Information on mold and mildew

Do you get mold, mildew or just plain yucky gunk that stains your bathroom or kitchen grout? It’s a pretty common problem. Some elbow grease combined with a few common household items can get rid of the stains, making your grout look brand new.

What you’ll need includes:

• White vinegar;
• Baking soda;
• A scrub brush;
• Rubber gloves; and
• A steam cleaner.

The video shows exactly how to get rid of the grout. If you don’t see the video appear right away, hang tight … it will load in just a couple seconds.

Mold can be a serious threat to your home and health, and getting rid of it can be expensive.

In Texas, a “hidden camera reporter” tracked some questionable companies in the San Antonio who claimed to remove mold, but didn’t even know what mold was. Others claimed that services were needed, but bona fide inspectors determined that the remediation was not necessary.

The investigation revealed that licensed mold removal specialists are less likely to rip you off.

The video may take a few seconds to load, but is definitely worth reviewing if you are considering hiring a mold removal company.

Following a storm, exposure to the bacteria from mold and mildew can lead to serious health problems. Make sure that the inside of your home is completely dry after a storm and use disinfectant to remove any bacteria from the wet area.

Remove mildew as soon as you see it. Mildew is unsightly. If it is allowed to grow, it can damage the surfaces in your bathroom and can be harmful to your health.

In six easy steps, you can get rid of the mildew.

Mildew grows in dampness. Having cool air and a dehumidifier can help get stop the growth of mildew.

A pastor in Kansas has refused to let a woman and her daughter out of a lease despite serious mold problems.

Mold can be created from leaky pipes. The best way to test for mold is to get a kit. After using the kit, you send the samples to a lab. If you are having serious trouble with a landlord because of mold issues, have your doctor write a note, based on the lab results, about the health risk you are dealing with.