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Mold Inspection

5 Signs You Need a Professional Mold Inspection

John Skelly April 22, 2021
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 …
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mold inspections

What Are the Benefits of Mold Inspections?

John Skelly April 12, 2021
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 …
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asbestos inspection

The Warning Signs of Asbestos in Your Home

John Skelly February 22, 2021
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 …
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mold inspection

Should I Get a Mold Inspection When Buying a New Home?

John Skelly January 2, 2021
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 …
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mold inspection

5 Signs That Tell You It’s Time to Get a Mold Inspection

John Skelly December 19, 2020
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 …
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home inspection mold inspection

A Home Inspection vs. A Mold Inspection

John Skelly October 6, 2020
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. …
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Water Damage Assessment

Is poor drainage to blame for your mold?

John Skelly June 17, 2020
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 …
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Mold Vacation Home

Does Your Vacation House Have Mold?

John Skelly May 30, 2020
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 …
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Summer Mold Prevention

Summer Mold Prevention Tips

John Skelly May 10, 2020
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 …
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Reasons to consider mold inspection

Reasons To Consider Mold Testing

John Skelly April 22, 2020
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 …
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questions about mold

Quick Answers to Questions About Mold

John Skelly April 13, 2020
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 …
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Springtime Mold Prevention Tips

John Skelly March 19, 2020
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 …
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Webinar

Live Webinar – Association of Respiratory Health Effects/Dampness and Mold In Schools

John Skelly March 1, 2020
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 …
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What People Say About HNST Mold Inspections

John Skelly February 26, 2020
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 …
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What does black mold look like?

What Does Black Mold Look Like?

John Skelly February 19, 2020
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 …
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Preparing for your mold inspection

Preparing For Mold Inspection

John Skelly February 13, 2020
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 …
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mold

HNST Mold Inspections

John Skelly February 7, 2020
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 …
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questions about mold

Four Common Questions About Mold

John Skelly January 22, 2020
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 …
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Christmas Trees and Mold

John Skelly January 15, 2020
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, …
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What Employers Should Know About Mold

What Employers Should Know About Mold

John Skelly November 8, 2019
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 …
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hidden signs of mold

Hidden Signs Of Mold

John Skelly October 26, 2019
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 …
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mold

Five things you should know about mold

John Skelly October 16, 2019
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, …
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avoid mold in storage units

Avoid Mold In Storage Units

John Skelly September 27, 2019
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. …
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September - National Preparedness Month

September – National Preparedness Month

John Skelly September 23, 2019
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 …
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mold and moisture

Mold and Moisture Problems: Preventing them in your home

John Skelly August 23, 2019
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 …
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How Much Does Mold Inspection Cost?

John Skelly August 21, 2019
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 …
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Mold exposure symptoms

Symptoms of Mold Exposure

John Skelly July 20, 2019
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 …
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vacation home indoor air quality

Vacation Home Indoor Air Quality

John Skelly July 12, 2019
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 …
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New Home - Pre-Purchase Mold Inspection

New Home – Pre-Purchase Mold Inspection

John Skelly June 15, 2019
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 …
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Healthy Homes Month

June is National Healthy Homes Month!

John Skelly June 8, 2019
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 …
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Memorial Day 2019

John Skelly May 25, 2019
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 …
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preparing for mold testing

Preparing for Mold Testing

John Skelly April 25, 2019
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 …
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Mold Inspection

Upcoming Webinar Flood-Damaged Homes: Approaches to Effective Decontamination, Cleaning and Drying Hosted by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

John Skelly April 2, 2019
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 …
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sneaky places mold hides

Sneaky Places Mold Hides In Your Home

John Skelly March 29, 2019
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 …
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spring tips for preventing mold

Spring Tips for Preventing Mold

John Skelly March 9, 2019
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 …
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ERMI Test

ERMI Mold Testing

John Skelly February 28, 2019
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 …
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testing mold because of water damage

Water Damage Assessment after Burst Pipes

John Skelly February 16, 2019
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 …
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dehumidifier

Tips for Maintaining your Dehumidifier

John Skelly January 31, 2019
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 …
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Winter Mold Allergies & Symptoms

Winter Mold Allergies & Symptoms

John Skelly January 18, 2019
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 …
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Happy New Year!

John Skelly December 29, 2018
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 …
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Tips For Preventing Mold Growth In The Winter

John Skelly December 12, 2018
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 …
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How Quickly Does Mold Grow After Water Damage?

John Skelly November 29, 2018
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 …
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Mold Inspections

Mold Testing vs Mold Inspection

John Skelly November 12, 2018
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 …
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Home inspection

Is your Home Inspector qualified to do the job?

