Catalyst Mold Solutions

Technology advances have changed the way our homes operate. From voice activated lights to smart-phone controlled thermostats, we've taken being comfortable in our homes to a whole new level. One big advance is in more energy-efficient homes. While they're great for cutting down on your electric bill, there are some disadvantages. Unfortunately, these energy efficient homes don't help with mold prevention in Southwest Florida. Energy-Efficient Homes  Who doesn't want to conserve more energy? It lowers your utility bills and makes it easier to keep your home at your desired temperature level. These "energy-efficient" homes are very well-insulated to help keep the heat or cold from escaping outside. The only problem is that sometimes that insulation does it's job too well. Having better insulation comes with the price of poor ventilation. Moisture Control  In a regular home, air circulation allows for any accumulated moisture to dry pretty quickl...

You likely don't give mold much thought other than getting rid of it. Mold is actually much more complex and interesting than it may seem. Today's blog from Southwest Florida's best mold company offers some fun facts about mold that you may not know! Mold Fun Facts  How many of these mold facts have you heard before? Mold is just one in 200,000 fungal species, and there are more than 100,000 individual species of mold.  Only 5 of the 100,000 species of mold are found indoors.  Outdoors, mold exists nearly everywhere!  Mold has to have moisture to thrive.  Mold can start growing in less than two days in the right conditions.  While mold and mildew are related, they are not the same thing. Mildew only grows on surfaces, and is easier to eliminate than mold.  Mold is very colorful, and while we see a lot of black mold, it can be white, orange or green as well.  Mold constantly multiplies to live and that drive allows the fungus to...

You've got mold in your home. You called a professional mold company in Cape Coral . Now what? When it comes to removing mold from your home, there are several different steps that a Florida mold remediation company will take. Keep reading to learn more about what to expect during the mold remediation process. 1. Assess the Situation.  The first step in the mold remediation process is to assess the situation. Where is the mold located? How big of an area has it affected? Once your mold professional has seen the area, a plan can be made for how to proceed. Depending on how large the affected area is, a different approach to remediation will be used. In some major cases, the family may need to relocate while the project is being completed. 2. Remove the Mold.  Any wet or mold-damaged porous material will need to be removed. If mold has taken up residence on a piece of drywall or sheet rock, that material will need to be removed. Sometimes the mold is contained to a s...

Mold is something that no one wants to have growing in their home. In most cases, mold is hidden from plain sight, so how do you know when you might have a problem? Today's blog from Catalyst Mold Solutions offers some signs that indicate you might want to hire someone to conduct a Florida mold inspection in your home. 1. Is That Mold?  If you think you see mold in your home, but aren't quite sure if it's actually mold or not, consider a mold inspection. A professional mold company in Florida will be able to determine if mold is your problem, and if it is, they will be able to get rid of it for you. 2. What's that Smell?  If you smell a musty odor, it could possibly be mold. If you don't see any visible mold, it could be hiding behind the walls, under the carpet, etc. Mold testing can identify if mold really is the issue causing that musty smell in your home. 3. Why Do I Feel Sick? One common issue with mold is that people experience allergy sym...