Nasty bacteria and germs can get into your rags, sponges, towels, etc, but where does mould typically hide in your home? After all, mould needs the right temperature, a water source, and material that it can break down and consume. We’ve blogged at length about these needs in the past, and anywhere that provides mould
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As autumn approaches, Calgary is finally leaving the hot weather and rain behind. Those of us in the mould removal industry are pretty happy to see it go. That’s because mould needs three things to grow: a surface that provides food (such as carpet, drywall, or even paint), moisture (such as the high humidity levels
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Calgary’s rainy season is over, and (thankfully) our boute of August snow doesn’t seem to have stuck quite yet. Humidity levels are lowering, and the risk of mould developing in your house because of outside environmental factors is disappearing by the day. But before you let out a big sigh of relief and rest easy
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There are a ton of Do It Yourself kits for just about everything these days. You can buy DIY crown mouldings and DIY legal wills, but when it comes to solving mould problems, it might be better to do some DIY research and call in an expert. The problem is mould isn’t surface level. It’s
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We’ve been working with Calgary homeowners for years, and we’ve heard just about every myth and misconception there is about mould. We’ve met people who have tried to bleach, scrub, and paint over mould. We’ve met others who thought that, if they just left the mould alone, it would go away. Here are some of
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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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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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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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