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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 […]

  • by Mike Ciavattieri
  • October 26, 2016
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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 […]

  • by Mike Ciavattieri
  • October 26, 2016
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10 Common Myths about Mold and your health

Media reports have linked indoor mold exposure to everything from asthma to headaches. So what’s the real scientific evidence that exposure to mold in your home actually can cause physical symptoms? A recent review of scientific literature about mold-related diseases found that many common claims just don’t hold up under scrutiny. #1: The term “Toxic mold” […]

  • by Mike Ciavattieri
  • October 26, 2016
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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 […]

  • by Mike Ciavattieri
  • October 25, 2016
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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 […]

  • by Mike Ciavattieri
  • October 25, 2016
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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 […]

  • by Mike Ciavattieri
  • October 25, 2016
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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 […]

  • by Mike Ciavattieri
  • October 25, 2016
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