John Skelly November 3, 2018
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 …
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mold

What to expect from a Mold Test

John Skelly October 16, 2018
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. …
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mold in schools

Mold In Schools

John Skelly September 25, 2018
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 …
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Protect your home from rainy season

Protect Your Home From Mold During Rainy Seasons

John Skelly September 18, 2018
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 …
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mold

Mold vs Mildew

John Skelly August 23, 2018
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 …
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3 Ways to Prevent Attic Mold

3 Ways to Prevent Attic Mold

John Skelly August 9, 2018
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 …
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Mold exposure symptoms

Mold Exposure Symptoms

John Skelly July 19, 2018
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 …
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burst pipe water damage

Burst Pipe & Water Damage

John Skelly July 10, 2018
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 …
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Reduce humidity in your home

Reduce Humidity In Your Home

John Skelly June 30, 2018
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 …
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NHHM18

National Healthy Homes Month

John Skelly June 7, 2018
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 …
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Reduce humidity in your home

Summer Tips to Prevent Mold

John Skelly May 29, 2018
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 …
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Mold Inspection

HNST Mold Inspections- We’re more than Mold Inspection

John Skelly May 23, 2018
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 …
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Moisture, mold,

Viable vs. Nonviable Mold

John Skelly April 23, 2018
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 …
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Licensed Mold Assessors, Mold Inspection

Four things you should know about Mold Inspection

John Skelly April 23, 2018
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 …
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Healthy Environment

Upcoming Webinar: Asthma 101

John Skelly March 28, 2018
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 …
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What Customers Say About HNST Mold Inspections

John Skelly March 10, 2018
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 …
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mold inspection

Can you Smell Mold?

John Skelly February 27, 2018
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 …
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when it rains, it molds?

When it Rains, it Molds?

John Skelly February 19, 2018
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 …
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dehumidifier

Use your dehumidifier properly

John Skelly January 29, 2018
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 …
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Reliable Mold Inspections NY

HNST Mold Inspections – Experience, Quality of Expertise, Personalized Service

John Skelly January 24, 2018
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. …
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Mold Assessor

Thank you for 7 Incredible Years

John Skelly December 27, 2017
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. …
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bathroom mold

Say Goodbye to Bathroom Mold!

John Skelly December 19, 2017
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 …
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Mold

4 Mold Facts You Might Not Know

John Skelly November 29, 2017
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 …
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Best Blog Posts 2017

Our Top Blog Posts of 2017

John Skelly November 7, 2017
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 …
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Homeowners insurance

Does Your Homeowners Insurance Cover Mold?

John Skelly October 17, 2017
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, …
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Water Damage Assessment

Water Damage Assessments for Rainwater Damage

John Skelly September 26, 2017
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 …
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Moisture, mold,

Whats the deal with mold anyway?

John Skelly September 5, 2017
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 …
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Reliable Mold Inspections NY

Reliable Mold Inspections in New York

John Skelly August 26, 2017
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 …
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Mold In the News

Mold In The News

John Skelly August 11, 2017
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 …
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New York NYS Licensed Mold Assessor

NYS Licensed Mold Assessor Responsibilities

John Skelly July 28, 2017
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 …
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mold in your basement

Is there Mold in your Basement?

John Skelly July 15, 2017
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 …
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Allergies?

Allergies? Consider Allergen Testing

John Skelly June 24, 2017
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 …
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vacation home

Checking for Mold in Your Vacation Home

John Skelly June 10, 2017
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 …
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Memorial Day Weekend

Memorial Day Weekend Preparation

John Skelly May 26, 2017
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 …
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Moisture, mold,

Controlling Moisture – Reducing Mold Risk

John Skelly May 13, 2017
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 …
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Home inspection

Our Mission: Ensure you are taken care of

John Skelly April 29, 2017
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 …
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mold

Top 10 Mold Facts

John Skelly April 15, 2017
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 …
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Healthy Environment

Providing a Healthy Environment for our Children

John Skelly March 21, 2017
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 …
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HNST Mold Inspections

In this business, experience counts!

John Skelly March 15, 2017
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 …
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Training

What training is required of my Licensed Mold Assessor?

John Skelly February 25, 2017
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 …
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Licensed Mold Assessors, Mold Inspection

NYS Licensed Mold Assessors: What You Should Know

John Skelly February 11, 2017
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. …
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New York NYS Licensed Mold Assessor

Preventing Conflict of Interest

John Skelly January 21, 2017
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 …
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NYS Mold Bill

NYS Mold Bill

John Skelly January 14, 2017
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 …
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compliance with mold law

Compliance with the Mold Program

John Skelly December 24, 2016
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. …
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NYDOL Certificate

Breaking Down the Mold Program

John Skelly December 10, 2016
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 …
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Test your mold knowledge

Test your mold knowledge

John Skelly November 28, 2016
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 …
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mold check

Easy 4 step mold check

John Skelly November 12, 2016
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 …
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Moisture causing mold in house

Mold, Moisture and your home

John Skelly October 24, 2016
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 …
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Mold in Home

Black Mold and Insurance Claims

John Skelly October 12, 2016
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 …
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Immune System

Exposing young Children to bacteria

John Skelly September 21, 2016
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 …
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Environmental Protection Agency

FREE EPA Webinar

John Skelly September 21, 2016
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 …
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mold in attic

Preventing Mold in your Attic

John Skelly August 24, 2016
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 …
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bleach for mold

Will Bleach solve my mold problem?

John Skelly August 10, 2016
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 …
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Content Image

This is a Test Post

John Skelly August 9, 2016
Save a life. Test for mold.
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homeowners insurance

Home Owners Insurance & Mold   

John Skelly July 27, 2016
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. …
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aquarium mold

Pets and Mold

John Skelly July 13, 2016
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, …
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pre-purchase mold inspection

Pre-Purchase Mold Inspection

John Skelly June 22, 2016
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 …
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