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Although mold is essential in the ecosystem, it’s detrimental if it grows inside your house. Mold growing inside the house adversely affects the occupants and the building itself. At Secure Restoration, we understand the implications of ignoring mold growth in your home. We offer dependable mold removal services to residential and commercial property owners in […]

The humidity level in a home should be somewhere between 30 and 50 percent. High humidity is typically referred to as wet air, and air with little to no humidity is usually referred to as dry air.  A good way to think about humidity is by comparing a rainforest climate vs. a desert climate. When […]

Kitchens pose a significant risk for hazardous mold growth in a home because of the considerable water usage that takes place there. For this reason, this article will discuss some of the critical areas in your kitchen that are targets for mold growth and what you can do to stay ahead of the game.  1. […]

For the most part, having the word mold associated with the value of anything is a bad sign. Property value and mold are no exception if you have a mold problem in your home, the chances are high that it will not be good for your homes property value. Potential buyers are going to walk […]

If you own a home, you have to always look for mold colonies sprouting up. Mold is not necessarily bad per se it just is not good to have it growing in your home. It’s okay if it grows outside somewhere only not in your house. Since mold can be dangerous and may require hazardous […]

If you suspect that you may have a mold problem in your home, the best thing to do is to call a professional mold removal company to perform a mold inspection, confirm that you have a mold problem and come up with a comprehensive plan to remove the mold. Toxic mold is not always black […]

Identify Black Mold Asheville, NC Before you can identify black mold, you need to know what it is. The scientific name for it is Stachybotrys chartarum, and it is a potentially deadly mold that releases airborne spores. The first sign of a black mold infestation will most likely be the distinct sickly sweet scent the […]

Mold growth in a home causes an undesirable smell, health issues, and damage to the property.  Mold eats away at the walls and ceilings of a home. It can also damage the foundation of a home and the HVAC systems. If you suspect mold growth in your home, do not ignore the signs. The following […]

  Basements are notorious for providing the perfect conditions for the growth and sustainability of mold colonies. Basements typically have poor air circulation as well as damp and humid air. These factors make the basement an ideal breeding ground for mold. Bathrooms are a major problem area for mold due to a combination of factors. […]