Things Worth Knowing About Mold

My Boxes From Storage Smell Musty — Will They Bring Mold Into My House?

My Boxes From Storage Smell Musty — Will They Bring Mold Into My House?

Cowboy K9 Team
Published on: 26/07/2026

Musty boxes from storage can bring mold spores and odor indoors. How to unpack a Lowcountry storage unit without moving the problem into your house.

Can Mold Grow on Building Materials Left Outside at My New Home's Job Site?

Can Mold Grow on Building Materials Left Outside at My New Home's Job Site?

Cowboy K9 Team
Published on: 26/07/2026

Can mold grow on lumber, drywall, or cabinets left outside at a job site? Yes — within 24 to 48 hours. What matters, and the one question to ask your builder.

Do I Need a Mold Clearance Test if the Area Was Less Than 10 Square Feet?

Do I Need a Mold Clearance Test if the Area Was Less Than 10 Square Feet?

Cowboy K9 Team
Published on: 26/07/2026

The EPA's 10-square-foot rule says you can clean small mold yourself — but it doesn't tell you the job worked. When a clearance test still makes sense.

Can Mold Cause a Sore Throat or Hoarse Voice?

Can Mold Cause a Sore Throat or Hoarse Voice?

Cowboy K9 Team
Published on: 25/07/2026

Can mold cause a sore throat or hoarse voice? Yes — the CDC lists sore throat among mold symptoms. How to tell it apart from allergies or a cold.