Have you ever gone up into your attic and noticed the smell of mildew? That musty smell can indicate there is mold. Water dripping from your smoke detectors, bathroom fans or light fixtures could result in visible microbial growth in the ceiling or attic. The main cause of mold in attic spaces is from moisture…

Sewer backup into your home is something that you want to avoid. If the wastewater does not properly drain away from your home it’s because of something obstructing the sewage main line. It’s important to address any sewer problems in your home or commercials space right away to avoid structural damage. Old sewer systems might…

Often times we overlook the areas of our home where we do not frequently visit like the crawlspace or the attic. It’s important to do routine checks of these areas to make sure there are no leaks or rodents causing damage to your home. For example, a leaking hot water heater in a home can…

A crawlspace can become a space that houses rodents like mice or rats. It’s a warm sheltered area that provides the rodents protection from the element. However, rodents can cause a lot of damage to a home for example, chewing wires in your crawlspace and contaminating the vapor barrier and insulation with their urine, feces,…

Fires in commercial buildings are commonly caused by something in the kitchen. The high cooking temperatures, flammable cooking oil, poorly maintained kitchen equipment and faulty electrical wiring are a few of the fire hazards property owners should look out for. Common areas in the kitchen where a fire could start would be the stovetop or…

One of the most common areas for mold to grow is in the attic of a home. This area is sometimes overlooked in a home because people don’t check the attic frequently like they do say the bathroom. A tenant is more likely to spot visible microbial growth growing in the bathroom than they will…

Water damage is usually caused from large rain storms, flooding or unnoticed leaks in a residential or commercial building. If a small leak goes unnoticed for a long time this will result into water damage on the affected materials such as drywall, flooring, furniture , etc. Water damage that is unnoticed can also lead to…

Standing water in your crawlspace is never a nice thing to come home to. Water can get into your crawlspace from a variety of sources such a plumbing pipe leaks, ground water seeping in, or ever the gutters and downspouts on the structure can direct water into the crawlspace too. If the water is left…

It’s always a good idea to check your crawlspace for any areas of intrusion where rodents could get in. If rodents get inside of your crawlspace they could damage your insulation, wires, vents, pipes and vapor barrier. It is recommended to call a pest company to make sure all live rodents are removed and the…

Attics are often times an area in a home that gets overlooked by the homeowners. The attic is an area that is out of sight and out of mind. However, it important to inspect your attic to prevent any issues such as rodents, water damage, or mold. In the winter months rodents tend to infest…