We purchased a home in 2014 after six years of renting. Here are some reflections on the hunt for a safe house. I have learned to trust my instincts when it comes to purchasing a home. I learned this lesson the hard way 15 years ago while searching for a home in Colorado. (Read our…
Toxic Mold and Possessions
It has been nearly seven years since we vacated our home. We treated it like a fire and brought nothing with us. (Read our toxic mold saga here.) It seemed like a radical move at the time. Had a toxicologist and medical doctor not advised us, we would have brought our belongings with us. After our recent…
Toxic Mold and Electromagnetic Radiation
Is there a connection between mold toxins that flourish in a water damaged indoor environment and electromagnetic radiation? Electric and magnetic fields (EMFs) are invisible areas of energy, often referred to as radiation, characterized by wavelength or frequency. These fields are categorized as follows: 1. Non-ionizing Low-level radiation which is generally perceived as harmless to humans,…
Toxic Mold Illness Studies
Can exposure to toxic mold cause health issues? Is there a link between water-damaged buildings and neurological dysfunction, sinus and respiratory problems, and other chronic health conditions? When seeking medical treatment, many mold-exposed individuals are met with skepticism by physicians. Family members or loved ones may dismiss the connection. The document linked below offers a…
How to Choose a Mold Remediation Company
Looking to remediate your home, office or apartment? Wondering how to choose a mold remediation company? Water damage can lead to serious mold problems which in turn can cause serious health issues. Sometimes remediation is not the best solution when the damage is systemic or the health of the occupants is severely compromised. (See the…
How to Interpret ERMI Mold Tests
The ERMI (Environmental Relative Moldiness Index) test is a dust sampling analysis offered by several labs to evaluate the health of a building. ERMI uses a DNA-based method for identifying 36 different species of mold. Labs currently offering this test include: EMSL Analytical ($172-$350 plus shipping ) EMLab P&K (call the lab for pricing) EnviroBiomics…
