Did you know that mold can cause health issues, such as a stuffy nose, wheezing, red and itchy eyes, and other respiratory effects? If you …
Mold is a type of fungus that can creep into your home unnoticed. This happens because mold is a small organism that is a lightweight …
Did you know that asbestos is a mineral fiber that you can find in soil and rocks? Although it occurs naturally in nature, it can turn …
Did you know that the average home is valued at $263,351 in the United States?
If you’re on the hunt for a new home, you’re going …
Our homes are the biggest investment we are likely to make in our lifetime, with the United States median home price at $320,000 as of …
In the process of closing a sale on a home, a buyer hires a home inspector to look for damages that could affect its value. …
There are many different ways that structures such as homes and offices can be affected by moisture. One of the prime ways that moisture gets …
Like many in the NY/NJ area, people are starting to pack up and head to the beach as summer begins. Whether you’ve driven down the …
Summer weather came in like a bang with its heat, humidity and inevitably thunderstorms will come rolling in. When heat and moisture come together this …
Mold testing is one of those services that some naturally add to their spring cleaning checklist. There are multiple reasons to consider mold testing for …
Answering people’s questions is just part of the job when it comes to Mold Inspection. Once we’re in someone’s home, they open up and start …
Spring is upon us and now the long winter has passed. This is a time that homeowners use for cleaning, organizing and getting their home …
Join the Federal Interagency Committee on Indoor Air Quality (CIAQ) on Wednesday, March 11, 2020. At this meeting, one of the topics of the presentation …
At HNST Mold Inspections we are thrilled to get feedback that we performed another fantastic job for our clients. Although we are humble and strive …
Most people know what mold looks like, we’ve seen it growing on food long expired in our fridge. However, for the average person, determining if …
Preparing for a mold inspection is easy. For proper lab results and readings to be as accurate as possible, certain things are necessary but not …
HNST Mold Inspections has been servicing the New York and New Jersey areas for over a decade. As a small business, our number one goal …
In order to successfully deal with mold problems its important to be well informed on the causes, risks and action steps that need to be …
The holiday season has just ended, and you might have already taken down your tree and pulled it to the curb. If you haven’t already, …
Employers need to act quickly if they find or suspect mold is in their building. Step one is calling a professional mold inspector to perform …
Damp basement, abandoned home and musty garage. These three places have one thing in common: the potential for mold growth. When present in any of …
As a mold inspector, HNST Mold Inspections visit many homes and offices investigating suspected mold. There are always different reasons for someone to call us, …
Whether you’re in-between homes, or just need some extra space to stash your belongings, many people turn to storage units to store their extra items. …
Each September the EPA takes steps to educate Americans on the importance of being prepared for disasters in their homes, communities, and businesses. Here at …
Because mold is a normal part of the environment inside of your home, it is impossible to avoid or get rid of mold altogether. What …
Smelling the moist, mildew smell that means there might be mold in your home is scary. You know that it is important for you to …
Although we are continually exposed to mold in our everyday environments, being allergic to mold or exposure to a lot of molds can elicit certain …
This time of year, many are flocking to their vacation homes, cottages and shore houses. Just as with our homes, your vacation home may have …
This time of year omes are selling left and right. Whether in Newberg, NY or Montclair, NJ, there is no doubt the housing market is …
June is National Healthy Homes Month. During the month of June, the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) along with the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban …
HNST Mold Inspections wishes you a safe and enjoyable Memorial Day 2019. We know you will be spending the weekend spring cleaning and preparing for …
Finding mold in your home can be quite unnerving. One of the first things you’ll probably do is call a Mold Inspector for a Mold …
At HNST Mold Inspection we like to keep you up to date when it comes to the world of Mold. Please consider joining in this …
On our blog, we usually talk about the easy places that you can find or spot mold in your home. Mold is easy to spot …
Spring is an exciting time of celebration that the long winter has passed. Many homeowners take spring as a time for cleaning, organizing and getting …
When some level of mold is expected in your home, Environmental Relative Moldiness Index (ERMI) Testing is recommended. Remember mold can be hidden and isn’t …
With freezing temperatures in the winter months in the tri-state area, burst pipes are a common occurrence. Burst pipes lead to flooding, water damage, and …
Having an excess of moisture in your home or workplace can increase the risk of mold growth. Dehumidifiers are a great solution for making sure …
During the winter months, there is increased concern about mold growth in the home. Due to the fact that windows are mostly closed and the …
2018 is just about behind us and HNST Mold Inspections wants to take a moment to thank all of our customers that put their trust …
Protecting your home from mold growth is important year round. There are things you can do during the nicer months such as checking around the …
Experiencing an unexpected water event in your home is a problem no homeowner looks forward to dealing with. Either from a flood, leaks in the …
At HNST Mold Inspections, we offer different services depending on our customer’s needs and requirements. One question we get a lot is about the difference …
Congratulations! You’re in the process of buying a new home if you’ve landed yourself here, probably trying to find a home inspector and wondering what …
If you have a suspicion that there is mold in your home or office, you may be researching mold testing, which has brought you here. …
Perhaps you’ve seen the following stories on the news:
Students at New School Dorm Relocated due to Mold
Paideia School 15 closed, evacuated Monday after …
The NY/NJ area sure has been getting a lot of rain this season and it doesn’t look like its stopping any time soon. With the …
Mold and Mildew share many characteristics, but they are vastly different in the way they are prevented, treated and removed. To help you sift through …
Attics are not a place where homeowners spend much time. In fact, you may have never been in your attic! Here’s why you should at …
