Nashville, Murfreesboro and Mt. Juliet TN The US is bracing for a debilitating mosquito-borne virus that has already made an unwelcoming presence in the Caribbean. According to the World Health Organization, (WHO), the virus, chikungunya, was first discovered in 1953 in Tanzania, Africa, but was considered an endemic disease for decades. Meaning, the virus only affected a particular area of …
Basements and Crawl Space in Cold Weather
Mt. Juliet, Murfreesboro, Knoxville, Chattanooga, and Nashville, TN With all the cold weather we have been experiencing lately, we have been getting a lot of questions about what you should do for your basement and crawl spaces in extremely cold weather. While each home has a different set of circumstances here are some suggestions. The attic, basement and crawl space …
Water in Crawl Space after Rain
Mt. Juliet, Murfreesboro, Knoxville, Chattanooga, and Nashville, TN Question: I have water and moisture in my crawl space after it rains. Should I be worried about this? Answer: Yes you should this is a big deal since the foundation of your home is part of your crawl space. Water in your crawl space (or basement) can lead to toxic black …
Common Sources of Moisture in the Home
Mt. Juliet, Murfreesboro, Knoxville, Chattanooga, and Nashville, TN Excess moisture in a home can weaken a home’s structure, damage personal belongings, cause unpleasant odors and reduce air quality. A high level of moisture can cause mold growth which can lead to bacteria, cockroaches, and dust mites. This excess moisture can also cause the rotting of a home’s foundation and be …
Tips to Help Prevent Mold In Winter
Mt. Juliet, Murfreesboro, Knoxville, Chattanooga, and Nashville, TN To help keep the air you and your family breath here are some tips on how to prevent mold and mildew from growing in your home. Make sure you have a good seal on windows and doors to prevent moisture from entering your home. This will not only help with mold growth …
Signs of Mice
Nashville, Murfreesboro and Mt. Juliet TN Question: I recently found evidence of mice in my garage. I was able to kill two, but they were pretty small. Is this something I should be worried about? A. ‘tis the season for mice to begin foraging and finding places to nestle in for the winter. Garages and crawl spaces are likely entry …
Are Bed Bugs and Chiggers the Same?
Nashville, Murfreesboro and Mt. Juliet TN Question: Are Bed Bugs and Chiggers the Same? Answer: Both chiggers and bed bugs bite people and leave reddish, inflamed areas on your body, that’s about the only way bed bugs and chiggers are the same. The blood bed bugs suck out of you provides nourishment to them, whereas chiggers make a deadly error …
How to Get Rid of Bed Bugs?
Nashville, Murfreesboro and Mt. Juliet TN Question: How can I get rid of bed bugs? Answer: Its feasible to pick up bed bugs virtually just about any place—they have invaded workplaces, shops, resorts, fitness centers as well as numerous other areas. They can easily hide in your baggage or even on you, and be brought back to your home. Once inside, …
What does a Brown Recluse Spider Bite Look Like?
Nashville, Murfreesboro and Mt. Juliet TN Q:My son-in-law swears he’s been bitten by a Brown Recluse Spider, but it’s only a slight red mark, and he hasn’t become ill. I thought their bites were more serious than this; can you shed some light on the Brown Recluse and what to look for if you think you’ve been bitten? A: A …
How Can I Pest Proof My Home?
Nashville, Murfreesboro and Mt. Juliet TN This fall as we break out the jackets, sweaters and look forward to cooler temperatures, pest with four or more legs may be crawling into our homes. Pest adapt to the ever changing environment. Homeowners need to take steps year-round to pest proof their homes. In the fall and winter months, the most common …
What is Mold Remediation?
Mt. Juliet, Murfreesboro, Knoxville, Chattanooga, and Nashville, TN We get this question a lot from our customers. Mold remediation is the removal and clean-up of toxic or black mold from a home, school or business. Mold can cause a variety of health problems that is why it is extremely important to treat the mold immediately. Mold is caused by poor …
Mold and Mildew Remediation
Mt. Juliet, Murfreesboro, Knoxville, Chattanooga, and Nashville, TN Ameri Care Services offers mold remediation services in Nashville Tennessee and the surrounding areas. Our technicians are fully trained and certified, we will handle your mold and mildew remediation problems quickly and effectively. We use environmentally safe methods to clean up your home or business. Mold remediation is important to avoid health …