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Summer Humidity and Mold Review: Are You Okay?

Summer Humidity and Mold Review: Are You Okay?

  • Posted: Oct 24, 2019
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This past summer brought plenty of humid weather to the Chicago area. The summer humidity also means plenty of chances for mold to grow. As the humid weather rolled through town, it also rolled through your home, which means you could have developed mold. Read on to find out if you might have mold, what to do if you do, and how to protect yourself next year.

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Humidity Mold Growth: What to Watch out For

Humidity Mold Growth: What to Watch out For

  • Posted: Jul 09, 2019
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Chicago summers are back, and with them comes humidity! We all know a leaky pipe can lead to mold, but have you considered humidity mold growth? Yes, mold can be related to humidity too.

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Can Mold Make You Sick?

Can Mold Make You Sick?

  • Posted: Jun 06, 2017
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One of the top signs that there may be mold in your home is if you’ve been experiencing mold exposure symptoms. Mold can be incredibly dangerous for your health, which is why it’s so important not to delay when it comes to getting a mold inspection and remediation. Mold can actively damage your health and can even affect your pets’ health. So why can mold make you sick? Continue reading

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How to Prevent Mold in Pipes and Drains

How to Prevent Mold in Pipes and Drains

  • Posted: May 31, 2017
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Since mold thrives in enclosed, damp places, it stands to reason that people frequently find mold in pipes and drains. They offer the perfect atmosphere for mold growth. Knowing that, you may wonder what on earth you can do to prevent mold in pipes and drains, particularly since you can’t see whether or not it’s growing there. Well, we have a couple tips, tricks, and things to keep in mind. Continue reading

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Top 4 Signs That Your Home May Be Infested with Mold

Top 4 Signs That Your Home May Be Infested with Mold

  • Posted: May 23, 2017
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Mold infestation is scary. What’s even scarier is that many families today are living without knowledge that their home is infested with harmful mold. These families aren’t stupid: the signs of mold are not always as obvious as we’d like them to be. Invisible mold is often the cause of mold infestations that go unnoticed. Continue reading

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Mold Remediation: How Much Does It Cost?

Mold Remediation: How Much Does It Cost?

  • Posted: May 08, 2017
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Like most homeowners, mold remediation is an issue that is avoided at all costs. However, once that mold spreads into your home, the cost of mold remediation can be another issue altogether. People often wonder just how expensive their unwanted guest will be, and if there is a way to get the best deal possible. Continue reading

What Does Toxic Black Mold Look Like? Everything You Need To Know

What Does Toxic Black Mold Look Like? Everything You Need To Know

  • Posted: Apr 27, 2017
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To understand what black mold is, you first have to understand what it’s not. For starters, there’s a common myth that all black mold is toxic and harmful. That is simply not true. With thousands of different mold species roaming the United States, a large percentage are actually harmless. That’s why it’s very important to identify what black mold looks like as well as the potential harm it can be carrying. Continue reading

Featured Company: ProCare Restoration

Featured Company: ProCare Restoration

  • Posted: Apr 24, 2017
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When it comes to choosing a company for your mold problems, you need to make sure you’re selecting a highly reputable name. At Mold Inspection Illinois, we go to great lengths to ensure that each person using our services receives the best help they can get. That’s why we’re fully confident in this week’s featured company, ProCare Restoration. Continue reading

Mold In Rental Properties: What You Need to Know

Mold In Rental Properties: What You Need to Know

  • Posted: Apr 19, 2017
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Whether you’re the landlord of a rental property or tenant in that property, mold is never something you want. It can lead to a variety of harmful bacterias, and even ruin the foundation of your building. As a landlord, this can lead to repair costs and unwanted payments because of restoration services. As a tenant, it can cause bodily harm to your health as well as pose a serious problem for your living situation. Continue reading