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The Number 1 Cause of Indoor Mold
Mold in your home or building is not an issue to be taken lightly. While mold may seem like something you can take care of when you have the time due to its ability to lay dormant and remain hard-to-notice, … Continue reading
Water Quality in Florida
In recent years Florida State has been plagued with issues regarding the safety of its drinking water. As a haven for agriculture and wildlife, the quality of Florida’s water is necessary to the health of the humans and animals that … Continue reading
Three Ways to Prevent Mold Growth
Indoor-Restore is an expert mold services organization that believes in preventative environmental practices. Preventing mold has become a very highly publicized public health imperative and as a public service we would like to highlight three of the most effective ways … Continue reading
Rainstorms Can Lead to Mold Problems & Health Risks
During a rainy season, it is very common for property owners to overlook the potential dangers that it can pose. This is especially so when water leaks and weather-related damages to the property are not discovered right away. Just a … Continue reading
Mold Exposure and Pregnancy
Of all of the dangers one might come across each day, black mold might just be the most elusive as well as the most damaging without your knowledge. Think about your typical day out and the many different buildings you … Continue reading
Was Your Home Once a Meth Lab or Marijuana Grow?
Older residential buildings, especially apartments, can have a longer history of owners and tenants. While some people buy a house and live it in their whole lives, the average ownership period as of 2007 was only 6 years. Obviously, with … Continue reading
Leaky Pipes & Severe Weather – Trouble for NYC Owners & Tenants
New York City is known for several reasons, including the fact that it is the most populated city in the United States, with approximately 8.2 million individuals. It is also known as a tourist hub for people from all over … Continue reading
TILT and Multiple Chemical Sensitivity – What You Need to Know
Exposure to Volatile Organic Compounds (VOCs) has long been known to cause short-term health effects, but more and more people are showing long-term, chronic illnesses from prolonged VOC exposure, especially workplace VOC exposure. Toxicant Induced Loss of Tolerance (TILT), otherwise … Continue reading
Cryptococcosis – The Disease and Its Causes
In July of 2010 the U.S. Centers for Disease Control issued an initial warning to doctors about the fungus Cryptococcus gattii, which causes Cryptococcosis disease. The CDC’s Morbidity and Mortality Weekly Report apprised health professionals about the deadly, virulent fungus … Continue reading
Mold Inspection: An Important Step for Every San Francisco Bay Area Property Owner or Tenant
The San Francisco Bay Area is a perfect place for mold to grow. The morning and evening fog creates a moisture-rich environment, the temperate climate insures that nothing gets too dry, and the history of the city—with many buildings dating … Continue reading
Hypersensitivity Pneumonitis: Causes & Prevention
Also known as famer’s lung, hypersensitivity pneumonitis is a disease caused by airborne contaminants that are inhaled and trapped within the tissue of the lungs. When exposed to these antigens your body begins to produce antibodies to fight against them. … Continue reading
Water Damage Often Leads to Mold
Water damage can be caused by something as dramatic as flooding, or as seemingly innocuous as a leaking dishwasher. Water can destroy a building almost instantaneously, or whittle it away slowly, causing unsightly water spots on a surface. Whether water … Continue reading
You Could Have a Mold Problem Video
Mold is found and nature and feeds off of organic matter. Nearly every building material from carpet to paint contains organic matter. An indoor environment can become a breeding ground for mold, often within spaces such as floor, wall and … Continue reading
Mold Companies Exposed Video
Many mold companies don’t operate ethically. Indoor-Restore takes pride in its ethical operation and dedication to industry standards. We encourage you to watch this news story about the importance of avoiding dishonest mold contractors and to always have testing performed. … Continue reading
Landlord Tricks Used to Cover Up Mold
When renting a house, apartment, condominium, townhouse or even a business space such as an office or retail front, the individual or company you are leasing with is always working to keep their costs as low as possible. Your lease … Continue reading
Radon vs. Carbon Monoxide: Air Quality Battle
When it comes to volatile organic compounds, few are more dangerous than radon and carbon monoxide. Not only are radon and carbon monoxide found commonly in indoor environments where people live and work, but they are both quite deadly. Which … Continue reading
The Truth behind a Free Mold Inspection: Buyer Beware
When you suspect that mold may be present in your home or business, finding the right professional to do an assessment of your property can be a difficult task. Locating a certified inspector that is both experienced and inexpensive can … Continue reading
Mold Contamination: A Growing Indoor Concern
Mold exists everywhere in our environment and is found both indoors and outdoors. For literally thousands of years mold has been part of the natural process of decomposition. This process involves the breaking down of organic materials such as wood, … Continue reading
Black Mold vs. Asbestos: An Airborne Pollutant Comparison
Mold and asbestos are two potential household hazards that receive plenty of attention from public health organizations and the media. News stories about mold illnesses, asbestos lawsuits, and, of course, mold and asbestos removal are all over the headlines these … Continue reading
Top Three Flood-Prone Areas in California
Earthquakes aren’t the only natural disasters in California. Floods are actually quite common in the Golden State, especially in the regions listed below. Most of the floods in California are caused by high levels of precipitation, snowmelt, and levee breaches, … Continue reading
Top Five Moldiest Places You Live and Work
We encounter mold almost everywhere in our day-to-day lives. From the supermarket to the gym, from our offices to our bedrooms, mold can—and will—grow just about anywhere. Of course, some places are more prone to mold growth than others. Being … Continue reading
California’s Apartment Smoking Ban
Smoking bans have a long history in the United States. Although there are no national smoking bans, numerous states, cities and counties have enacted prohibitions on smoking in public areas. Minnesota’s Clean Indoor Air Act of 1975 was the first … Continue reading
What Is a Mold Inspection and What Does Mold Testing Do?
