There are many mold spores that occur naturally in our environment, in fact, there are 100,000 types throughout the world. Over 1000, of which, thrive in North America on food, in bathrooms, on fabric and other materials, and in the soil. Microscopic mold spores inhabit the air we breathe and are everywhere- meaning they are…
Are you familiar with what is covered under your homeowner’s insurance in the case of water damage? It is important to talk to your insurance agent to get a better understanding about what types of water damage are covered and what aren’t. For example, flooding, unknown leaks, or on-going maintenance problems are oftentimes excluded from…
A kitchen water damage can happen to anyone at any time. The sink backs up and overflows, the dishwasher leaks, a water line bursts, etc. Unfortunately, many homeowners ignore the sometimes small amounts of water, believing that simply letting it dry will take care of everything. The truth is you will never know the full…
Santa Clarita Valley is blessed with incredible weather, unlike many other areas around the country. Even as we head into summer we now have breezy, sunny days and clear, cool nights. Though rain is not in our forecast, flooding can still become a problem when you least expect it. Pipe LeakMost water damage scenarios for…
Everywhere we go we can encounter mold, whether outside or inside our environments. Allergies are a common reaction to mold in damp and wet climates; though some people are never bothered at all. In an inside environment, however, mold can begin to grow in a closed area which is damaging in many ways. Most people,…
Every issue in a home that has to do with mold is always linked to water in some way. As a fungus, mold needs water and other materials to feed on. Therefore, many types of mold spores grow in attics and basements, which lack exposure to sunlight and air circulation. While there are not many…
