Episode #33: Top Ten Spaces Prone To Mold & Water Damage With Jessica McQuade

Do leaky pipes and flooded crawl spaces plague your dreams?  Have no fear, the Mold Mentor is here! Jessica McQuade shares how you can prevent the most common water-damage nightmares with careful planning, monitoring, and maintenance. Learn how to put a stop to leaks before they happen using a treasure trove of tips. From roofs, to crawl spaces, and everything in between, this episode will empower you to become the most prepared homeowner on your block. So, grab a notebook and get ready to take action today to safeguard the health and safety of your home’s indoor air quality.Episode Highlights:How Jessica became involved in the field of mold coaching and consulting. (1:21)#1: What to be aware of and how to mitigate the failure of water-based appliances. (3:11)#2: The areas of a roof that are most prone to leaks. (6:46)#3: How exterior hose-related intrusions can cause water damage. (8:24)#4: How to check for vulnerabilities in tiled showers, and tips for bathroom maintenance. (10:11)#5: Which hazards to look out for within a crawl space. (14:54)#6: Potential water-damage dangers lurking in attics. (19:49)#7: Common water-damage risks for basements. (22:04) #8: Parts of an HVAC system that should be examined to prevent water-damage. (26:54)#9: What to monitor when it comes to sinks. (29:03) #10: How to check windows and doors for risks related to water-damage. (31:31)How improperly executed water damage restoration can put your home at risk. (35:13)A real-life example of a water event that was properly handled and resulted in a positive experience. (40:35)How you can best plan ahead for which actions to take in the event of an urgent water-damage event. (44:40)Kendra’s challenge to listeners. (46:59)Links Mentioned In Interview:www.changetheairfoundation.org/questions-to-ask-when-hiring-an-iep/Get In Touch With Our Guest:Jessica McQuade www.moldmentorllc.comLearn more about Change the Air Foundation:  https://changetheairfoundation.org/ Sign up for our newsletter: https://changetheairfoundation.org/stay-informed/Donate: https://changetheair-bloom.kindful.com/ Disclaimer: Your Indoor Air Podcast, a Change the Air Foundation production, is for general informational purposes only and does not constitute the practice of medicine, nursing, healthcare or other professional services, such as giving healthcare advice. The use of information on this podcast or materials linked from this podcast is at the user’s own risk. The content of this podcast is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical care.  Users should not disregard or delay in seeking medical attention for any medical condition or concern they may have.