Our blog can often be a bit of a downer. It makes sense: we’re writing about mould — which can make you sick and your home uninhabitable — and asbestos — which can kill you. So even when you try to find light-hearted fun-facts, they inevitably end up being kind of terrible. We’re sorry. Terrible
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With hundreds of thousands of types of plants and animals, it would be strange if the fungi kingdom was any less diverse. However, a lot of homeowners tend to think if their home has mould it must be black mould. However, just like animals come in varieties of colours (just look at all the different
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If you’ve ever researched for mould or asbestos abatement experts in Calgary, you’ve likely noticed that almost all professionals who offer one of these services also provides the other. But have you ever wondered why? The Problem. Many moulds contain mycotoxins that can make people sick when inhaled. Asbestos releases particles that can cause nasty
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Homeowners can be a little paranoid about mould, and it makes sense why. Left too long, mould can slowly take over a home. Mould can make a building uninhabitable by destroying the structure and releasing mycotoxins that can make people sick. However, while it pays to be cautious, not every spot or discolouration is going
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One of the best ways to keep mould removal extremely affordable and easy is to catch the signs before you have a true infestation on your hands. Fortunately for homeowners, there are a few clues that you’ll likely notice if you pay attention. Smell. While people tend to not rely on their sense of smell
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It shouldn’t come as a surprise that the same mould that makes people sick can and will also make your furry, feathered, or scaled friends unwell. In fact, animals often suffer more than their humans because they spend more time in the house. Most people know that mould can cause lifelong respiratory problems or even
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We’ve written about the changes to Calgary’s legislation before, but a lot of Calgarians are still a bit confused about what exactly they have to do. Since the city of Calgary can shut down your demolition and give you a hefty fine, it’s a good idea to make sure you understand the red tape before
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Before we begin, we’d just like to say that there are actually six different types of asbestos. The two we’ll be discussing today are just two of these types. Asbestos refers to naturally occurring minerals made from silicate with a long, fibrous crystal structure. Each of the six types has a unique colour which also
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It’s finally getting to be that time of year again! Soon the birds will be flying back for the summer and the trees will be budding. If you haven’t started your spring clean-up yet, you’re likely planning it for the next week or two. Spring is often a busy season for anyone in school or
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Having an apartment with a mould issue is not a fun position to be in. And there’s a few reasons for it being as problematic as it is. Often, landlords aren’t aware that there is a problem until you find it. After they’ve been notified, they may not be quick to remedy it the issue
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