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Hazards of Excess Moisture

Hazards of Excess Moisture

No structure or human is immune to the negative effects of high humidity and the hazards of excess moisture.  Your home & contents, commercial structures, mechanical & manufacturing processes, archives & storage as well as your health suffer from the...

Humidity Problems Are Cause for Concern

Humidity Problems Are Cause for Concern

Excess moisture is a concern in any home. For one, it creates an environment in which allergens and potentially toxic substances thrive. From that, a variety of health problems can emerge. Common responses include irritation to the eyes, skin, nose, throat, and lungs...

Don’t Replace the Floors!

Don’t Replace the Floors!

Without a doubt, one of the most frequent (and frantic) calls I receive is from  homeowners having issues with cupping wood floors. All too often, folks believe faulty installation is to blame. But in southern climates, excess moisture is a common culprit. Excess...

Improve Indoor Air Quality

Improve Indoor Air Quality

If you live in a climate with high humidity, excess moisture in your home can create many issues, including mold and fungi, and this can lead to poor health and poor indoor air quality. According to the mayo clinic, one of the leading causes of allergies and chronic...

Why Does My House Smell Musty?

Why Does My House Smell Musty?

Musty smells are the result of active mold spores in your home. Often, this is due to excess moisture brought on by high indoor relative humidity. In highly humid climates, particularly in the Southeastern United States, h Mold leads to musty odors. Some molds eat the...