Mold infestations are universally dangers for people’s (and animals’) health. However some people are more susceptible than others when it comes to mold exposure and contracting an illness from it. So who’s most at risk for mold illness? Well there are a few types of people who are more likely to contact a mold-related illness […]
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We get a lot of calls from worried customers at ProCare Restoration because they can’t tell if they have mold in their home. And oftentimes, they call after mold has already thoroughly infested their home, simply because they didn’t know the signs of what to look for. That’s why we thought it might help out […]
A lot of people use humidifiers during the winter months to combat the dry air that indoor heating creates. The dry air can lead to cracked skin, dry throats, and other uncomfortable side effects. So people turn to their humidifiers to save the day. But did you know your humidifier may be putting your home […]
It’s safe to say that spring has arrived in Chicago, and we couldn’t be happier to shed our winter coats. But the coming months will bring more than warm weather and spring showers–they’ll also bring spring mold. That’s right, spring is the perfect season for mold growth. Here’s why and what you can do about […]
We don’t brag much at ProCare Restoration, but we just received some exciting news that we want to share with all of you. We were named one of the top mold remediation companies in Chicago on Thumbtack! We are humbled by this news and grateful for all of our wonderful customers who always leave us […]
When mold infests your closet, you may feel like all is lost. Even after you’ve had the mold remediated in your home, it is still alive and well on your clothes. So can you remove mold from your clothes?
At ProCare Restoration, we know that mold prevention is much easier (and cheaper) than mold remediation. However, it can be tricky in areas that are more susceptible to mold growth, like bathrooms. That’s why we gave some thought to how we can advise you on how to keep your bathroom mold free. Here’s what we […]
A lot of customers call into ProCare Restoration asking what they, as renters, can do about their mold problem. This can be a tricky issue, depending on who your landlord is, where you’re located, and what your relationship with your building’s management is like. So we’re going to lay it out for you in a […]
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.
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.