According to the CDC, exposure to damp and moldy environments may cause a variety of health effects, or none at all. Some people are sensitive to molds. For these people, molds can cause nasal stuffiness, throat irritation, coughing or wheezing, eye irritation, or, in some cases, skin irritation. Mold can affect breathing, irritate mucous membranes, […]
Here in Worcester, using the furnace for the first time in the fall heralds the beginning of the season. If you have water damage anywhere in your home’s ventilation system, the change of season may reveal it to you. For those allergic to mold and other common allergens, this day can bring a dusty cloud […]
Asking for help is never an easy thing. Even from a small age, we all seemed to want to do things on our own. Riding a bike, using a spoon, and putting on our clothes are just a few examples. While doing things on our own may sometimes be a good idea, there are times […]
Water damage can happen at any time to any property, without any warning. Whether a pipe bursts, an appliance malfunctions, the sewage line backs up, a toilet overflows, or a nearby stream floods, a prompt response can significantly reduce the damage done to your home. However, most homeowners do not know the correct way to […]
Water damage in your home in Worcester comes from many different sources, and can strike at any time. When you are caught off guard, it is hard to know how to respond – especially with all the misleading information out there regarding water damage. With damage, you do not want to get caught believing these […]
Your Worcester home is vulnerable to water damage 365 days a year. Massachusettes summers bring their own set of problems. Be on the lookout for water damage; call MA Restoration to investigate and offer solutions. High Humidity is More Than Uncomfortable The relative humidity is the amount of water vapor present in the air. When […]
When your basement in Worcester floods it is pretty obvious to identify that there is water damage. However, not all water damage cases happen as quickly as flooding. Subtle leaks over time can cause just as much, if not more, damage to your home – especially if it goes unnoticed for too long. Since the […]
Mold is not a pleasant thing. It can grow anywhere and is smelly, elusive, and expensive to fix. We do all we can to prevent the growth of mold anywhere in our homes; in our refrigerators, crawlspaces, bathrooms, basements, and walls because we know how inconvenient and even dangerous it can be. But what effect, […]
When you experience water damage in your Framingham home, the need to get a move on and get it cleaned up is extremely important. However, it is also important to know what type of water damage you are dealing with. Many people do not know this, but there are different categories and classes of water. […]
Frozen pipes during the wintertime is a common source of water damage hazards. However, you can spare your need for water damage cleanup and restoration by taking a few extra steps to prevent your pipes from freezing and bursting open. From our water damage restoration professionals at MA Restoration in Framingham, here are five things […]