Mold vs Mildew — What's the Difference and Why It Matters

Living in the five boroughs means dealing with a lot — cramped spaces, loud neighbors, and surprisingly brutal summers. But one problem that doesn't get talked about enough is mold. It shows up behind bathroom tiles, under kitchen sinks, and inside walls where you'd never think to look. And once it takes hold, it doesn't leave quietly. There were over 41,000 HPD mold complaints filed in New York City in fiscal year 2024 alone. That number isn't a fluke — it reflects something

Living in New York City or New Jersey means dealing with a variety of weather conditions, from humid summers to heavy coastal storms. These shifting climates create the perfect environment for an unwelcome houseguest: mold. While a small damp patch in the basement might seem harmless, indoor mold can quietly impact your family's health, damage your property, and compromise your indoor air quality in ways that are not always immediately obvious. Many homeowners do not realiz

By Justin H. Joe, PhD, CIH, CSP, CPE Recently, there has been an increase in evidence showing a correlation between indoor mold and childhood asthma. Over 6 million children in the United States suffer from this respiratory condition, commonly induced by an environmental trigger. As more pediatricians are becoming aware of this issue of mold, home inspections are on the rise. Identifying this factor in the development of childhood asthma could greatly reduce the occurrence an