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Category Archives: Mold

All of Our Products Are EPA Registered and We Are OSHA Compliant; Find Out What That Means Here

When you use any of our services here at ProCare Restoration, you know that you’re going with a solid restoration company. Whether you’re using our services for Chicago fire restoration, flood restoration, foundation repair, hardwood installation, mold removal and remediation, sewage backup repair, or water damage repair, you can breathe easy knowing that none of […]

What You Need to Know About Black Mold

A lot of people call into ProCare restoration very concerned about black mold. Some read about it online and get themselves good and scared before finally contacting us. But how can you distinguish the facts from the fear mongering? Well we’re here to help. Here’s everything you need to know about black mold.

Is There Mold Growing in Your Attic?

At ProCare Restoration we’ve had many customers who had no idea that mold was growing in their attic. That is, they had no idea until it had infiltrated so many areas of the home that it was making them sick.

5 Signs That You Need an Air Test

You may have heard about air tests from mold remediation companies or online and wondered if an air test is the right option for you. With all the misinformation and confusion out there, we at ProCare Restoration would like to lay out the facts for you in a straightforward way. First, we’ll explain what an air […]

Hardwood vs Carpet: The Mold Factor

As mold remediation experts, we at ProCare Restoration take the mold factor very seriously when considering whether to choose hardwood flooring or carpeting. From the perspective of our years of experience, the answer is obvious for a few reasons.

Why to Beware of Store-Bought Mold Removal Products

At ProCare restoration we hear a lot of interesting things from our customers. The one thing that plagues us the most though, is that people are still using store-bought mold removal products and are surprised when they don’t work.

Removing Mold Yourself: The Danger

When you find a patch of mold in your home, particularly a small one, it can be tempting to try to remove it yourself to save money. In the long run though, it will only cost you more, both financially and mentally.

Flood-Stricken Southern Illinois School Reopens

Shawnee High School, a public school in southern Illinois, has finally reopened after a weeklong closure due to flooding. They weren’t the only area to be affected by this historic winter flooding, though.

Mold Can Infest Your Body

Have you ever had a sinus infection? Well studies have shown that there’s a 90% chance that your infection was caused by mold. Yes, mold can even enter your body and make itself at home there. This adds a whole new level of fear upon finding mold in your home.

So You Had Your Mold Remediated. Now What?

If you just had your mold remediated, your first instinct may be to throw a party. We strongly encourage following that instinct. However, we also recommend some additional actions, post-remediation, in order to ensure that mold doesn’t infest your home again. Mold is as strong as it is stubborn, so don’t make the mistake of […]