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How to Choose a Mold Remediation Service in Maine

So you’ve discovered there’s mold in your home. This may be an issue you can visibly see, or maybe you had indoor air quality testing done – regardless, it’s time to get the ball rolling on mold remediation. The first thing is having a professional assess the situation. For your

February 6, 2023

What You Need to Know About Mold and Moisture in Crawl Spaces

Crawl spaces can be vulnerable to moisture and mold. The original reason they began being built was to simply provide a buffer between your home and the wet ground below. However, in modern times we realize they are (unfortunately) a space that collects water and is great at holding in

January 12, 2023

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

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

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