Does Mold Cause Asthma? Asthma is a chronic respiratory inflammatory disease of the airways that makes it difficult to breathe and is caused by spasms in the bronchi of the lungs. The exact causes of asthma are not known, though research believes that the most common...
Beware Of These Top Three Flooding Health Hazards! Our previous articles outlined the top three facts about water damage restoration and three steps to reduce flood damage. The purpose of this article is explain the top 3 health hazards created by water damage. The...
3 Actions Required To Minimize Flood Damage & Mold All life–plants, animals, and humans–is composed of cells, which require water to function. In fact, cells can not survive without water. The human body, which is made up of 50% to 70% water, and...
Fact #1: The First 24 to 48 Hours Are Critical If your home is flooded, the first 24 to 48 hours are critical because this is all the time mold and other microorganisms needs to begin growing and thriving. Five conditions are required by fungi and bacteria to...
Are You Mold Sensitized? In March of this year, Wonder Makers Environmental, based in Michigan, launched www.moldsensitized.com with the goal of educating consumers, contractors, and health professionals on the health concerns caused by mold. The website’s goal...
Why Should I Have An Indoor Air Quality Test? Most people are unaware that their indoor air could be polluted. Indeed, today, we spend 90% of our time indoors, relying on our HVAC systems to create a constant stream of healthy air. Our health is dependent on the the...
