About
Kate Bolster
BACKGROUND
Kate Bolster brings nearly a decade of expertise as a seasoned writer, journalist, and overseas correspondent to her career. Her professional path has taken her to Korea to serve as a reporter, and she has also occupied roles as a corporate journalist in Sydney, Saudi Arabia, and Dubai.
She is an experienced freelance writer and has been published both in print and online. Kate has written for lifestyle and travel publications, food and travel blogs, and for DIY and home improvement websites.
Being confronted with mold growth is a daunting prospect for any homeowner, often conjuring up images of extensive and expensive mold remediation procedures. For some, it can be tempting to paint over the issue by quite literally painting over the mold itself! So is this a viable mold-busting strategy? Unfortunately painting over mold will not […]
Basements are mold magnets as they are typically damp, with little exposure to natural air and light. Mold in your basement move upstairs, if other areas of your home provide a damp, moist environment that mold spores can grow on. Mold spores can travel through vents and contaminate your breathable air without mold actually needing […]
For many homeowners, mold is that unwelcome house guest that usually puts in an appearance during the rainy, humid months of the year. So how can you best rid yourself of this uninvited intruder? Is it even possible? Can you do it yourself, or should you call in professionals? While it may be impossible to […]
There are many reasons why a homeowner might want to seek out a mold inspection or have mold testing done on their property. Often, property owners have noticed – or suspect – mold is growing in their home and want to seek professional advice. Mold inspections are also frequently requested by both sellers and buyers […]
Mold remediation from your basement can be a time-consuming and – depending on your circumstances – expensive exercise. Basements are particularly prone to mold growth and it is the severity of these mold growths, as well as the seriousness of their underlying cause, that will cause the cost of basement mold remediation to climb. The […]
Encountering mold in your home can be a worrying prospect, and the location and the amount you find will determine whether a professional service is required. If a visible mold path measures more than 3 feet by 3 feet or if mold is found in more than 1 room of your home, you should seek […]