In the wake of Florida storms, many families deal with new and unexplained health problems. Take this family for example, who dealt with severe symptoms and hospitalizations after Hurricane Ian. The issue? Mold. Thanks to our high humidity levels, heavy rainfall, and high water table, Tampa homes are prime targets for mold
Around 10% of people have allergies to mold, but that doesn’t mean the rest of the people aren’t at risk. Mold growth contributes to a lot of health problems and living in Florida puts you in a vulnerable position. If you still want to enjoy the sunshine, sand, and citrus, you don’t
It’s estimated that water damage accounts for nearly 24% of all home insurance claims. Many people think that their homes are only at risk if they live in a flood zone. However, the reality is that water damage can occur from a variety of different sources within your home. One of the
We get it: some household problems are easy to ignore. Out of sight is out of mind, after all, which is why you can turn a blind eye to a drafty window, clogged gutters, or the musty smell from your laundry room. Get ready to swallow a bitter pill: that
Mold is more than an annoying home issue; exposure can cause a myriad of health problems such as asthma, allergic reactions, and respiratory trouble. If you think your home has mold, you must take steps to remediate it as soon as possible. A common place for mold to sneak up in your
One man suffered an asthma attack and ended up in a medically induced coma in the hospital. All from toxic black mold exposure. Sadly, this outcome was entirely preventable if the mold had been removed. Protect your family by looking for mold in and around your home. Being able to
Tampa homeowners often expect a reprieve from wet conditions once we hit the winter months. However, we’re facing our first El Niño winter in five years, and the moisture isn’t going anywhere. If you’re a long-time Tampa resident, you know that with outdoor moisture comes indoor mold. With no break in
According to the CDC, at least 7,000 people died in 2021 across the United States due to fungal infections. At least 75,000 were hospitalized for the same reason. Unfortunately, many of these infections occurred in the safety of their own homes. As much as you may enjoy cleaning your house,
Mold is a lot more than an unsightly, smelly growth on your windowsills and walls. It can provoke asthma attacks and irritate the lungs, nose, and throat in even non-allergic people. Any source of mold in your home is a health hazard, period. The thing with mold, though, is that it may
Studies show that having a clean house is excellent for your health. People with clean homes tend to be more physically fit and suffer fewer mental health complaints than those with messy or dirty houses. Tidying up and improving the air quality in your home can do wonders for you and
