“Roughly 20% of the U.S. population spends their days inside educational facilities, where poor IAQ can influence health, concentration, attendance, and student and staff performance. Poor IAQ is associated with a variety of health risks and problems, including asthma,
Cleveland Flooded Basements Become Toxic Black Mold Playgrounds
With record levels of rain in Cleveland this year, many Northeastern Ohio homeowners have suffered from flooded basements. Unfortunately, if the damaged carpet, soaked padding and wet drywall wasn’t removed, it’s likely the once flooded basements have turned into
Mold Removal – What Your Home and a Food Manufacturing Facility Have in Common
Indoor air quality and toxic mold are issues across many industries and many households. This indoor air quality article comes from Quality Assurance magazine and outlines at least 3 things a food manufacturing facility can do to keep mold
Asthma Linked to Mold Exposure – Attention Expectant Parents
Scientists have known for a long time that individuals with asthma, and other respiratory illnesses, were more likely to be sensitive to mold exposure. However this study is the first to link an early exposure to mold to the development
Mold Inspection – Muhammad Ali Suing Over Mold Not Disclosed
CBS News reported last week that Muhammad Ali has filed a lawsuit against the couple who sold him their $2 million home in Kentucky several years ago. The suit claims the Ali’s were not properly informed of a host
If You’re Sick in Your House and It’s Not Your Spouse…
… You May Have Sick House Syndrome! Indoor pollution sources that release gases or particles into the air are the primary cause of indoor air quality problems in homes. Inadequate ventilation can increase indoor pollutant levels by not bringing in
Cleveland Mold Removal | Featured Best Contractor 2011
Dutch’s Home and Mold Inspections is proud to be featured in Angie’s List Magazine as a 2011 Best Contractor. http://magazine.angieslist.com/best—worst/2011/best-cleveland-contractors-of-2011.aspx Scott Hoeflinger of Westlake experienced Dutch’s willingness to assist clients when he was trying to sell his house. “The buyers questioned his
Mold Removal Delaying School Projects
A middle school in Pennsylvania is canceling a number of school services and programs due to a major mold removal project. The South Eastern School District is spending more than $100,000 to end a mold problem caused by ongoing issues
Dutch’s Home Inspections and Dutch’s Mold Inspections
Indoor mold can trigger allergies or allergy-like symptoms affecting the upper respiratory system. Although other, more serious problems may occur if people are exposed to very high levels of mold, the most common complaints are: • nasal and sinus congestion