Fire safety continues to be an ever-pressing issue in the U.S. Although the rate of house fires has decreased since the 1970s, one can never be too careful when it comes to dealing with higher-risk substances and scenarios around the… Read More
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Common Causes of Basement Flooding
Flooding in your home would be bad enough, but it is your basement that likely suffers the most risk. Because of its location, set low in the ground, it can be easy for water to seep into the space. If… Read More
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How to Detect Mold in Your House
Mold in your home is no joking business. Although hundreds of mold species exist in the natural world that are not toxic to humans, many species of mold can be pathogenic or toxic. Pathogenic mold is especially threatening to those… Read More
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Types of Biohazardous Waste
In the medical and scientific fields, medical waste is a part of everyday life. Each state has different regulations on how to properly dispose of it. Because this type of waste, also known as biomedical waste or biohazardous waste, may… Read More
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When Routine Air Duct Cleaning Is Essential for Your Business
In a commercial building, the stakes for keeping all occupants safe and healthy are high. Still, with all the work that is to be done, few worry about cleaning the air ducts. Is it really necessary to schedule a yearly… Read More
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Summer Fire Safety Tips
In the summer, you might hear fewer stories of house fires than those of flooding or water damage. The winter has its fair share of residential fires. However, fires don’t cease to occur in the warmer months either. As the… Read More
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Water Damage Categories and Classifications
Water damage, commercial and residential combined, is a far more common issue in the US than one might expect. According to one survey, water damage from broken pipes ranks second to damage done by hurricanes, and a small leak can… Read More
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4 Proper Ways of Killing Mold
The growth of mold is the most common problem of bathrooms, laundry rooms, and kitchens. Any place in the house that has a high concentration of humidity has a chance of growing mold. A common way to kill the spores… Read More
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Musty Beach House? Get a Mold Inspection
Beach time is high and nigh in the summer months, when a sweet retreat in the heat by the water will do just right for a holiday. When beachgoers return or enter their beach house, though, they may get an… Read More
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7 Common Types of Mold (by Color)
Mold is one of the major concerns for homeowners, especially in humid, wet areas. Besides geographical location, kitchens and bathrooms are also likely places for unwanted mold growth. A common misconception about mold is that it can be completely removed… Read More