Having good air quality in our home should be important to all of us. But, unfortunately, numerous pollutants can be hazardous to our health. However, it is not always easy to identify contaminants that are not so known or obvious unless you are an expert. Fortunately, to have good air quality in your home, you …
Most of us have learned of the dangers of mold. The microscopic fungi thrive in environments where moisture can remain unchecked for an extended period. While we understand an inherent risk to our health from mold exposure, most of us are not sure how long it takes to start taking its toll. Sometimes referred to …
Looking after the health and safety of your family is of the utmost importance. Our homes are usually considered our safe haven, but can your home be the cause of your family not feeling well? It’s not uncommon for people who suffer from allergies to notice that their allergies start acting up when they are …
It may become apparent you have a mold problem in your home if you see visible spores on your walls or if you notice a consistent musty smell. However, did you know that other physical symptoms your family may be experiencing could be rooted back to mold in the home? Headaches, difficulty breathing, and flu-like …
Over the years, building codes have changed to eliminate the use of dangerous building materials used in construction. Some of the most common toxic chemicals found in building materials include: Asbestos Mercury Volatile Organic Compounds (VOCs) Chromated Copper Arsenic (CCA) Lead The Dangerous Effects of Lead Paint Lead was widely used in the production of …
You might have plants around your house for decorative purposes.They are nice to look at and create a nice ambiance; plants also provide numerous physical and mental health benefits. In addition, good air quality is essential and beneficial for all of us as plants are natural air purifiers. Plants can manipulate your home’s humidity in …
There’s a unique art for finding the optimum atmosphere for comfort in your home. For many, nothing’s worse than the high levels of summer heat and humidity when there’s no means of temperature control. Surprisingly enough, though, discomfort in such conditions is the least of your worries. Nevertheless, high humidity can cause significant damage to …
Formaldehyde is a strong-smelling, colorless, flammable chemical. All forms of life naturally produce formaldehyde as part of cell metabolism. So if formaldehyde is produced naturally by all forms of life, when does it become harmful, and should you be concerned? Where is Formaldehyde Found? When you think of formaldehyde, embalming fluid might come to mind. …
It’s sometimes known as the “silent killer” because it can sneak up on you, damage your health, and ruin your home before you even notice it’s there. It’s never a good thing to discover black mold lurking somewhere in your home. Its discovery can only lead to a wide range of adverse effects. While it …
Indoor air quality has an enormous impact on our overall health. According to the Environmental Protection Agency, “the average American spends over 90% of their life indoors”. With all that time you spend inside, it’s essential to enjoy good air quality. Unfortunately, several factors in our everyday lives could be causing the quality of our …
