to understand that mold spores are found everywhere and you will never get rid of mold spores completely. Mold is an essential micro-organism that is needed for life to flourish…. Read more »

The presence of mold in an indoor environment is typically due to things such as chronic humidity and condensation, poor ventilation, improper appliance exhaust, improperly mitigated water damage, or a combination of these conditions. Whatever the cause, the mold growth should be inspected by a qualified mold remediation contractor.  It is important to investigate the… Read more »

Fire damage in your home can be a very traumatic experience. It can also be a very confusing one. While it is the hope that a fire will never happen, if you experience one there are certain steps you can take to make the situation easier to manage. Homeowners often believe that once the fire… Read more »

Proper water damage mitigation and clean-up are essential to save your home or business after flooding, ice dams, or burst pipes.  In each of these cases, the damage can be extensive and can include damaged drywall, insulation, wet hardwood floors, wet ceilings, wet carpets, etc. It is critical to act quickly when water damage situations… Read more »

Crawl Space Venting Often Causes Condensation, Mold Growth, Poor Indoor Air Quality and Higher Energy Bills. Venting on a Hot Summer Day When we say relative humidity we mean how full of water the air is relative to the maximum amount of water it can hold at a certain temperature. Think of what happens when you… Read more »