Mold in attic

Mold, Your Home & Your Health

By now, you have probably heard that mold can be a health hazard.  This is especially true for infants, the elderly, and those suffering from chronic disease or autoimmune conditions. Mold is common in nature.  The average person is frequently exposed to a variety of mold spores.  Outdoor mold spore concentrations are typically non-threatening.  Indoor…

Raccoon

ATTIC INFESTATIONS ARE DANGEROUS

Raccoons, Squirrels, and Other Unwelcome Visitors to Your Attic! That scampering noise, late at night… is it on the roof? Or in the attic? You should be sure. Raccoons, squirrels, birds and other vermin are notorious for nesting in attics.  And in spring, it can grow from just a few critters to full family of…

attic stairs

Attic Stairs Insulation

Are Your Pull-Down Attic Stairs Costing You Cash?  Did you know that uninsulated pull-down attic stairs can reduce the overall performance of your attic insulation? It’s true! For example, if you have a 1000 sq. ft. attic with an R value of R-38, and you have uninsulated attic stairs, you effectively drop your overall R-value…