Category: #mold
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Moisture-Proof Your Home Before the Humid Season Arrives
Humidity season is right around the corner. If you live in a place like Columbia, SC, you already know what that means—sticky air, foggy mirrors, and a home that sometimes feels damp even with the AC running. It’s not just uncomfortable. All that moisture can lead to mold, mildew, warped surfaces, and musty smells. Getting…
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Moisture-Proof Your Home Before the Humid Season Arrives
Humidity season is right around the corner. If you live in a place like Columbia, SC, you already know what that means—sticky air, foggy mirrors, and a home that sometimes feels damp even with the AC running. It’s not just uncomfortable. All that moisture can lead to mold, mildew, warped surfaces, and musty smells. Getting…
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Smell Mold but See Nothing? What Insurers Don’t Tell You
You catch a musty smell in your home but there’s no visible mold. That alone is frustrating. What’s worse? It could be a sign of something deeper: hidden mold. Mold doesn’t always show up in obvious places. It often grows quietly in dark, damp areas behind walls, under floors, or inside ceilings. And when it’s…
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Humidity & Homes: How Moisture Raises Property Risks
Not all water damage begins with a flood. In fact, one of the most consistent—and consistently underestimated—threats to your home is already in the air: humidity. Humidity is more than a comfort issue. When it exceeds healthy levels, it quietly seeps into your walls, furniture, insulation, and HVAC systems. It doesn’t make a dramatic entrance…
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Humidity & Homes: How Moisture Raises Property Risks
Not all water damage begins with a flood. In fact, one of the most consistent—and consistently underestimated—threats to your home is already in the air: humidity. Humidity is more than a comfort issue. When it exceeds healthy levels, it quietly seeps into your walls, furniture, insulation, and HVAC systems. It doesn’t make a dramatic entrance…
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Understanding Damp: What Levels Are Acceptable in a Home?
Dampness in a property is a common concern that every homeowner should be aware of. It can lead to many issues, from unsightly mould growth to significant structural damage. Understanding the acceptable levels of damp and how to monitor moisture content is crucial in maintaining a healthy living environment. In this article, we’ll explore what…
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Revealed: The UK’s Mouldiest Counties
Are you dealing with mould in your home? You’re not alone. Homeowners and renters alike are dealing with damp and mould up and down the country. The UK’s wet, cool climate means that mould is a common problem, though it’s unclear how bad the extent of the issue actually is. According to one GOV.UK publication…
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Hidden Issues That Can Compromise a Construction Project
Have you ever walked past a brand-new building and wondered if it was as flawless as it appeared? The walls are smooth, the windows gleam, and the whole structure seems solid. But looks can be deceiving. Beneath the surface, construction projects can have hidden problems that cause serious trouble down the line. From unexpected material…