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Why is there Mould in My Attic?

Discovering mould in your attic can be alarming, but understanding why it develops helps you address both the immediate problem and prevent future occurrences. Attic mold is particularly common in Toronto and the Greater Toronto Area due to…
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Should I Buy A Home That Has Asbestos?

The short answer is yes – discovering asbestos in a potential home purchase doesn't automatically disqualify it from consideration. However, you need to thoroughly understand the extent of asbestos presence, assess the associated health risks,…
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Can I Safely Remove Asbestos Myself?

The short answer is no – you should never attempt to remove asbestos yourself. Asbestos removal is one of the most hazardous home improvement tasks you can undertake, requiring specialized equipment, extensive safety protocols, and professional…
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Do You Have Indoor Air Pollutants In Your Home?

Toronto homeowners face unique challenges when it comes to maintaining healthy indoor air quality. Between our harsh winters, humid summers, and the diverse mix of older and newer homes across the Greater Toronto Area (GTA), indoor air pollutants…
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What to Do When You Have Mold in Your Crawlspace

Discovering mold in your crawlspace can be alarming, but it's unfortunately a common issue for Toronto homeowners. The unique combination of our harsh winters, humid summers, and the prevalence of older homes throughout the Greater Toronto Area…
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Is Your Roof Causing Water Damage In Your Home?

Your roof serves as your home's first line of defense against Toronto's unpredictable weather patterns. From heavy spring rains to winter ice storms and sudden summer thunderstorms, the Greater Toronto Area (GTA) presents unique challenges for…
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Restoration Mate Wins Consumer Choice Award For Best Mold & Asbestos Company

  Restoration Mate, Toronto, Ontario – We are thrilled to announce that Restoration Mate has been honored with the Consumer Choice Award for Best Mold and Asbestos Restoration Company in 2025 for our Halifax location. This prestigious…
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What To Do If Your Basement Drain Backs Up

A basement drain backup is every Toronto homeowner's nightmare, and unfortunately, it's an all-too-common reality in the Greater Toronto Area. Whether triggered by heavy rainfall overwhelming the city's combined sewer system, spring snowmelt…
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Common Basement Problems Uncovered During a Home Inpection

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Buying a home in the Greater Toronto Area is one of life's biggest investments, and basement problems discovered during home inspections can quickly transform an exciting purchase into a financial nightmare. Toronto's unique geological conditions,…
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Important Tips for Drying Out Your Wet Basement

Basement flooding is one of Toronto's most common and frustrating property challenges, affecting thousands of GTA homeowners every year. Whether from spring snowmelt overwhelming storm drains, summer thunderstorms causing sewer backups, or burst…