Humidity control starts with knowing your numbers. That’s why we leave a hygrometer behind after every All Clear treatment—so our clients can continue monitoring their indoor environment long after we leave. Living on the coast comes with plenty of advantages, but managing moisture inside a home can be an ongoing challenge. Coastal air frequently carries a significant amount of moisture, and that moisture doesn't necessarily stay outdoors. Understanding relative humidity (RH)—and learning how...

When homeowners discover mold—or suspect it—they often ask the same question: "Can we test for it?" The answer is yes. In fact, there are several different types of mold tests available today. But understanding what each test is designed to tell you is just as important as the results themselves. At All Clear Mold & Pathogen Solutions Inc., we use laboratory testing when it helps answer a specific question. However, we also spend a great deal of time explaining what testing cannot tell us....

Have you ever walked into a bathroom, laundry room, or kitchen and noticed a musty smell—but couldn't find any visible mold? The culprit may be hiding in plain sight. One of the most overlooked sources of mold, bacteria, and unpleasant odours in a home is the humble drain. It's Not Just Hair and Soap Scum Every drain in your home gradually develops a thin layer of organic material on its interior surfaces. This layer is known as biofilm. Biofilm is a sticky community of...