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Actress Suzanne Somers Reveals Her Frightening Ordeal with Black Mold

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Keep Your Family and Friend Safe from Mold

Keep Your Family and Friends Safe from Mold

Wealth and fame are no protection when it comes to mold and health issues. Actress Suzanne Somers, who is scheduled to compete in the new season of Dancing with the Stars, detailed her frightening experience in her book “TOX-SICK: From Toxic to Not Sick”.

After their Malibu home burned down a few years ago, Ms. Somers and husband Alan Hamel moved into a temporary rental. They were unaware of a black mold infestation in an unfinished downstairs room that spread to the home’s heating and air conditioning ducts.

During the four years they lived in the home, Ms. Somers noticed that her usually healthy husband began getting sick frequently. When the advocate for nutritional eating started experiencing stomach upsets, she decided to investigate and discovered that the black mold was affecting her digestive system and her husband’s sinuses.

At that point Ms. Somers and Hamel immediately left the rental home and both recovered after moving to a healthier residence. After the couple lost all their personal belongings in the fire, Ms. Somers bought all new furnishings and accessories that they had to leave behind rather than risk transporting the mold to their new home.

Fortunately, Ms. Somers’ recovery to full health is allowing her to compete on Dancing with the Stars. The story could have had a much different ending if she had not discovered the toxic mold affecting her and her husband.

Everyone is vulnerable to destructive mold and health issues. Our unique MoldExterm system uses non-invasive methods to remove all traces of mold from your home or office. Safeguard your health by contacting us to schedule a free mold inspection.

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Do Certain Building Materials Promote Mold?

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Mold can grow unnoticed inside the walls of a home or in areas like basements and closets for a long time. The mold spores are tiny and easily inhaled. Living in a home with mold is harmful to anyone and can cause an allergy that occupants did not have previously. To keep your home free of mold it is helpful to understand which materials are more conducive to its growth.

Paper faced gypsum board

Mold thrives on organic material for nutrients. If walls are kept free of moisture, it is not going to be a problem area for mold. Once damage occurs from a roof leak or plumbing problem, some type of NJ Mold Treatement is necessary to prevent future occurrences of mold. Areas like your tub and shower should not have any paper faced gypsum board. Use cement board, mortar, or some type of non-paper faced gypsum in these areas.

Wood

The dark corners of a damp basement or crawl space are ideal environments for mold to grow unnoticed. Minor plumbing leaks can saturate insulation and provide the moisture mold needs to flourish in obscure areas of your home. It is important to replace old pipes before they start to leak. Replacing damaged wood in these difficult to reach areas can be very expensive.

One of the best things you can do to prevent mold problems in your home is to have a thorough inspection done by one of the NJ Mold Treatement experts from Stern Mold. If mold is present, our experts will consult with you on the best method to safely treat it and prevent it from coming back.

 

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Can You Sell Your Home With Mold Inside

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Can You Sell It?

Can You Sell It?

How would you feel if you found the house of your dreams and it turned out to have mold? The answer to that question should be your guide if you are putting your house up for sale and discover a mold infestation. It can be done ethically and successfully, but only if you take responsibility for addressing the problem immediately.

Drawbacks of Selling a House with Mold

People today have a greater awareness of the health dangers associated with mold. They are not going to take a chance on buying a house affected by mold, especially if they have or are planning to have children.

The problem also has financial ramifications. Potential buyers are not going to  take on the cost of NJ mold treatment when they can find houses without mold for the same price or even less.

Legal consequences are an even more serious matter. You could be facing a major lawsuit if you sell your home and mold is detected immediately afterwards.

Steps for Dealing with a Mold Problem

The sooner you’re aware of a mold problem, the better. Make it a point to regularly inspect your home for signs of mold, paying particular attention to damp areas such as bathrooms and basements.

If you do discover mold, have a professional conduct a thorough removal. Document all activities related to the mold disposal to protect yourself from charges that you ignored the situation.

Our proprietary MoldExterm NJ mold treatment method is less costly and intrusive than remediation. In addition, it works to reduce the moisture problem that caused the mold in the first place. Contact us to schedule a free inspection.

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Black Mold Do It Yourself? Are You Really Ready to Undertake It?

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You’ve just discovered a patch of fungi that looks suspiciously like black mold in your home or business. Its ability to multiply rapidly means you have to take immediate action to avoid health dangers such as upper respiratory illnesses.

If the infestation is on a non-porous surface, you might attempt a course of do-it-yourself mold treatment. Here are some tips to make removal more effective.

Safety First

Mask off the affected area with plastic sheeting to prevent spores from dispersing further into the home or building. Protect yourself by wearing a dust mask, gloves and goggles.

Bleach Method

Fill one spray bottle with a mixture of eight ounces of bleach to one gallon of water and another with clear, warm water. Saturate the mold patch with the bleach solution, using paper towels or rags to scrub the area. Change scrubbing cloths frequently and dispose of them immediately in a plastic garbage bag. Rinse the area well with the clear water.

Natural Mold Removal Solutions

  • Tea tree oil or grapefruit seed extract can be mixed with water and applied to the mold without rinsing.
  • Spray undiluted vinegar onto the infestation, allowing it to set without rinsing.
  • Scrub the area with a mixture of baking soda and water. This method is a good follow-up to the vinegar treatment.

Post-Treatment Cleanup

Vacuum the affected area and dispose of the filters in a garbage bag with any soiled cloths. Wash your clothes immediately.

In most cases, it’s best not to take any chances with mold. Let our trained technicians provide effective mold treatment and cleanup with a minimum of inconvenience to you and your family or employees.

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The Anatomy of Mold

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Mold Anatomy

Mold Anatomy

If you happen to live in a New Jersey, you may find that your home is more at-risk for the detrimental effects of mold due to our periodically damp climate. Mold is often a quiet predator, lurking in dark, damp spaces and wreaking a silent havoc on your home’s structural integrity.

Some things to know about mold include:

Moisture is the Culprit

Moisture can facilitate the growth of mold in and around your home and business. The best description of mold is that it is a furry, dark fungus that thrives in dark, moist spaces. With so many nooks and crannies in the constructs of your home and building, there are numerous alluring places for mold to grow.

What to Do If You Suspect You Have Mold

When you suspect that your home or building has become a breeding ground for mold, contact professionals for mold treatment services. Don’t delay action; breathing in mold spores can cause respiratory issues and illness among those living and working in the building. Feel like your allergies are acting up? Be sure that it isn’t the repercussions of mold growth in your home.

What Can Happen?

In addition to the health complications that can be caused, the consequences of mold extend to your primary investment: your home or building. Mold can compromise the integrity of your building’s structure, which over time, can result in deterioration and rot.

If your property is in NJ, NYC, or Long Island, you are in luck. Stern Mold provides services to these areas for anyone who is concerned about mold. Contact our team at www.SternMold.com for more information and a free mold inspection.

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