Exposure to mold in a certain environment can elicit symptoms that are very common to experience. Mold exposure symptoms can present as sinus pain, shortness …
If you’ve never had a water pipe burst in your home, consider yourself lucky. If you have, we feel for you here at HNST Mold …
Summer is unrelenting right now, the temperature is in the high 90’s and humidity is high as well. You’ve probably seen the signs of high …
June is recognized by the U. S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) and The U. S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) as National Healthy …
Summer weather came in like a bang this memorial day weekend. With it came humidity and of course we had a few thunderstorms throughout some …
There is more to the Mold Inspectors job that meets the eye. Many think of mold inspection as a process that they need to go …
Did you know that not all mold is dangerous? In this industry, I know a lot of times when I’m dealing with mold its under …
Did you know that Mold isn’t always visible? That’s right, sometimes, mold doesn’t give us a glaring sign that it’s living among us. In fact, there are …
At HNST, we recognize that one of our customers top concerns is the health and safety of their families. That is why we strive to …
When you’ve got a potentially dangerous situation inside of your home such as an infestation of mold, you don’t take any chances. That’s why most …
Every homeowner or parent wants to make sure that their home is the safest for the people residing inside it. Taking extra time to keep …
Mold grows quickly on and around areas that are continually exposed to moisture. Therefore, if you’ve got a leak or a moisture issue that you …
Attempting to prevent or reduce your exposure to mold starts with an assessment of your home. When it turns moisture issue is being a breeding …
Being in the Mold Inspections business for over 14 years now, some ask why I haven’t expanded and grown into something larger with more employees. …
Dear HNST Family,
Looking forward to 2018, I would be remiss if I didn’t reflect back on the past 7 years since founding HNST Mold Inspections. …
You may have no idea that mold is lurking in your bathroom. Its interesting, mold can be hiding in plain sight and you might not …
Do you or your family members experience sensitivity to exposure to mold? If yes, then it is past time for you to address the mold …
Believe it or not, the new year is right around the corner. We’ve been working hard to give you valuable content through our blog this …
Most of us are grossed out by the fact that mold can grow inside of our homes, and would like to forget it exists altogether, …
With the multitude of tropical storms and natural weather events of record proportion, many are dealing with excess rainwater. Areas around some of the hardest …
This time of year, you may be hearing a lot about mold. It’s mentioned on the DIY channels, in home improvement magazines and you may …
When you find yourself in a situation where Mold was found in your home, it can be stressful to find a reliable company to inspect …
Welcome to another installment of Mold in the news! A story from usnews.com hits home this week as children (and parents) prepare to go back …
Finding mold in your home or place of work can leave you asking yourself many questions, among the first is “who do I call?”. Many …
The basement is a dark, generally unventilated and moisture laden area of most homes. In basements, floods happen, pipes are prone to leakage, humidity is …
You’re hearing it everywhere and from everyone, this allergy season is terrible! When a bad allergy season arrives, sufferers choose to stay inside away from …
July is here and the first weekend we have in the 80s in New Jersey is upon us. Many will be heading to their vacation …
Households in NY/NJ are preparing for Memorial Day Weekend by getting out the patio furniture, life jackets, vests and bathing suits. This time of year, we …
Controlling moisture is one of the key foundations to reducing the risk of mold developing in your home. Mold thrives and grows in a damp …
Many years in the Mold business has taught me many lessons. I realize that when I am out in the field performing New York State …
Its finally Spring and we know you’d rather be out enjoying all that April has to offer than sitting inside on your computer. We’ll keep …
A new report released by the World Health Organization (WHO) recently found that unhealthy environments greatly impact the health of young children under the age …
In our last blog post What training is required of my Licensed Mold Assessor? I mentioned that I wished there was a minimum work requirement in …
Any person who qualifies themselves as an NYS Licensed Mold Assessor must go through training in order to obtain their license. We’ve been asked by …
You may have already heard the buzz, as of January 1st, 2016; there are new rules in New York State on Mold Assessment and Remediation. …
Did you know that the NYS Mold Bill enacted January 1, 2016, helps to prevent conflict of interest? That’s right, the new requirements put into …
If you’ve read our previous blogs regarding the New York State (NYS) Mold Bill such as Breaking Down The Mold Program and Compliance with the Mold Program, you’re …
The new New York Mold program is setting new standards for mold assessments and remediations being carried out by licensed professionals throughout New York State. …
The 2016 Mold Program is responsible for enforcing Article 32 of the New York State Labor Law. Basically, the program establishes licensing requirements and minimum …
You already know how important it is to protect and inspect your home from moisture and mold, but do you know where to look? Test …
Mold can be hiding anywhere! Here is our easy 4 step check for you to perform on your home before winter.
Step 1:
Perform a visible mold …
With the variety of issues facing the environment in 2016 from air pollution to mold many feel as though there is nothing they can do …
If you’ve ever encountered a major problem in your home, one of the first questions you’ve probably asked yourself is “does my homeowners insurance cover …
In today’s world of antibiotic use, hand sanitizing and anti-bacterial soap, is it any wonder that allergies are at an all-time high, and that children’s …
As a mold inspector and assessor, we deal with mold and indoor air quality issues every day. One of our favorite places to go to …
Preventing mold growth and proliferation in your attic is a simple task if the proper time and effort is put into the process. There are …
Finding mold in your home is a scary event, with knowledge that mold is “bad” it is usually first instinct to try to tackle the …
Home Owners throughout the years have found out the hard way that problems they thought would be covered under insurance may not actually be covered. …
Generally speaking, mold is found in certain locations that provide an adequate supply of organic material or moisture. These areas are rooms like your kitchen, …
Homes are selling left and right this time of year, from Newberg, NY to Montclair, NJ, there is no doubt the housing market is hard …