Stories about black mold, toxic mold, mold lawsuits, and mold sickness are plastered across the headlines these days. As a result many property owners and renters are making the decision to get their buildings inspected for mold. Perhaps you are … Continue reading
Groundwater Contamination: What You Need to Know
Groundwater contamination is a phrase that many have heard but may not be completely familiar with. Environmental activists such as Erin Brochovich have shined a light on the damaging effects of groundwater contamination. However, what many individuals are not aware … Continue reading
Hypersensitivity Pneumonitis: Causes & Prevention Methods
Hypersensitivity pneumonitis (HP), also known as famer’s lung, is a disease caused by airborne contaminants that are inhaled and trapped within the tissue of the lungs. When exposed to these antigens your body begins to produce antibodies to fight against them. … Continue reading
Indoor Air Quality (IAQ) Standards Around the World
Indoor Air Quality (IAQ) has recently come to the fore in international policymaking. While outdoor air pollution continues to be a top priority for governments around the world, in the past decade many nations have awoken to the potential health … Continue reading
The Five Worst Cities for Mold Allergies
Besides the musty odor and visual blight, mold and mildew can cause a wide range of health effects. Mold allergies, for instance, can be a nuisance to people all across the nation, but research shows that some people have it … Continue reading
Top Five Airborne Threats to Senior Health
Senior citizens have their share of concerns these days, but perhaps the single most important issue they face is health care. With the baby boomer generation reaching retirement age and sweeping changes being proposed for pensions, retirement funding, and health … Continue reading
Three Steps to Reduce Humidity in Your Home
Excess indoor humidity can make life miserable. People who suffer through humid air in their homes can experience a wide range of problems—anything from frizzy hair, to sleeplessness, to respiratory system illnesses. There are many potential causes for indoor humidity, … Continue reading
The Importance of a Mold Inspection
When it comes to the environment we live in, most people believe a healthy space is a top priority. Since the average American spends approximately 90% of his or her time indoors, the quality of the air in homes, offices … Continue reading
Indoor Environmental Professionals: Industry Standards
Mold inspection and testing can be done for a variety of reasons, including as a precautionary measure to insure the air quality of an indoor environment. These services can be utilized in the event that an individual is either selling … Continue reading
Mold Remediation: Standards and Procedure
Once mold contamination has been detected in a building by a certified inspector, it is time to schedule for immediate remediation and restoration of all the contaminated areas. It is imperative that the right remediation specialist be hired for this … Continue reading
Mold in the Aftermath of Hurricane Irene
Clean-up efforts in the wake of Hurricane Irene will likely last for months, if not years. But after the debris is pulled from the sidewalks, the water is drained from the basements, and the roofs are all rebuilt, one particular … Continue reading
“Mold School” – The Growing Problem of Dorm Room Mold Outbreaks
As a rite of fall, parents from across the nation pack up the family SUV and move their kids into the dorms of State College U. This can be a stressful time for parents and students alike, and nowadays they … Continue reading
Deadly Black Mold Infests the Headlines
A new and rapidly growing hazard has been spotted in the headlines these days. Mold—deadly black mold, more specifically—is popping up in local evening news programs, national publications, and radio news reports. Stories about illnesses related to mold infestations and … Continue reading
We the Sick People: Mold, Lead, Asbestos and Other Contaminants in Government Buildings
All buildings are prone to wear and tear. Over the years, the components of any building will begin to age and deteriorate without proper upkeep. Recently, we’ve begun to see a number of instances where California government facilities have experienced … Continue reading
East Bay Area Topography & Climate: Humidity, Mold & Air Pollution
The Bay area is one of the most unique and well-known regions of California. Its close proximity to the ocean, humid climate, and lush environment rank it among the most beautiful places around. However, this particular weather pattern and climate … Continue reading
Indoor Air Quality and Pollution Awareness
Many Americans are aware of the dangers of poor air quality from pollution in the outside world. Pollen counts and air quality index readings are reported alongside the temperature and humidity in daily weather forecasts. Warning labels and news stories … Continue reading
Gambling Your Health: How Air Quality Inside Casinos Can Make You Sick
When it comes to entertainment, the last thing a person wants to worry about is the possible health risks associated with a given activity. However, it is important to understand the possible health risks associated with leisure activities so that … Continue reading
Tenant Trouble: Landlords Not Disclosing Mold Problems in Rentals
Moving into a new home or apartment can be a daunting task on its own with lease agreements, walk-thrus, deposits, rules, restrictions and so on, not to mention just the strain a move can put on an individual or family. … Continue reading
