(This article by Roy Ponder originally appeared in Lake Martin North, Lake Martin South Magazine.) Mold is everywhere! It is a naturally occurring element that is found in any environment. It becomes a problem in indoor environments when it affects the health of the...
Radon lacks color and odor, and it occurs here in Alabama. Other parts of the U.S. may consistently have higher levels than we do, but because of the unexpected ways it surfaces, radon still causes concerns for Alabamans. Radon is responsible for more than 25,000 lung...
Do you experience sinus problems throughout the year, regardless of what season it is? It is common for people to suffer from pollen allergies in the springtime or even from a common cold, however, if you have chronic, year-round sinus problems, or if you are...
As much as you love your furry friends, things at home can get a bit smelly when they live with you indoors. Thankfully, there are numerous ways that you can keep up your clean, fresh-smelling home and get rid of any odors that your dogs may cause. The following...
There is a lot of confusion about the difference between mold and mildew. Although we tend to use the words interchangeably when we’re talking, they are actually two different things! Mold and mildew are not drastically different though, but there are some key...
The more humans come to learn about the fungus among us, the more we realize how little we truly know. Trees, we’ve learned, speak to each other through underground fungal networks. Another fungus infects insects, turning them into “zombies” which it uses to reproduce...
When a water emergency occurs in your home, you need to act fast. The longer you wait to take the leap to have the damage repaired, the longer your property remains wet — which means more problems in the future. Moisture can spread through the home even after the...
If a fire has recently damaged your home, you’re probably under a lot of stress and disappointment. However, not all has been lost. Through the fire damage restoration process, the experts can make your home as good as new. Some victims of fire damage even use their...
When a storm rips off your roof, you usually feel pretty confident that your insurance will cover the entire cost to replace the roof. But what if the storm sends water straight into a bedroom, causing extensive water damage in the drywall? How confident do you feel...
Do you get symptoms like headaches and allergies, seemingly at random? Is there a lingering odor in your home that you just can’t locate, like mold or mustiness? Are there spots in your home that always feel damp? Your crawl space may be affecting your home more than...
