September 2009
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Be On The Lookout For Mold - chapter 2
Mold is usually found where humidity and moisture levels are high, such as basements, kitchens and bathrooms. Leaky pipes, roofs or windows can also become a breeding ground for mold.
It is important to understand that standard homeowner’s policies specifically exclude water damage such as mold, rust, rot and mildew, and only cover such occurrences on a limited basis if they are a result of...
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Be On The Lookout For Mold - chapter 1
As a homeowner, you know how important it is to protect your investment. If there is mold growing inside your home, there could be more to the problem than you think. Musty smells and watermarks on walls and ceilings are early signs that fungus is developing and if left untreated, structural damage can occur.
It is important to keep the areas prone to mold clean and dry. The most effective ways...
How to Prevent Carbon Monoxide Poisoning
Your furnace—and any heater that burns fuel—can leak carbon monoxide. Although it is a natural byproduct of the incomplete combustion that makes your furnace work, carbon monoxide can be deadly. The Centers for Disease Control estimates it leads to the deaths of more than 500 Americans each year.
-Carbon Monoxide is odorless, colorless and tasteless.
-You cannot distinguish carbon monoxide in...