Owning a home is a point of pride for many families. But if you’re a homeowner, you know all too well the massive investment upkeep requires. There are many factors that may contribute to that need for constant upkeep, and you may be surprised to learn that the popcorn ceiling…

Water damage is a serious issue that causes more issues than property damage, wet walls, and wet floors. The real risk of moisture in your home is mold growth. Water damage in your home can get out of control before you know it. While prevention is always the best solution,…

Let us know if this sounds a bit familiar to you. You walk into a house, and you instantly get a whiff of something old and musty. The “old house smell” is something every homeowner dreads, and for good reason. A musty old smell can be extremely displeasing and tricky…

Mold is a pesky fungus that can accumulate on several of your home’s surfaces. While it can grow virtually anywhere, the spores need moisture to thrive. Carpets in the kitchen, bathroom, or outside are prime targets for mold growth and cause severe damage or health risks. However, a small amount…

Black mold, or Stachybotrys chartarum, is a toxic fungus that can cause rashes, shortness of breath, and chronic fatigue. It is versatile, persistent, and thrives in people’s homes. If you haven’t been keeping an eye out, it could be lurking in your home right now. Black mold loves to grow…

Once upon a time, your tiles and grout were sparkling clean. Then, you realized that things were getting dirty. Keeping your tiles and grout properly clean is essential for a few reasons, and we are going to explain why. If you start to notice your grout blackening or become spotty…

There is an ongoing debate between homeowners and home builders on whether to seal crawl space vents. People who recommend you seal these vents state that it keeps moisture out. Others say that it keeps the moisture in. There are benefits to both, but what is the right answer? In…

You’d know if you had mold… right? Don’t be so sure. Some mold can be so undetectable that it is not even visible. It can travel unseen through the air in the form of spores and spread effortlessly through any home or building. This spread can lead to troubling health…

Everyone’s house has its own smell. Often, we grow so used to it that we don’t smell it anymore, except after returning home from visits or vacations. Sometimes, though, a house can have unpleasant and unwanted smells, and you are not sure where it comes from! It is possible this…

The last thing you want in your home is mold. It is repulsive to look at and causes a musty odor. It eats away at your walls and furniture. Worst of all, it can trigger allergies and cause other health issues. As a homeowner, you want to do everything possible…