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Summer has arrived. Here are some Summertime Mold Tips to help prevent mold in the summer months:
Whether someone is getting a completely updated house or a fixer, what are the most important things to have in good shape, when buying a home?
The major systems are the most important items. The major systems are the plumbing, electrical, roofing, foundation & the heating/cooling systems. These are the basic components and the … (2 comments)
The National Association for Moisture Management is the first association of its kind formed to help the consumer prevent moisture/mold issues. NAMM partnered with the Partnership for Environmental Technology Education (P.E.T.E.) and the American Association of Community Colleges to deliver a new educational program that will be taught through colleges. NAMM also developed … (7 comments)
Last week, while on an inspection, I was asked "Would you buy this house?" numerous times by both the husband and wife. They are planning to buy a house from a FSBO, an investor flipping this house. The main reason for the question was a past roof mold issue, which appeared … (15 comments)
Molds (at times interchangeable with “mildew”) are found virtually everywhere in our environment and are a subgroup of the fungi family. Molds are simple microscopic organisms containing enzymes (responsible for digesting and decomposing) and spores (in charge of reproduction). Their mission is to digest the organic world around them. For mold … (1 comments)
Is anybody else getting as much rain as we are? The St. Louis, MO area has just been getting soaked these past couple of months. Now, I'm not complaining...The last 2 years we've been in somewhat of a drought. Therefore, it is nice to see some moisture. I just rather wish … (5 comments)
For either resort markets or our neighbors here's something new that should help pin point any moisture problems in your place! 
Restore The Earth Series PART 1 PART 2 PART 3 Some Notions That Make Composting Difficult AND Crazy:Composting without BUGS Composting without mold Enzymatic composting ??? if you want to complicate it, go for it!1) Composting Bugs & Organisms - break down waste Bugs are natural decomposers. Sow bugs, earthworms, centipedes, beetles, among many others. Common green mold was BORN to compost … (22 comments)
The photo below left is an example of the way some people vent exhaust fans from bathrooms, laundry rooms or even range hoods. They duct the fan to the attic, but instead of having a proper hood on the roof, they tie the duct in the general vicinity of a roof … (2 comments)
I recently came across a problem with mold in my own home in Rochester, NH, so I figured since Spring is right around the corner, this may be something all home owners should be looking out for. I received some information from the NH Department of Environmental Services on mold. First of all, mold is a … (1 comments)
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There have been some good posts about moisture and stucco. Spring time we always do more stucco inspections than the rest of the year. I'm not sure why, I guess it's the beautiful Pensacola and Gulf Coast weather and people are getting outside. I would like to show you what I … (8 comments)
When looking at an old home, that has experienced roof leaks and other leaks since it was built in 1875, I'd like to test for mold.Hey Realtor folks: I am surprised there is no standard contingency for mold insp. on the sales contract...whoops, I see it, it is mentioned under home … (15 comments)
As a Home Inspector a portion of my inspection time is spent looking for moisture damage, the causes of moisture damage and potential areas of water problems. With the recent rains and to follow-up on a few items in my past articles, I decided to write about water issues. Let’s … (2 comments)
Well....it is cold here in NC. Just a few days ago it was 70 degrees. 
At a recent inspection of a 6 year old home, I observed that the hardwood floors throughout the first floor of the house were slightly cupped. I continued my interior inspection thinking of what I would find in the crawlspace. I expected to find a muddy mess on the ground and a … (4 comments)
Refrigerator are amond the top three users of energy in your home, after heating systems and water heaters. Set your fridge at 38-42 degrees and your freezer at 10-15 degrees. (Test by putting a thermometer in a glass of water in the middle of the fridge for 24 hours. A thermometer … (0 comments)
I was reading the KOMOTV online this morning and ran across this very informative article “Choosing the wrong home inspector could cost you big.” The article gives examples of horror stories of inspectors missing serious moisture, dry rot and pest problems. One of the things they recommend is that … (4 comments)
In today's economy, many people have become energy conscious. In order to save on those monthly energy bills, homeowners have come up with some creative ways to seal off their homes from the elements. Unfortunately, some of the common methods being employed are actually detrimental to the health of the … (54 comments)
Mold, Moisture, and Your Home Mold Basics The key to mold control is moisture control. If mold is a problem in your home, you should clean up the mold promptly and fix the water problem. It is important to dry water-damaged areas and items within 24-48 hours to prevent mold growth.Why is mold … (1 comments)
Humans have lived with MOLD since the beginning of time. BUT...It's different today. Houses are built tighter with as little natural ventilation as possible to reduce heating & cooling costs.New and sometimes untested building products can be used, sometimes with disastyerous results. Look at the recent STUCCO scare.Water can get into a … (0 comments)
Attic VentilationAttic ventilation allows heat to escape from an attic in the summer and moisture to escape in the winter. Both are essential for roof warranties and to keep a house comfortable in hot weather. In general, new homes or homes with 10" of insulation in the attic will have ventilation … (0 comments)
One thing I haven't seen in new construction contracts, but I think is important to add, is how the builder will treat construction materials. Certain times of the year Florida gets LOTS of rain. When trusses are delivered to building sites, they are generaly set directly on the ground. If months … (0 comments)