Melrose Mold Solutions

08/06/2026

Your HVAC system is one of the first things we prioritize during every mold assessment we do. A thorough assessment means checking the places where mold is most likely to hide.
… and a lot of your air is influenced by this one thing.

07/12/2026

☀️ Hot summer months mean more attic air being is pulled inside.

Those of you with an unconditioned/ventilated attic, this one is for you. 👇

For every gap in your attic floor (top plates like we see in this video, as well as duct/vent connections, recessed lights, etc) those are places where uncontrolled/unfiltered air from the attic can get drawn inside.

This can be a factor in the temperature, humidity, and dust control issues you may have.

💧 For those who are struggling with humidity issues this summer, it is almost always caused by one of these 4 overarching reasons:

🏠 Envelope: Outdoor Humidity coming in, by the house breathing in ways it shouldn’t.

❄️ HVAC: The humidity indoors not getting properly circulated and dehumidified. Damp and stale points that need to be assessed by an HVAC pro who knows what they’re doing.

🚰 Leaks or Bulk Water build up: Water intrusion coming inside or water losses that cause more localized humidity elevations in those areas.

🚿 Habits: We as humans make and create moisture ~ cooking, showering, living and breathing 😅

07/08/2026

💨 “How often should I get my ducts cleaned?”

First check why they are dirty in the first place:

Here are a few questions to ask. 👇

❓ How old are they?
❓ Are they in an unconditioned space?
❓ What type of material they are made of?
❓ How leaky are they?
❓ How they are designed?
❓ What pathways do they run through?
❓ How good and well fit are your filters?

These are a few of what to be assessing before you hire someone to go clean them.

And if you do choose to clean them, please make sure they are not the cheapest and that they are doing it right. 🙏

That is another story for a different time.

P.S. 👇

One quick tip on that — if there is porous material (insulated duct board, flex ducts, etc.) that have VISIBLE mold growth in them, then 99.99% of the time they can’t be cleaned and saved effectively.
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07/02/2026

Watch till the end 😅

06/30/2026

Big trip coming up starting on July 7th

If you are on this path and need a comprehensive environmental assessment, DM me with what city and state you’re in and we will explore options together to get you answers, a solution plan, and peace of mind.

A lot of planning happening this week 🗺️

06/27/2026

06/20/2026

ERMI, dust samples, swabs — they all have a place. But testing should never be the first move. It’s a tool to confirm what a trained eye (or nose 👃) should already be catching.

✅ Visible water damage
✅ That musty smell
✅ A home’s history

These tell you more than a lab report ever will.

🎥 Full breakdown on YouTube — link in bio, search MelroseMoldSolutions and hit subscribe!

06/19/2026

This is visible mold growth on HVAC equipment in an attic. Every time the system ran, spores were circulating through the whole house.
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Be aware for simple clues like this in your home 🔎👀
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🔗 Link in bio to book a virtual consultation or on-site inspection

06/17/2026

Just a gentle reminder to go check your HVAC system…