When you discover mold in your home, fast and thorough removal is essential to prevent its rapid spread and related health issues. “Proper mold remediation involves removing the active colony, roots, ...

Mold can appear in all kinds of places in the home—while it's most commonly found in damper spots like bathrooms or basements, it can also appear in HVAC units, carpeting, and even inside the walls.

Use safer, effective cleaners over bleach. Wear protective gear and choose the right method. Prevent mold’s return by drying and ventilating properly. Mold can wreak absolute havoc on not only your ...

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Matt Fuchs lives in Maryland and writes about health, science, and technology. Matt Fuchs lives in Maryland and writes about health, science, and technology. In the early 1990s, the U.S. was shocked ...

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Ever notice a slimy pink or reddish film on your shower walls and grout lines? This sticky substance — often called pink mold — is usually found in warm, moist environments that lack proper ...