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Home Maintenance Mold

What Humidity Should a House Be (And Why)?

Have you ever walked into your home and felt a sudden, uncomfortable stickiness or noticed your skin feeling unusually dry? These could be signs that the humidity levels are off balance – but keeping a house…

Duane AtkinsonJune 12, 2024

Home Maintenance Mold

Can Mold Cause Cancer?

Mold is a common fungal invader that can infiltrate homes unseen, leaving unpleasant smells and potential damage in its wake. Its stealthy spread is a nightmare for homeowners, renters, and real estate agents alike. In…

Duane AtkinsonFebruary 29, 2024

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How Long Does Black Mold Take To Grow?

When it comes to owning a home, the last thing you want to see is mold. There are a variety of molds that can appear in areas of high humidity, and certain types of mold…

Duane AtkinsonDecember 7, 2023

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How To Tell If Mold Has Been Painted Over

Cutting corners and doing things cheaply is a problem for home buyers. Ensuring that the seller hasn't taken to a cheap way to cover up things like mold is very important to the buyer. The…

Duane AtkinsonNovember 22, 2022

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When To Walk Away From A House With Mold

Buying or selling a home can be a stressful thing. Both buyers and sellers love the home inspection process as a means to solidify a sale. However, in some cases, a home inspection can turn…

Duane AtkinsonOctober 28, 2022

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How To Prevent Mold In Closet

Imagine getting up one morning and feeling a little off. You make it to your closet as you prepare to get ready for your workday. As you shuffle through your clothes to select what outfit…

Duane AtkinsonFebruary 7, 2022

Attic Mold

How to Get Rid of Mold in the Attic

Attics are an important part of our home. They serve as a storage area for many people but also as protection for the lower part of the house from the outdoor elements. Many homeowners don’t…

Duane AtkinsonOctober 27, 2020

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A Guide for Mold and Mold Testing

Are you concerned Mold in your home? Have family members been getting frequently sick? Or, perhaps you can smell a mildew? Whether it seems apparent or not, mold in Florida is running rampant. It is…

Duane AtkinsonNovember 7, 2019