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Prevent Winter Water Damage During South Jersey Winters
Winter water damage is both stressful and expensive to properly resolve. Untreated water intrusion compromises the structural integrity of your home, and it can lead to major mold development. As the temperature drops, your home grows more vulnerable to water damage. Learn more about the contributing factors to winter water damage so you can prevent…
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Regular Fall Home Maintenance to Prevent Winter Indoor Mold Growth
Fall is a great time of year to conduct a routine check of your property for any areas of vulnerability to moisture problems and look for signs of any existing moisture damage. The weather is relatively comfortable, and it is a great opportunity to complete any home improvement to protect against the harsh elements of…
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Emergency Preparedness NJ: Last Minute Hurricane Prep Tips
Now that it is September and we are heading into the last couple of months of hurricane season in the U.S Northeast, it is important to refresh ourselves with some quick emergency preparedness tips in the case of major storm alerts. Hurricanes are unfortunate natural disasters and are inevitable, so all we can do is…
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Hidden Mold NJ: I Smell Mold, but I Cannot See it.
Extensive hidden mold growth can potentially go unnoticed for who knows how long. The nature of mold growth allows it to grow virtually anywhere. Mold is just waiting to feast on all the delicious cellulose-based building materials (wood, drywall, wallpaper, etc) and other organic matter through your South Jersey property. Allow mold spores the opportunity,…
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Indoor Humidity Control & Mold Prevention In South Jersey Properties
All indoor environments hold the potential to become a home for extensive mold growth. There is plenty of of organic matter to feed on, and indoor temperatures, we deem comfortable, are ideal to sustain mold. The only variable that inhibits mold growth is an inadequate moisture source. Therefore, the key to preventing mold growth indoors…
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What is Toxic Mold?
“Toxic” Mold: Health & Safety Implications To NJ Homeowners Mold is everywhere. It plays a vital role in our ecosystem. It is perfectly harmless unless it begins to grow at elevated levels indoors. Mold spores are constantly coming in and out of indoor environments. Mold spores may enter a home through doorways, windows, and HVAC systems.…
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Dealing With Attic Mold Growth In South Jersey Properties
Attic Mold Growth in South Jersey Homes and Commercial Properties Most of us South Jersey homeowners think of the attic as a dusty place to store things we rarely use. That dirty old attic also ends up being the place to keep things that we just can’t throw away. We fill it with cardboard boxes…
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What is a Crawl Space Vapor Barrier? Do I Need One For My NJ Crawl Space?
If your South Jersey home or business is on a crawl space with a dirt floor, a properly installed crawl space vapor barrier can be the solution to a number of common moisture related problems. You see, dirt or sand floors emit moisture or water vapors all year-round. This is especially the case if you…
