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What is Mold Toxicity?

Could mold be making you sick? Mold exposure was originally linked to health conditions such as upper respiratory issues, cough, and aggravation of asthma in asthma sufferers more than a decade ago. Since that time, studies have continued to attempt to define the link between exposure to mold and health conditions in adults and children.…
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Certified – Licensed – Qualified: What does it mean?

You may have heard Contractors, Mitigation Firms, and Cleaning Companies refer to themselves as Certified, Licensed, and Qualified, but what does that mean? You have likely seen contractors, mitigation firms, and cleaning companies that refer to themselves as “certified”, “licensed”, or “qualified” in advertising and correspondence. Some companies even use these terms in their names!…
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How common is Radon in Pennsylvania?

Is Radon a common issue in Pennsylvania homes? Here’s what you need to know! First recognized as a health hazard following the discovery of Radon accumulating in a home in Pottstown Pennsylvania back in the 1980’s, Radon has deep ties to the state. It is in Pennsylvania that we first investigated and fully appreciated the…
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Proper Cleaning Procedures Before Reopening Your Business Q&A

In an effort to help area businesses prepare to reopen following the Coronavirus Shutdown, we recently participated in this helpful Q&A! As an expert in indoor environmental issues, we were recently asked by area Chambers of Commerce to participate in a Q&A discussing steps you can take to prepare to reopen your business following the…
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Thanks for a great 2017!

Whether it was Water mitigation, Mold remediation, Asbestos Abatement, Fire Damage Services, or Radon Mitigation, we were there for you in 2017! We thank our customers for trusting us to help over the past year and we vow to continue to be a trusted neighbor in the years to come. We would like to thank…
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Thanks for a great 2016!

Whether it was Water mitigation, Mold remediation, Asbestos Abatement, Fire Damage Services, or Radon Mitigation, we were there for you in 2016! We thank our customers for trusting us to help over the past year and we vow to continue to be a trusted neighbor in the years to come. We would like to thank…
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Does Radon cause Cancer?

With awareness increasing, many homeowners are concerned about the cancer risk that Radon represents. While Radon has been discussed a lot lately, it is a relatively new concern for home owners. Whether a high Radon level was detected through tests during a home sale, or as a result of the Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection’s…
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Health Concerns Associated with Hoarders

Hoarding can cause particular hazards to the occupants of a home such as fires and unsanitary living conditions. This article is about the dangers associated with the disease. Many of us tend to hold on to sentimental things and, in some cases, things that are completely out of the ordinary. For instance, there was a…
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Thanks for a great 2015!

Whether it was Water mitigation, Mold remediation, Asbestos Abatement, Fire Damage Services, or Radon Mitigation, we were there for you in 2015! We thank our customers for trusting us to help over the past year and we vow to continue to be a trusted neighbor in the years to come. We would like to thank…
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We’re The Chamber of the Northern Poconos Member Spotlight!

Disaster Blaster is proud to be featured in The Chamber of the Northern Poconos Member Spotlight! We were honored to have been selected as The Chamber of the Northern Poconos February 2020 Member Spotlight and love the video they made for us! Disaster Blaster is a local company specializing in addressing all of your indoor…