Who Can Test for Asbestos
Who Can Test For Asbestos Table of Contents It Depends If it’s Clearance Testing for a school a government building, or a public building a CAC (Certified Asbestos Consultant) is required to do TEM air sampling. If it’s a demolition or includes a bearing wall, A CAC should do the bulk testing. You will need […]
What To Expect During a Mold Remediation
What to Expect during a Mold Remediation Table of Contents Manage the finances and the frustrations Remediation means removing and cleaning up mold. Abatement means removing and cleaning up asbestos, lead, lead-based paint, chemicals, or sewage. The is seldom an easy or inexpensive process. Following these steps will save your money, your timeline, and maybe […]
Prepare For Your Mold Inspection
Prepare For Your Mold Inspection Table of Contents Better Preparation = Better Results Remember these steps when preparing for mold inspections and get ready to breathe easier today. Keep all doors and windows closed for a period of two hours before any testing begins. If the windows and doors have been left open, we can […]
Ozone Does Not Kill Mold
Ozone Does Not Kill Mold Table of Contents Does Ozone Kill Mold? Debunking the Myth What Science Says Contrary to popular belief, ozone does not effectively remove mold contamination. Mold growth is primarily caused by water and cellulose. To truly tackle a mold problem, the source of water must be eliminated first. Then, all materials […]
Mold Laws and Occupancy
Mold Laws and Occupancy Table of Contents Information about San Francisco and tenants. Total allowable occupancy may also include overall unit size and consideration of its layout. Concerns of Overcrowding: This will likely lead to further property deterioration, danger to safety risks, and contravention of the city’s housing code due to the fact that many […]
San Francisco Lead Dust Levels Allowed
San Francisco Lead dust levels Allowed Lead Dust Levels Overview Allowed lead levels for interior floors and window sills was lowered in an effort to protect children from lead poisoning. There are higher levels that are acceptable if you live in a HUD owned property. Regardless of the allowed levels, children should be protected from […]
How To Clean Up Lead Dust
How to Clean Up Lead dust Table of Contents Lead dust is created from from the door or window parts that rub against each other. See the rub marks on the old door and frame above for an example. For example where the door rubs the frame. In older homes and child care facilities these […]
Dust Exposure and Allergens
Dust Exposure and Allergens Table of Contents Effectively controlling dust and allergens in your home can be challenging, especially with outdoor triggers like construction dust and pollen. This guide covers key steps to assess, test for, and reduce allergen and dust exposure through modifications and professional services. Perform A Thorough Site Assessment To Identify Allergen […]
ERMI Dust Testing
ERMI Dust Testing Table of Contents ERMI dust Testing Finds Mold Spores in House Dust ERMI Stands For The Environmental Relative Moldiness Index The objective of the original ERMI dust testing research was to confirm or deny mold as a factor in asthmatic children living in homes in Boston, Kansas City, and San Diego in […]
MARIA Dust Testing
Maria Dust Testing Table of Contents MARIA Dust Testing Will Show The Presence Of Dog And Cat Dander, Mouse And Rodent Feces And Urine, And Dust Mites By Type If your Allergist or Medical Team find you are allergic to dog or cat dander, mice or rodent feces or urine, or dust mites, then MARIA […]