Cleaning and Restoration Tips, News, and Industry Updates

Does Mold Grow in Freezing Conditions?

You might find it surprising that despite the cold weather that winter brings to Maine, it doesn’t mean mold growth stops. Mold will always flourish in a warm, moist environment with organic materials, and the inside of a home can offer that year-round! Freezing and dry weather will unfortunately not

December 14, 2022

What’s the Difference Between Cleaning and Disinfecting?

Coronavirus remains a national (and global) concern, and companies and individuals alike want to continue ensuring that their property is properly cleaned and sanitized. Our goal is to explain the difference between the two. Germs are a part of our daily lives. Some are beneficial, others present health risks. While

November 18, 2022

What are the Dangers of Standing Water?

By definition, “standing water” is simply a body of water that is not flowing and is not being absorbed by its surrounding environment. This could be a puddle in your yard that pools up every time it rains, slowly causing water intrusion through small cracks in the foundation, unnoticed. It

November 7, 2022

Deep Cleaning for Mold Prevention

There is much talk about handling mold once you have it, but how can you prevent it? While we all know a good spring cleaning helps eliminate old dust and grime from the last couple of seasons, there may be a few things you could consider doing to avoid mold

October 24, 2022

What is Lead Abatement, and How is it Done?

Lead exposure is most common in buildings built before 1950 (paint was up to 50% lead!) and buildings from before 1978. In 2010, the Environmental Protection Agency set laws to prevent further lead poisoning, requiring that contractors are certified in EPA lead removal standards. Lead-contaminated dust, soil, water, and paint

October 3, 2022

Drying Out Walls: What to Do & How to Do It

Water trapped inside walls can cause many issues down the line, such as mold growth or rot. If you find yourself with wet walls, you should first locate the source. It could be a leaking pipe or an appliance like an A/C unit. Regardless, the first step is ensuring the

August 31, 2022

Four Areas Prone to Mold Damage After Flooding

This blog will explain how water damage to a property can be a tricky situation. Water is difficult to contain, and it can get into the most unexpected places and may be difficult to spot. Some common areas for mold after a flood are inside walls, air vents, under flooring,

August 17, 2022

Can Mold be a Problem During Summer Months?

Many people have asked us questions like, how does a change in temperature, humidity, etc, affect mold growth? or is mold worse in the summer, or in the winter? During the hot summer months of New England, the risk of mold growth certainly may be higher. Several factors play a

July 14, 2022

Help! How Do I Remove the Smoke Smell From My House?

After a fire, the smell of smoke inside a residence can be debilitating. This blog will offer a few tips as well as remind readers not to pick up or clean up fire damage themselves and recommend hiring professionals to remove the smell of smoke. Identifying the Source of Smoke

June 23, 2022

4 Places to Watch for Water Damage in Your Home

Water damages can happen in any area of the home under the right conditions. Some of these areas are more prone to experiencing water damage than others. In this blog, we will go over which areas in our home are at the most at risk and why one cause can

November 2, 2021

3 Ways to Get a Head Start on Your Restoration Project

When you experience a disaster such as fire or water damage, time is of the essence when getting the restoration process started. Knowing what to do can help save unneeded stress, money and help limit the damages. It’s not every day that you come home and find water raining down

October 19, 2021

5 Things You Should Be Doing to Prevent Mold

Mold can be hazardous to our health and can destroy our homes over time if left untreated. The best way to avoid mold from growing in your home is to prevent it from growing in the first place! If you have or suspect you have mold growing inside your home,