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The Cause of Moldy Floor Joists Many are aware that our home’s basement can be prone to poor ventilation, excess moisture and mold. However, an area that is often overlooked…

What Comes Next? – Prevent Mold From Returning So you’ve just wrapped up your mold remediation and you may be unsure of what to do next. In some cases, the…

At the first site of possible mold growth, most homeowners’ first reaction is to reach for that bottle of bleach. Truth is, you should NEVER use bleach on mold. Bleach…

Mold in closed up buildings is a common problem given vulnerabilities to moisture buildup in a vacant building. However, with the recent shutdown, there has been an influx of mold…

Found moldy furniture in your South Jersey home? Not quite sure how things got so moldy? Let’s take a closer look at mold in general — what causes it, how…

Ductwork Condensation During Periods of High Humidity Moisture buildup from ductwork condensation is a serious problem that can lead to a variety of secondary issues like the following: Water damaged…

It is often pretty easy to spot a problem at the foundation walls of a basement because it is usually at the line of sight. As long as the walls…

Can General Contractors Handle Mold Issues?  Here at Mastertech, we receive a lot of calls from property owners who, while doing home renovations, report that their general contractors have found…

Removing Mold Growth On Floor Joists In Basement  Here at Mastertech, we get a lot of calls concerning visible mold growth on the walls of people’s basements. However, something that…

Mold is nasty stuff. It’s annoying, ugly, and smelly. Furthermore (and even worse), it’s damaging to structures and can be harmful to your health. There are many different kinds, all…

One of the difficulties with mold removal is that there is a large amount of misinformation out there about mold. It doesn’t take long surfing the web about mold before…

The Importance Of Mold Remediation Containment Proper mold remediation containment is a fundamental part of the mold remediation process. It is important that mold remediation technicians are efficient when setting…

Your Holiday Decorations Could Be At Risk For Mold Growth The holiday season is creeping up on us fast! Regardless of what holidays you celebrate, you’re going to be breaking…

South Jersey residents know that rain patterns can be difficult to predict for each season. We can go from long periods of heatwaves with little to no rain, to long…

What is Dangerous Black Mold? In recent years, there has been a heightened awareness of the dangers of mold and VOCs. This is both great and not to great. It…

Moisture Buildup From Slow Leaks in New Jersey Properties A single droplet of water can be deceptively harmless. Even several droplets of water may only cause very minor damage to…

If water is loose in your New Jersey property from a hidden leak, no matter the original water source, it can rapidly spread and affect porous building materials throughout the home…

What Is The Difference Between Mold Removal and Mold Remediation? When dealing with a mold problem in New Jersey properties, the terms “mold remediation” and “mold removal” are used quite…

The ideal indoor relative humidity level for homes in New Jersey is between 30% -50%. Higher humidity levels encourage mold growth and can cause property damage. How Is High Indoor Humidity…

Should You Handle a Mold Cleanup on Your Own? With so many “How To” videos and blogs available on the internet, New Jersey homeowners are learning that some minor home…