Let’s talk about workplace safety and a silent danger - asbestos. As a company specializing in indoor air quality, we believe it’s essential to understand the potential dangers of asbestos and how to safeguard against them. Today, we’ll discuss the risks of asbestos exposure and the need for precautions to protect both employees and the environment.
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Mold growth in homes can be a persistent and damaging problem. Not only does it compromise the structural integrity of your property, but it also poses health risks to you and your family. The mantra that people should remember is “mold is the symptom and water is the problem” Fortunately, with proper preventive measures, you can minimize the chances of mold taking hold in your home. In this comprehensive blog post, we will explore effective tips and tricks to prevent mold damage and create a healthier living environment
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Lead paint was available for use in residential homes until 1978. Lead was added to paint because it allowed for a wider range of color pigments. However, lead poses significant health risks, especially for children and pregnant women. In this brief blog post, we will summarize the sources of lead paint in the home, the associated health hazards, and essential preventive measures to protect your family from lead exposure.
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Many building materials can contain asbestos. Since these materials are not obvious, we need to be able to be able to answer several questions; how can we identify its presence in our homes? What are the risks to exposure? What steps can we take to reduce those risks for exposure?
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The Amish community is well known for its traditional way of life; agricultural, simple, horse and buggy, no electricity. This distinctive lifestyle, and using unique construction techniques, can present significant challenges to maintaining optimal indoor air quality (IAQ).This discussion will describe some of the methods of approaching the completion of an indoor air quality assessment (IAQ) in an Amish home.
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Mold growth is caused by the presence of elevated amounts of moisture in the form of either humidity or liquid water. In a normal home, water migrates into the home through the basement, and exits the home through the attic.
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The dangers of lead exposure on the human body are well known. Lead can cause nervous system and kidney damage, decreased intelligence, attention deficit disorder, learning disabilities, and speech or language problems. This blog will discuss what is a lead-based paint, the health effects of lead exposure, and how to prevent the exposure.
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During the spring, summer, and fall, we can open our windows to let fresh air into our homes; but during the winter, we are energy conscience and close everything up nice and tight. In this article, we discuss three issues that affect the indoor air quality of a home during the winter.
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If you are a homeowner, or property owner, and need to hire a contractor to remove mold from your home or building, the format and content of the two or three proposals you review need to be similar. Part 2 discusses Warranties, Final Report, and Billing Methods.
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If you are a homeowner, or property owner, and need to hire a contractor to remove mold from your home or building, the format and content of the two or three proposals you review need to be similar. This article will help in understanding what to expect, the content, and how compare the proposals you review.
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We breathe 3,000 gallons of air a day. Newborn babies often breathe 30 to 60 times per minute. It is a good idea to refresh our understanding and priority for controlling the moisture content of wood on a job site.
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New homeowners depend on the builders to construct a home that is safe to live in. So, lets talk about the timeline for mold growth and what are the typical contaminants we find.
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Part 4 of a 4-Part series on the Preparation of Mold Remediation Protocols. This article goes over Post Remedial Verification, Project File Documentation, and Examples of Inappropriate Protocol Content.
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Part 3 of a 4-part series on the Preparation of Mold Remediation Protocols. This article discusses Remediation Techniques, waste disposal, and methods for cleaning.
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Part 2 of a 4-part series on the Preparation of Mold Remediation Protocols. In this article, we will discuss handling contents and preparing/maintaining a containment area.
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Part 1 of a 4 part series on the Preparation of Mold Remediation Protocols. The goal of a Mold Remediation Protocol (MRP) document is to provide a guideline for the remediation contractor to complete the project in accordance with current industry standards and demonstrate that the building is safe to occupy.
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If a home was built prior to 1978, then it is possible there may be some lead paint and contractors should know that the State of Ohio and EPA has rules to follow. This article includes some of the highpoints for what to consider and where to find more information.
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A pre-1978 home may have lead-based paint either on the interior or exterior surfaces. This article includes some of the high points for what to consider when buying an older home and where to find more information.
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The presence of mold may not be immediately apparent, and symptoms of mold exposure can be subtle and easily overlooked. Explore the hidden dangers of mold and how to recognize and address mold damage in your home or building.
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Asbestos was used in many building materials throughout the 20th century. Now known to be a carcinogen, It can cause serious health problems when its fibers become airborne and are inhaled.
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