Category Archives: Mold & Your Health

Mold and Real Estate – What to Know Before You Buy or Sell

Posted on by
Mold: Know More Before You Buy or Sell

Mold: Know More Before You Buy or Sell

If you’re in the market to buy or sell a home, one area you’ll need to pay close attention to: is there or has there been a mold issue.

Sellers and Mold

As a homeowner interested in selling, if your home has had a mold issue, you will need to inform any potential buyer.

If you don’t know if there is mold, this won’t give you a free pass should someone buy your home only to find mold after the fact. Not knowing isn’t an excuse nor is knowing about it and not informing the buyer. In either situation, you’ll most likely find yourself facing a lawsuit from the new buyer.

To avoid this costly mistake, have the home inspected, and if necessary, get a NJ mold treatment to remove the problem. Document everything you’ve had done to resolve the problem.

Another issue is when an inspector finds mold, you probably won’t get your asking price, or the buyer will move on.

Buyers and Mold

If you’re in the market to buy a home, one thing to ask is if the home has had mold and/or if it’s been inspected for mold. Either way, you’ll need to ask to see the documents proving the steps taken to remove it.

If the seller can’t produce any documentation the home is free and clear of mold, you may need to consider other homes.

At Stern Mold, we offer a free inspection, which allows our NJ mold treatment specialist to determine the source of the problem and then discuss the options available for mold treatment. Contact us and let’s get started on ensuring your home is mold free.

Posted in Mold & Your Health, Mold Information, Mold Law, Mold Remediation, News

Drones Used to Find Entry Points for Moisture for Mold Treatment

Posted on by
Drone Looking for Mold Moisture Points

Drone Looking for Mold Moisture Points

This year, Miami mold specialists went to new levels, employing the use of drones as part of their mold identification and eradication tactics. Will NYC mold treatment be next to follow this trend?

What’s Up with Drone Mold Identification Tactics?
Inspection drone technology has advanced rapidly in recent years, thanks in-part to applications in energy, construction, infrastructure and mining. The latest tech? Infrared inspection, offered by Miami Mold Specialists. With the help of drones, the new systems helps mold specialists map buildings for multiple kinds of moisture damage, from that caused by excess humidity, to damage from wind, water and leaks, identifying potential mold ‘hot spots’ and addressing problem areas more efficiently.

Infrared Detection of Water Damage
Because mold spores cannot be completely eliminated, moisture reduction is critical to controlling mold growth. However moisture and leaks, hidden behind walls, floors and ceilings, can be impossible to detect until serious damage occurs. Infrared photography goes ‘behind the scenes,’ using sophisticated infrared sensors to measure the temperatures of any surface within its image area, identifying changes in temperature that point to potential moisture issues.

A Cheaper, Less-Dangerous Way to Check for Mold Issues
Unmanned drones can fit into tighter, more treacherous spaces than mere mortals, and aren’t affected by exposure to toxic spores. With weather-related disasters on-the-rise, this service may prove to be in as high-demand nationwide as it is in Miami post-hurricane-Irma, though only a handful of South Florida mold inspection and remediation companies offer it at this time.

Struggling to find the source of mold in your home or business? Contact the NYC mold treatment experts at Stern Mold and schedule your free inspection today.

Posted in Mold & Your Health, Mold Information, Mold Remediation, Mold Treatment, MoldExterm, News

Mold – An Indoor Toxin that Needs Prompt Attention

Posted on by
Mold - An Indoor Toxin that Needs Prompt Attention

Mold – An Indoor Toxin that Needs Prompt Attention

No one wants mold in their home but unfortunately, our homes provide plenty of places for the toxin to hide. Finding the hiding spots and addressing issues is the first step in monitoring and maintaining a mold-free environment.

Mold and Health Issues

Mold is common and causes a variety of symptoms to those who come in contact with the spores. A few of the most common symptoms include:

– autoimmunity

– asthma

– fatigue

– hair loss

– headaches

– insomnia

– nausea

– weight loss

Places of Interest

One area in the home that can be a hotbed of activity for moisture is the bathroom. Humidity gathers in the room and creates the perfect environment for mold to grow. To help eliminate moisture and humidity, always run the fan to keep the room ventilated. If your bathroom doesn’t have a small exhaust fan, have one installed.