Mold Growth and Coastal Regions
Most people are unaware of certain environmental conditions that can actually lay the foundation for the growth of mold in a home or building. These existing conditions often are seen in areas near large bodies of water, as is the … Continue reading
Infrared Thermal Imaging and the Benefits for Bay Area Residents
For individuals residing in the Bay Area, determining whether a home or office has an existing leak or mold growth issue is next to impossible without the help of specialized tools and a certified inspector. In most cases, leaks and … Continue reading
Methicillin-Resistant Staphylococcus Aureus (MRSA) and Bedbugs
The bedbug is known as one of the most difficult pests to eradicate from a home. Bedbugs have existed for literally thousands of years, feeding on the blood of humans. Around the World War II era, they were thought to … Continue reading
Childhood Respiratory Conditions & Indoor Air Quality – Causes and Costs
For many individuals, living costs have risen so significantly that even the essentials have become quite difficult to afford. One of the more necessary expenditures is that of proper health care and for many, this has become far too costly. … Continue reading
Correlations Between Childhood Academic Performance and Indoor Air Quality
For most parents, the academic success of their children is crucial, in that it is the very foundation that a child’s future is built upon. It is because of this, that a child’s ability to attend school on a regular … Continue reading
Infants and Indoor Air Pollution
For many new mothers, bringing a baby into the world can be an amazing, and yet terrifying, event. It can be scary due to the overwhelming amount of things that can threaten a child’s life in their first 6 months. … Continue reading
How Dangerous is Household Mold?
Not all mold is considered harmful. However, all mold can potentially cause allergic reactions and other respiratory conditions to those who are sensitive. The severity of the reaction depends on a number of variants. Some types of molds are also known to cause more severely adverse health problems. Continue reading
Mold: A Risk for Your Property & Your Health
The deterioration of building components, the diminishment of indoor environmental quality and aesthetics, and the potential for allergic reactions and other health consequences provide reason to pursue mold testing and, if problems are found, mold remediation, at the first sign of water damage, mold growth… Continue reading
Aging, Senior Health, and Indoor Air Quality
With growing data to support a connection between indoor mold and other contaminants and the declining health of the elderly and others with compromised immune systems, there is also a steadily growing trend of adult children and caretakers having tests conducted within the elder’s home to ensure proper indoor air quality and a safe living environment. Continue reading
Pure Rooms – The New Age of Hotel Cleanliness
As awareness of Indoor Air Quality and its affect on our health grows, new innovations are being developed to make life more comfortable for those with sensitive respiratory systems or health problems related to Indoor Air Quality. Pure Rooms, the new hotel rooms that claim to remove 99% of all Indoor Air Quality contaminants, is one such innovation, popping up in vacation destinations across the country. Continue reading
Water Damage & Mold – Responding to Household Floods and Leaks
When water has flooded your home, remember that acting quickly and diligently to remove all moisture before mold has a chance to grow is of the utmost importance. Continue reading
Mold, Indoor Air Quality, and the Work Environment
With so much of our lives spent at work, it’s important to make sure that our work environments are safe and free of contaminants, such as mold. Continue reading
Asthma, Mold, and Indoor Air Quality
Asthma is a chronic respiratory problem that affects over 34 million Americans. Recent studies reveal mold and poor Indoor Air Quality (IAQ) as contributors to serious asthma symptoms, from itchy eyes and sneezing to full-blown asthma attacks. Having the IAQ tested in your home can be the first step to relieving these symptoms and living a healthier life. Continue reading
San Francisco – Mold and Older Buildings
San Francisco’s historic homes are a sight to see and a dream-come-true to live in. But San Francisco’s year-round high humidity and older buildings can create the perfect breeding ground for mold. Continue reading
Flooding, Water Damage and Mold – Reacting to a Hurricane
As we rapidly approach hurricane season, people living in high-risk areas should consider the potential of mold growth which generally occurs after flooding. As clean up efforts begin, the aftermath of the storm will soon become obvious. Continue reading
Managing Spring and Summer Allergies
During these summer months most of us hit the road with our families and loved ones to try to get away and enjoy a break from work or school. Unfortunately our allergies will not be taking a vacation away from our bodies. Continue reading
Not So Home Sweet Home – Taking Precaution with Household Mold & Indoor Air Quality (IAQ)
Poor IAQ, also known as indoor air pollution, can be the result of a singular source or a variety of contaminants…If left undetected, some of these contaminants may be slowly causing harm to the health of ourselves, our families and even our pets. Continue reading
