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Dealing with and preventing Ice Dam formation

It’s been a long, cold, and snowy winter here in Massachusetts and over the past months of performing home inspections I have run into numerous instances of ice dam formation and the subsequent questions from prospective buyers and sellers. ************************ Having problems with Ice Dams and/or roof leaks this Winter? BONSAI can help you! Click […]

Hey, what about my Granite Countertops… and mold?

So with all the recent hype regarding granite countertops and radon gas emissions, I thought I’d combine granite countertops with one of my other ‘hot topic’ specialties: mold investigation. On the scale of hygiene, the typical granite countertop falls somewhere below Stainless and Corian, well ahead of ordinary laminates, and relatively even with quartz (aka […]

Mold Testing, Remediation, and Prevention – Why You Need an Expert

We’ve all heard about the health dangers of mold in residential and commercial buildings. Having measures in place to prevent or control the growth of mold is of course prudent, and mold remediation is a necessary and often difficult task. For mold testing, control, and remediation, it is best to rely upon an expert in the […]

Invisible Toxins: Catching New Buyers Off Guard

Buying or renting a house or apartment for the first time is often supposed to be one of the most exciting times in your life. Unfortunately, many first time buyers and renters may not be aware of one of the biggest hurdles in the way of a good home and that’s toxins. Potential hazards continue […]

Mold and Bleach – The Real Truth

One of the questions I hear most in regards to cleaning up mold in the household is: “Should I just use some bleach on it?”. Here’s an emphatic answer for you: No! Household bleach is generally a solution containing 4-6% sodium hypochlorite and 0.01-0.05% sodium hydroxide. It is most frequently used as a disinfectant or a bleaching […]

Invisible Toxins: Catching New Buyers Off Guard

Buying or renting a house or apartment for the first time is often supposed to be one of the most exciting times in your life. Unfortunately, many first time buyers and renters may not be aware of one of the biggest hurdles in the way of a good home and that’s toxins. Potential hazards continue […]

The CDC’s Position on Mold, Dampness, and your Health

Below is the Center for Disease Control and Prevention’s (CDC –http://www.cdc.gov/) Official statement on Mold, Dampness, and your Health. I have added my own comments in regards to this statement at the bottom: Facts about Mold and Dampness There is always some mold everywhere – in the air and on many surfaces. Molds have been […]

The Truth about Mold Air Testing in your Home

Often times, I get a chance to ask a potential customer of mine on the phone what some of the other companies may be offering for services and/or prices. It’s a great way to stay competitive. It’s also a great way to keep abreast of what’s going on. When it comes to Mold Inspection and […]

The Truth about Mold Air Testing in your Home

Often times, I get a chance to ask a potential customer of mine on the phone what some of the other companies may be offering for services and/or prices. It’s a great way to stay competitive. It’s also a great way to keep abreast of what’s going on. When it comes to Mold Inspection and […]

Does Mold pose a Risk to your Home?

Does Mold pose a Risk to your Home? A disturbing number of things can present a health risk in a home, from a faulty gas boiler to a contaminated water supply. One often overlooked health hazard is mold. If you have a mold problem in your home then you should not just be concerned about how bad […]