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10 Tips For A Dry Basement in South Jersey
New Jersey basements are one of the most common areas of concern when it comes to moisture problems and mold development. In order to protect your home, prevent structural damage and avoid costly repairs, homeowners must make efforts to maintain a dry basement. Damp basements are vulnerable to moisture damage and mold problems. Basements do not have…
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How to Handle a Sewer Backup in NJ
If you and your family are fortunate enough to have never experienced a sewage backup in your NJ home… Yes, a sewage backup is exactly as awful it sounds. Some signs of a sewage leak in NJ can be very obvious, like odors and visible moisture. Others, can be easily missed. When it comes to…
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Seasonal Home Maintenance: Moisture Control & Mold Prevention
The celebration of Labor Day marks the last few weeks of summer. As you and your family try take in as much of what is left of summer as possible, do not forget to schedule some time in the next couple of months to get some seasonal home maintenance done around the house and property. Using…
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What To Do After A Flood
When faced with the aftermath of a flood, quick and immediate action becomes the key component in protecting your home from further damage. Immediately following a flood, there is a great deal of stress and countless things to consider. If appropriate precautions are not taken after a flood, you might be putting you and your…
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Mold Myths VS Mold Facts: Part 3
There are a lot of mold remediation myths floating around out there. To some, mold is nothing to worry over; and to others, just the mere mention of mold will have them running for the hills. With that comes a mixed array of mold remediation myths that can make mold remediation research difficult to process. Indoor mold…
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Tips for Proper Home Ventilation
Sufficient air circulation is a key component in maintaining a healthy home for you and your family. Proper home ventilation helps to reduce indoor pollutant levels, maintains indoor moisture control and regulates indoor temperatures. For a majority of homes, windows and structural elements circulate fresh air. Many homes have additional mechanical systems to assist in…
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Preparing for an Emergency– Building an Emergency Disaster Kit
What is an Emergency Disaster Kit In the event of an emergency (i.e: natural disaster, power outage, major storms, etc.), you and the members of your household may need to rely on an emergency disaster kit to get you through the emergency. Disaster Kit= a collection of basic items your household may need in the…
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Signs of Indoor Moisture Problems in New Jersey Buildings
Once water is loose indoors, it can flow anywhere and cause all kinds of damage to your building materials. Water can wreak havoc on your home or business if it collects in inappropriate places and is not thoroughly dried out soon enough. Water can be sneaky and inconspicuous so we have to rely on identifying…
