Home insurance may cover mold damage when the mold was caused by a sudden and accidental insured event, such as a burst pipe, appliance leak, or storm-related water entry. It usually does not cover mold caused by long-term leaks, poor maintenance, ongoing humidity, basement seepage, or delayed repairs. For Toronto homeowners, landlords, condo owners, and […]

 You found mold on backside of your  drywall. Now the next question you have in mind will be Can I clean this or should I remove and replace the drywall? Yes, black mold can sometimes be removed from drywall if the growth is small and only on the surface. However, drywall absorbs moisture easily, which […]

Summary – Risks of improper mold remediation Improper mold remediation can create serious health and property risks if professional standards are not followed. When mold removal is performed without containment, filtration, or proper material removal, mold spores can spread throughout a building and contaminate previously unaffected areas. Industry guidelines such as the ANSI/IICRC S520 Standard […]