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How to clean mold

Chlorine bleach can kill or control most types of molds including viruses, bacteria, and algae.  However, use of bleach has to be used with care. If misapplied, it can be harmful or even lethal. A bleach...

January 9, 2023 5
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Is mold naturally everywhere?

It is true that mold spores are almost everywhere. Our clothes can also carry mold spores. For example in summer, the outdoor air contains enormous amounts of spores. These spores can be trapped within...

December 28, 2022 5
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Our Windows have Black Mold All Around

You don't have to buy new windows unless the ones you have are already damaged. Mold growth around the windows is in most cases due to chronic condensation. Therefore, the first thing you need to find...

June 21, 2022 5
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How Much Does an Air Inspection Usually Cost?

Air inspection prices can vary a lot. I would suggest you call local qualified contractors and ask them for quotes. The best approach is perhaps to find a professional who can assess the moisture problem...

May 31, 2022 5
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How Much Does an Air Inspection Usually Cost?

I have mold problems in two closets in my home and in a couple of corners in the house. I also get a lot of moisture build up at the bottom of my windows that has also caused some mold. At the beginning...

May 31, 2022 2
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Will any of these methods work?

While there are a number of chemicals that can kill mold, use of chemicals is generally not recommended in mold remediation. You can learn more at https://www.moldbacteria.com/mold/why-are-biocides-not-recommended-mould-remediation.html...

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Spore counts

Unfortunately there are no published standards for acceptable or unacceptable levels of airborne spore concentration.

April 22, 2022 5
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Our Windows have Black Mold All Around

It’s common to find mold on a windowsills. Mold growth on windowsills is an indication of chronic condensation and/or window leaks. Therefore, the best way to prevent mold growth on windowsills is first...

March 16, 2022 5
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Our Windows have Black Mold All Around

I am a married woman with 2 young children living in our home. I've noticed that a lot of our windows that we purchased 3 years ago(resale) have black mold all around. Due to limited finances, we are unable...

March 16, 2022 2
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Aspergillus versicolor

We believe Aspergillus versicolor mould can be killed by steam/hot water sterilisation between 121-124oC. Steam sterilisation involves four parameters: steam, pressure, temperature, and time. The ideal...

March 14, 2022 5
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Aspergillus versicolor

Can Aspergillus versicolor mould be killed by steam/hot water sterilisation between 121-124oC?

March 14, 2022 2
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High Allergy Sensitivity to Stemphylium botryosum

My son was diagnosed with having a high allergy sensitivity to Stemphylium botryosum.  What are the symptoms of this allergy? At this one house we go to a lot, he always breaks out with hive like rashes...

March 13, 2022 2
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Mold Formed and Contaminated My Entire Home

If the clothes were wet and they have been in plastic bags for a year, it is possible they are already damaged. Find if you can find a lab that can test/assess for fiber damage by microorganisms. Hope...

March 13, 2022 5
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Mold Formed and Contaminated My Entire Home

I had water damage. Clothing sat wet and mold formed and contaminated my entire home. My insurance company paid for replacing everything but clothing. They took clothing off the premises and its been sitting...

March 13, 2022 2
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I Had Water Damages a Couple of Years Ago

If you had water damage, and the water was not dried properly within 48 hours, it's possible that you have mold. Although you say the water damage happened a couple of years ago, the presence of the smell...

March 13, 2022 5
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I Had Water Damages a Couple of Years Ago

I had water damages a couple of years ago and now there is a stench (mildew smell) in my garage. The ceiling and wall paper puckers (bubbles) as well. Could this be mold?

March 13, 2022 2
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Black Spots on Vinyl Siding

We have black spots on our vinyl siding. We have been told it is probably a fungus from previous vines that have grown on the house, or also from mulch around the house. Is there a way to tell if this...

March 13, 2022 2
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Mold Toxin Exposure

We're sorry to hear what you and your babies are going through. As for the medical tests that can be done, I would suggest you seek help from medical doctors as they may know the specialists to refer your...

March 12, 2022 5
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Mold Toxin Exposure

Me and my babies have been exposed, I believe 99% chance that I'm correct to Mold Toxin Exposure for approximately 5 years. I have all the severe serious level symptoms, plus have been exposed to carbon...

March 12, 2022 2
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