Articles Tagged With: poor indoor air quality

Radon vs. Carbon Monoxide: Air Quality Battle

When it comes to volatile organic compounds, few are more dangerous than radon and carbon monoxide. Not only are radon and carbon monoxide found commonly in indoor environments where people live and work, but they are both quite deadly. Which … Continue reading →



The Truth behind a Free Mold Inspection: Buyer Beware

When you suspect that mold may be present in your home or business, finding the right professional to do an assessment of your property can be a difficult task. Locating a certified inspector that is both experienced and inexpensive can … Continue reading →



Mold Contamination: A Growing Indoor Concern

Mold exists everywhere in our environment and is found both indoors and outdoors. For literally thousands of years mold has been part of the natural process of decomposition. This process involves the breaking down of organic materials such as wood, … Continue reading →



Top Five Moldiest Places You Live and Work

We encounter mold almost everywhere in our day-to-day lives. From the supermarket to the gym, from our offices to our bedrooms, mold can—and will—grow just about anywhere.  Of course, some places are more prone to mold growth than others. Being … Continue reading →



California’s Apartment Smoking Ban

Smoking bans have a long history in the United States. Although there are no national smoking bans, numerous states, cities and counties have enacted prohibitions on smoking in public areas. Minnesota’s Clean Indoor Air Act of 1975 was the first … Continue reading →



What Is a Mold Inspection and What Does Mold Testing Do?

Stories about black mold, toxic mold, mold lawsuits, and mold sickness are plastered across the headlines these days. As a result many property owners and renters are making the decision to get their buildings inspected for mold. Perhaps you are … Continue reading →



Hypersensitivity Pneumonitis: Causes & Prevention Methods

Hypersensitivity pneumonitis (HP), also known as famer’s lung, is a disease caused by airborne contaminants that are inhaled and trapped within the tissue of the lungs. When exposed to these antigens your body begins to produce antibodies to fight against them. … Continue reading →



Three Steps to Reduce Humidity in Your Home

Excess indoor humidity can make life miserable. People who suffer through humid air in their homes can experience a wide range of problems—anything from frizzy hair, to sleeplessness, to respiratory system illnesses. There are many potential causes for indoor humidity, … Continue reading →



The Importance of a Mold Inspection

When it comes to the environment we live in, most people believe a healthy space is a top priority. Since the average American spends approximately 90% of his or her time indoors, the quality of the air in homes, offices … Continue reading →



Pure Rooms – The New Age of Hotel Cleanliness

As awareness of Indoor Air Quality and its affect on our health grows, new innovations are being developed to make life more comfortable for those with sensitive respiratory systems or health problems related to Indoor Air Quality. Pure Rooms, the new hotel rooms that claim to remove 99% of all Indoor Air Quality contaminants, is one such innovation, popping up in vacation destinations across the country. Continue reading →



Water Damage & Mold – Responding to Household Floods and Leaks

When water has flooded your home, remember that acting quickly and diligently to remove all moisture before mold has a chance to grow is of the utmost importance. Continue reading →



Asthma, Mold, and Indoor Air Quality

Asthma is a chronic respiratory problem that affects over 34 million Americans. Recent studies reveal mold and poor Indoor Air Quality (IAQ) as contributors to serious asthma symptoms, from itchy eyes and sneezing to full-blown asthma attacks. Having the IAQ tested in your home can be the first step to relieving these symptoms and living a healthier life. Continue reading →



Not So Home Sweet Home – Taking Precaution with Household Mold & Indoor Air Quality (IAQ)

Poor IAQ, also known as indoor air pollution, can be the result of a singular source or a variety of contaminants…If left undetected, some of these contaminants may be slowly causing harm to the health of ourselves, our families and even our pets. Continue reading →