There are numerous myths surrounding operating a smoke-free rental property. Although many property owners and managers would like to commit to going smoke-free, they are often dissuaded by prevalent myths and fallacies. This article will aid you in becoming more...
While some Americans are knowledgeable about the dangers of chemical pollutants that are capable of contaminating their workplace air, many of them are not aware that some health problems they develope can be related to biological pollutants in the workplace.
Air Quality - Impact From Wild Fires As a home inspector and local community building science resource, I thought I'd comment on something that significantly impacts one of the services my company specialized in; AIR QUALITY- Impact From Wild Fires .Above is a photo...
Older homes are more vulnerable to weather-related indoor air concerns such as mold and mildew. Warm weather patterns force homeowners to run air conditioners more frequently which is a major factor where I live in South Florida. An increase in precipitation or high...
From minor updates such as replacing the vanity in your bathroom to major renovations such as an entire kitchen remodel, it is often important to make sure your home air quality isn’t compromised during these projects. I have had multiple clients who have experienced...
All homes have their own unique odors and smell that reflect the nature of the home and the lives of those living in it. Sometimes, environmental factors also play a large role in the odor each house exhibits. One such factor is the weather. During heavy rain and...
Did You Know Indoor Air can be up to 2-5 Times More Polluted Than The Air Outdoors? This is why it is important to take action now! Here are four ways to improve your indoor air quality at home. Step #1 Let Fresh Air In Fresh air and adequate air circulation will...
As the winter months’ pass in cold areas throughout the United States, many people turn to a portable humidifier to combat seasonal household dryness and to increase the overall humidity level inside of their home. The real question that many fail to ask themselves is...
The clutter also provides areas where contaminants can settle and go unseen. I cannot tell you how much I personally have tested high mold compounds in an indoor air quality test that were due to stacks of papers, books, and other long-time stored belongings.
30 of 31 boxes of the Chinese-made laminate flooring sold by Lumber Liquidators and bought in the U.S. emitted as much as 13 times the amount of formaldehyde deemed as permissible