Efflorescence
Efflorescence is sometimes confused for mold growth in basements. While it doesn't pose the same concerns that microbial growth does, it is an indication of moisture requiring attention and repair maintenance. Green Building Advisor posts more information and offers some solutions....
Insurance Advice from Consumer Reports
Consumer Reports published the following regarding insurance companies' approved contractors: "Richards thought he could rely on the insurer’s approved contractor. But he says the contractor did shoddy work, didn’t get proper permits, and took three months to finish work that was supposed to take three weeks...
Fungal Ecology
There is a lot of information available addressing mold in the indoor environment. Mold is naturally occurring in our world and is relatively harmless at low levels. Mold becomes problematic when high concentrations of mold spore proliferate in the indoor environment. Normal fungal ecology represents...