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Advice from Microplastics Removal Experts
Where can I get trusted advice from microplastics experts? As we learn more and more about microplastics and the impact they have on our health many people are asking, who can I turn to to find out about how I can reduce my exposure at home and where can I get trusted advice from microplastics…
Read MoreNew homes with major mold issues
New homes with major mold issues Something I posted here about four years ago is, unfortunately, is still affecting the construction industry in Southern Ontario, https://mapleleafmold.ca/mold-growing-on-…der-construction/ As everyone knows, Toronto and the surrounding area is undergoing a huge building boom, particularly semi and fully detached homes. Stick frame, (using wooden stud and support products), is…
Read MoreToxicity of microplastics in your home
Toxicity of microplastics in your home – Microplastics Pose a Looming Threat to Human Health Microplastics endanger human health, leaching toxins and causing health issues. A typical residential home carries a significant amount of potentially toxic microplastic particles that should be removed through processes and guidelines similar to asbestos abatement. At this time the impacts…
Read MoreMold in your apartment? Landlord may be in breach of maintenance obligations
Mold in your apartment? Landlord may be in Breach of Maintenance obligations This Guideline deals with the responsibility of landlords to maintain residential complexes and rental units and with the appropriate choice of remedies. Section 20 of the Residential Tenancies Act, 2006 (the “RTA“) states as follows: A landlord is responsible for providing and maintaining a residential…
Read MoreKids and lead poisoning
Kids and possible lead poisoning What should you know about your kids and possible lead poisoning. How common is it? Is it really a concern? In short, the answer is a definitive yes, you should be concerned if lead may be present in or outside of your home and you have kids. What is…
Read MoreCan I get a fungal infection from mold?
Can I get a fungal infection from mold? In short, yes you can. Aspergillosis is an infection caused by a type of mold (fungus). The illnesses resulting from aspergillosis infection usually affect the respiratory system, but their signs and severity vary greatly. The mold that triggers the illnesses, aspergillus, is everywhere — indoors and outdoors.…
Read MoreI think I’ve been exposed to Asbestos
I think I’ve been exposed to Asbestos…what should I do? No one wants to find themselves sayin one day, “I think I’ve been exposed to Asbestos”. Perhaps you’ve been working in your older home cleaning up the basement and notice something suspiciously similar to asbestos, maybe a white or grey fibrous material in and around…
Read MoreDid you make the mistake of not having a home inspected for mold?
Did you make the mistake of not having a home inspected for mold? In today’s fast paced real estate market people sometimes make the mistake of not having a home inspected for mold. Did you make the mistake of not having a home inspected for mold? Deals happen so fast and people sometimes cut corners…
Read MoreWhat should I do if I rent and find mold?
What should I do if I rent and find mold? We receive calls on a regular basis from people who rent an apartment or home that will have mold. So what should I do if I rent and find mold? The size of the contaminated area matters The size of the contaminated area determines your…
Read MoreMaple Leaf Mold has been designated as an essential service
Our designation as an essential service has been confirmed Our designation as an essential business has been confirmed. Maple Leaf Services Inc, and its sister company, Maple Leaf Mold has been designated as an essential service by the Province of Ontario during this emergency province wide shutdown, (see Item 13); https://s3.amazonaws.com/files.news.ontario.ca/opo/en/2020/03/list-of-essential-workplaces-2.html Province wide non-essential services…
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