When you have mold growth in your home, it’s important to get it out, but many Maryland area homeowners often wonder “Just how does mold remediation work?” Mold remediation is just one service that we offer to our Maryland area customers at AA Action Waterproofing, and it’s a particularly important one as well! Continue reading →
When it comes to a severe mold infestation, there is really only one real solution; you should call in the experts to deal with it, which is something that we, at AAAction Waterproofing have a lot of experience with. However, just as important mold extermination is mold prevention, and this is something that any building or home owner can do all by themselves to prevent a serious outbreak that would require our expertise. Here are the factors you need to consider when it comes to mold prevention techniques. Continue reading →
As clean and tidy as a home may be, there are still unseen dangers that could be colonizing within the house. The truth is that mold is everywhere. It can be found in the air, on foods, and especially in soft surfaces when the moisture within the home is high enough to support further colonization. While not all molds are toxic, many can still have an adverse effect on individuals, especially if they are already sensitive to other allergies.
At AA Action Waterproofing, one of the biggest things that we find in doing mold remediation and further preventive basement waterproofing measures, is that many Maryland residents may be aware of the continued mold growth, but still treat it as an isolated incident that can be easily contended with. Mold is highly difficult to remove from a property, especially as the microscopic spores can linger in the air for days, until the find a suitable environment to colonize.
Many mold infestations can be obvious within a home. This may include:
• Dark spots showing through on walls
• Foul or musty odors in the home
• Increased incidence of allergic reactions for residents
• Obvious mold and deterioration on soft items, including paper products and clothes
While it is beneficial for homeowners to address these issues, these Continue reading →
At AA Action Waterproofing, we are often called in to handle emergencies with basement flooding as well as services for mold remediation, basement drying, and waterproofing measures to prevent future damage. It should be noted that one of the most frequent comments that we hear when we are called in to clean up a mess is that the homeowner was completely taken by surprise by this occurrence. Continue reading →
As the summer season progresses, many Maryland residents are feeling the cycles of different pollens and allergens in the air. Certain irritants will have a stronger effect on certain people, simply based on how their immune system responds to the spores. For many residents, the answer may be to simply stay indoors during times of higher pollen counts, and to use high grade filters and air cleaners throughout the home. However, trouble can arise when the truly dangerous allergens are actually already living in the structure of the home. Continue reading →
That classic musty smell is one that is often associated with basements, but what many homeowners don’t know is that the “basement smell” is actually one that is often indicative to mold, and it shouldn’t be brushed off as simply par for the course. If you go into your basement, and if you’re basement smell musty, it’s time to look around and see if mold growth could be what is causing it. Continue reading →
Summer allergies are something that tons of people find themselves dealing with when each warm weather season comes along. The itchy eyes, runny nose, sore throat, and skin sensitivities that come along with the summer season can really hinder your enjoyment of the long days and great Maryland weather, but what if your indoor air is actually making them worse? Poor air quality, paired with seasonal allergies, acts as a one-two punch when it comes to exasperating your symptoms, and the fix may be something you have never thought of before. Continue reading →
Mold not only ruins your property, it can have some pretty ill effects on your health as well. Even a very small amount of moisture or water in your basement can lead to a quick mold problem, and even a small amount of mold can lead to the health effects associated with it. When mold grows and expands, the spores it releases are irritants to your sinus and respiratory systems, and the effects mold can cause you to feel are easily confused with other common ailments often. Continue reading →
Seasonal allergies caused by different types of plant growth are anything but rare, but one thing that allergy sufferers may not realize is that indoor growth can be just as hazardous to their allergy condition as outdoor growth is known to be. Pollen, trees, and spores in the air outside can cause your nose to run, your throat to grow sore, and a cough to develop, but mold spores in your home can do much of the same thing and you may not even recognize it. Continue reading →
Maryland residents can take great pride in their homes, whether they are quaint colonials or iconic brick face styled and more modern additions to the architecture of the region. This sense of joy and comfort about the living space also extends to the interior, as unique floor plans and personal décor are often displayed to many guests. However, the picture of perfection could be marred by less noticeable and desirable inhabitants in the home. Continue reading →
