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Floridians get our fair share of heavy rains and rising flood waters flooding every year, especially when tropical storms and hurricanes hit. Flooding can cause devastating damage in what seems like the blink of an eye: rotting away drywall, flooring and even structural wood.

Mold can occur in any home, so long as there is a warm, damp space for it to grow. For these reasons, mold is commonly found in kitchen and bathroom cabinets. Toxic black mold is a common problem in homes. Here’s what you need to know if you discover mold in your home.

Hurricane season is upon us, and predictions for this year have not been friendly to Florida residents. The TSR is predicting a total of 14 named storms, including six hurricanes and three major storms, while The Weather Company is guessing seven hurricanes with three of them being major.

When it comes to water damage in your home, the culprit behind the damage is usually a pipe or appliance. Insurance companies note that many water damage claims stem from appliances or pipes, especially ones that are not maintained well.

When it comes to disasters that homeowners fear, there are not many that are more dreaded and terrifying than a slab leak. A slab leak is a leak in the plumbing that’s built into your home’s foundation, which is usually a slab of poured concrete.

When your home suffers flood damage from a major storm, plumbing emergency, or any other cause, you’ll have all sorts of issues to deal with, including mold growth.

When your home has experienced major water damage, such as that caused by flooding, a burst pipe, or even a hurricane, you likely have a lot on your mind when it comes to repairs.

In late August through early September, what started out as a low-pressure system in the eastern Atlantic intensified into a Category 5 hurricane with maximum winds of 175 mph and stronger gusts passing through the Bahamas and South Florida.

Mold infestations can spread quickly, leading to foul odors, unsightly spots, and other consequences throughout your home. Mold can also cause serious health complications, especially for those with severe allergies, asthma, or compromised immune systems.

Have you recently experienced flooding in your home or a leak which led to the growth of mildew? When water is left sitting or the level of humidity changes, mildew can start to develop. This is common in car vents and residential spaces.