Is Your New Home Exposing You to Harmful VOCs?
Homes today are being built with greater and greater energy efficiency. In the interest of lower utility bills, we are finding ways to keep the air we’ve heated or cooled inside. Things like spray foam insulation, better window construction, and better building...
What to Do About Mold on Windows
Mold on windows is a common yet serious issue that homeowners should address promptly. Not only can mold damage the structural integrity of your windows, but it can also pose significant health risks. At Biosweep of Alabama, we specialize in mold removal and...
How a Crawl Space Affects a Home
Do you get symptoms like headaches and allergies, seemingly at random? Is there a lingering odor in your home that you just can’t locate, like mold or mustiness? Are there spots in your home that always feel damp? Your crawl space may be affecting your home more than...
What Does Mold Smell Like?
Mold has a distinctive smell that many describe as musty, damp, or earthy. Imagine the scent of wet socks, decaying wood, or the ground under a pile of fallen leaves. It can also have sour or tangy notes, similar to fermenting alcohol or rotting food. These odors are...
Why Ozone Generators Don’t Work
When you’re dealing with a lingering smell in your home—whether from smoke, pets, cooking, or water damage—the promise of an ozone generator can sound like a miracle solution. Just plug it in, let it run, and supposedly, your odor problems vanish. But here’s the...
What Kills Black Mold on Concrete?
Black mold can be an unsightly and concerning problem, especially when it appears on concrete surfaces like driveways, patios, or basement walls. Fortunately, bleach is a simple solution for killing black mold on concrete. However, while bleach works well for...
Does Mold Damage Wood?
Mold is a common problem for homeowners, especially when it comes to wood surfaces. While mold growth on wood may start as a cosmetic issue, it can quickly become a serious structural problem if left untreated. If you understand how mold affects wood at a scientific...
Why Bleach Does Not Kill Mold For Good
Mold is a persistent issue for many homeowners, especially in humid regions like Alabama. Its presence is not just an unsightly nuisance but a clear sign of a deeper problem—water intrusion. Many people turn to bleach as a quick fix, assuming it will eliminate mold...
Can a Dehumidifer Stop Mold?
Homeowners dealing with mold problems often wonder if a dehumidifier can provide a simple solution. Unfortunately, the answer is generally no. While dehumidifiers can help reduce humidity levels and make conditions less conducive to mold growth, they are not a...
How to Safely Clean Up Mold
Mold is more than just an unsightly problem — it’s potentially dangerous. Mold can cause structural damage to your home and trigger severe health issues, such as respiratory problems, skin irritation, and allergic reactions. While it may be tempting to address mold...