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What VA Residents Need to Know About Moldy Floor Joists
Why Mold Forms on Floor Joists Mold growth on floor joists usually occurs in damp, dark, and poorly ventilated areas like crawl spaces and basements. Mold spores are microscopic and float freely in the air, but they require the right conditions to grow: moisture, organic material (like wood), and limited light. Common causes of moldy…
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Mold Evaluation and When To Get A Mold Inspection
There are a few different situations in which you might want a mold inspection. Here’s when a mold inspection is needed, what mold testing does and the average cost. What is mold? Mold is a fungus, and like all fungi, it thrives in moist places. Mold spreads by emitting spores, microscopic particles often as small…
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How to Handle a Sewage Backup
If you and your family are fortunate enough to have never experienced a sewage backup in your Virginia home… Yes, a sewage backup is exactly as awful it sounds. Some signs of a sewage leak can be very obvious, like odors and visible moisture. Others, can be easily missed. When it comes to sewage backups, early detection…
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Do I Have Mold In My Virginia Home?
All mold needs to thrive is an adequate moisture source, dead organic matter, and warm temperatures. The nature of mold allows it to grow on and spread to virtually any surface in your home. In some situations, an indoor mold problem is quite obvious and hard to miss. However, that is not always the case.…
