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Is hidden mold at home making you sick?
Is hidden mold at home making you sick? Except for an occasional asthma flare up, Caitlin Murray is a healthy, happy 5-year-old, who loves doing artwork. But three years ago, she was terribly sick, and no one could figure out why. “She would have terrible headaches and her face was swollen and she’d throw up…
Read MoreMold contamination in Canada’s northern communities
The CBC’s Devi Lockwood has just posted an article about mold contamination in Canada’s northern communities that frankly is difficult to read and speaks to the terrible consequences of unaddressed mold contamination. https://www.facebook.com/5823419603/posts/10157090120744604/ This article is one in an ongoing string of stories that document the struggles that Canada’s First Nations peoples endure. The CBC…
Read MoreThings you should do if your basement floods
Recently, Toronto has been experiencing significant flooding in recent weeks due to summer storms that have packed driving winds and torrential downpours. It is anticipated that these types of weather events will become more of the norm rather than an aberration. And the risk of basement flooding becomes greater every year. In fact, major insurers are…
Read MoreMold in HVAC Systems
Mold in HVAC Systems The presence of mold in HVAC systems is a concern that residents of today’s condominium towers express to us regularly. As well, property managers recognise the fact that mold may expose their residents, and themselves, to unnecessary risk. We’ve known for some time now that mold can be traced back as the…
Read MoreMold in my Apartment
Mold in My Apartment Do you suspect you are getting sick from mold in your apartment? “I’ve found mold in apartment”, is a scenario that is more common than you think. In fact, mold is in up to 87% of homes here in Canada. And even worse, it can be incredibly frustrating when you suspect…
Read MoreCleaning up after a flood
Cleaning up after a Flood Cleaning up after a flood can pose health risks that include potential structural issues, electrical / shock potential and hazards associated with exposure to biological contaminants. Depending on the source, water from even a minor flood will contain viruses, bacteria and raw sewage. You and your family should wait to…
Read MoreToronto’s Number 1 rated Mold and Inspection Team
Maple Leaf Mold is proud to continue our long tradition of providing mold inspection and removal services to the Southern Ontario region. We’ve recently developed a new technique that will help address those who have a mold / mildew issues with the outside of their cottages. Our new method is environmentally friendly and can be…
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