Do visual checks around sink pipes under the cabinets in the kitchen and vanity in the bathroom, as well as behind wallpaper exposed to humidity. Find the source and contact an NYC mold removal specialist to address the problem.

Another area to check is your car. If there are any openings where the seals lining the trunk or around windows have deteriorated or been damaged, water can seep in, accumulate in upholstery, and create that musty smell that is a sure sign of mold.

Water pipes leaking behind a wall and roof leaks will affect drywall, floors, and ceiling tiles where mold can grow and wreak havoc.

If you have a moldy situation, calling in professional NYC mold removal specialists from Stern Mold is recommended. We know how to treat mold safely. Call us today.

Posted in Mold & Your Health, Mold Information, Mold Treatment, News

Could Your Child’s School Be Involved in a Mold Cover-up?

Posted on by
Is you Children's School Harboring Mold?

Is you Children’s School Harboring Mold?

Parents of students at Providence High School have been persistent in their complaints that there’s something amiss in the air that is making their children sick.

A meeting with Superintendent Clayton Wilcox was scheduled so parents could put pressure on the school to look into what is causing the problem.

Students and faculty were complaining of headaches, fatigue, and sinus problems and noting the problem was mold related. While contractors were brought in and the principal had notified families that a second contractor had been scheduled, there remains a stigma of suspicion that the school authorities had not been as forthcoming with information as they should have been.

Contractors that had been called in to check for mold did in fact find evidence of water damage and possible mold-damaged ceiling tiles. Due to inaccurate information being provided by school officials, it’s evident Providence High needs a thorough inspection by state health officials to determine the extent of damage and to clean up the problems.

As of this writing, when asked, a school official replied that “the district has and will bring in outside resources as necessary to respond to any issues found.”

If you’re experiencing symptoms of mold at home, don’t wait to get professional help. Certain mold types are harmful to your health and should be removed as soon as possible.

At Stern Mold, our focus is on NYC mold treatment to keep your home or business free and clear. With our NYC mold treatment known as MoldExterm on the job, we can take care of eradicating the problem quickly, efficiently, and with less cost than traditional remediation. Call today for a free inspection.

Posted in Mold & Your Health, Mold Information, News

What Symptoms Would I Experience from Chronic Mold Exposure?

Posted on by
Here are the Tell-Tale Symptoms of Chronic Mold Exposure, be on the Lookout!

Here are the Tell-Tale Symptoms of Chronic Mold Exposure, be on the Lookout!

Mold-related illness is often misdiagnosed because the symptoms can be similar to those for other conditions. People may dismiss their running nose, irritated eyes, and fatigue as seasonal allergies or a cold, but chronic mold exposure can lead to serious health problems. Proper treatment for any mold illness requires eliminating the underlying mold problem. Know the facts about mold and your health to protect your family and employees.

Symptoms may vary based on the type of mold

There are many different types of mold. While black mold is the one commonly associated with illness, there are other types of mold that are potentially harmful. Mold breaks down biological materials like wood and paper. As this happens, the mold produces volatile organic compounds (VOCs). When you smell a musty odor in a building, you are smelling the VOCs. Some VOCs can be dangerous to building occupants.

Common symptoms of mold exposure

Since mold spores are tiny and travel undetected through the air, they are easily inhaled and can lead to ongoing sinus problems and respiratory issues. Also, contact with mold can cause a skin irritation called Sporotrichosis. Mold illness may manifest in different ways because the mycotoxins can cause an over-response by your body’s immune system. An overactive immune response results in many different symptoms.

Be proactive about mold and your health

If you suspect you may be experiencing symptoms from mold exposure, contact a physician with knowledge and experience in mold illness. To quickly and effectively eliminate mold from your home or business, contact the experts at Stern Mold. The MoldExterm method is less costly than traditional remediation methods and includes a comprehensive guarantee.

Posted in Mold & Your Health, News
« Older Entries Recent Entries »