March 18th, 2010
The Northeast has been hit hard by recent heavy rain storms and flooding. Good Day NY called in mold expert Kevin Hinchey on Wednesday, March 17th to explain what to do if your home has a mold problem.
Tags: basement mold, carpet mold, mold remediation, mold removal, water removal
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December 8th, 2009
Attic ventilation is critical to maintaining even attic temperatures throughout the year. In the summer, proper ventilation vents excess heat. In the winter, it prevents the buildup of excess moisture and accumulation of water condensation.
Tags: attic mold, black mold, Mold, mold prevention
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November 10th, 2009
H&H Environmental has a just started a new photo account on Flickr. Want to see the damage that water and mold can do to a home? Check out these images.
Tags: basement, images, Mold
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October 7th, 2009
Many areas of the Northeast experienced a large amount of rain this summer. This dampness can contribute to heavy mold growth, which can end up effecting homeowners.
Tags: allergies, fall, Mold
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September 19th, 2009
Indoor air quality testing (IAQ) is becoming increasingly important as a health matter. Your home may actually be making you and your family sick. With more energy efficient building standards, homes are more insulated and sealed up more than ever before. Without fresh air exchange, the air in the home can cause a buildup of harmful pathogens. These include mold, radon gas and other airborne irritants. Other irritants come from cleaning chemicals, carpeting, furniture, and other sources which emit harmful fumes.
Tags: iaq, indoor air quality
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September 9th, 2009
Carpets, particularly those made of organic materials, can provide a great environment for mold contamination. When moisture or water accumulate within and under a carpet without the opportunity to completely dry, carpet mold can form.
Tags: carpet mold, mold removal, water
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August 11th, 2009
Heavy rain, a burst pipe or flooding can cause more than just water damage to your home. It can lead to mildew and mold growth, which can become a health hazard.
Tags: Flooding, water removal
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July 26th, 2009
CATSKILL, NY – A festering mold problem in a rural Catskill home has left one couple feeling helpless, and they are reaching out for help wherever they can.
Tags: Mold, mold inspection, mold removal, water removal
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July 25th, 2009
Does your basement smell musty? Do your eyes water and breathing become tight when you go downstairs into the dark, moist cellar? You don’t need an air quality test to tell you that there is mold growing in your basement.
Tags: basement, drywall, Mold, mold removal
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July 20th, 2009
Keep up with H&H Environmental and Construction news and articles through Twitter!
Tags: Mold, twitter
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