In addition to the Massive wildfires that have ravaged Canada, the National Interagency Fire Center (NIFC) has reported that in the first six months of 2023, there have been over 23,000 reported wildfires in the United States alone. While many of us may not be at risk of fire damage directly, the smoke put off …
Did you know that four in every five American homes have dust mite allergens in at least one bed? These creatures may be minuscule–just 0.2mm/0.0008 inch in diameter–but they can wreak havoc on your health. Thankfully, they’re too tiny for us to see, so we don’t have to endure the sight of these little critters …
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Asbestos is the name used to refer to the fibers of six different naturally occurring minerals frequently used in construction due to their heat and corrosion resistance properties. Though practical, Asbestos is very harmful to human health when inhaled. Before its adverse effects were well known, it was used extensively as a building material and …
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For most of us who live here in Virginia, the arrival of spring means a needed relief from the icy winds and frigid temperatures of the winter months. However, along with warmer weather, spring brings along an often unwanted guest, pollen. Out of all the seasonal allergy triggers, pollen is by far the most common, …
Whether you use your attic often or not, it’s essential to ensure it’s well cared for. This isn’t just about removing spiders from your attic (although that would be ideal). If your attic is well-ventilated, it maintains the health and safety of your entire home. Why is attic ventilation important? How do you know if …
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. …
When people have trouble breathing while exercising, they often justify the sensation by saying, “I’m just out of shape.” While this may be true, in many cases, shortness of breath could be a symptom of something more serious: exercise-Induced bronchoconstriction. What is Exercise-Induced Bronchoconstriction? Exercise-induced bronchoconstriction (commonly known as exercise-induced asthma or EIB) is a …
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In the past, manufacturers frequently incorporated asbestos into many products. For example, building materials like insulation and roofing were made using asbestos due to its fire-resistant properties. Later, though, asbestos came under heavy scrutiny and was eventually heavily restricted by the US government starting in the late 1970s. “However, builders and manufacturers were still allowed …
More than ever, businesses, organizations, and individuals are seeking the best air purification methods. One popular and sometimes controversial method is known as ionization. How does an ionizer work, and what are its benefits and drawbacks? What’s the best type of air purifier? Benefits of Bipolar Ionization Bipolar ionization is an impressive innovation in air …
Air Is something that we often take for granted. Without even thinking about it, we inhale and exhale thousands of times every day. But what is in that air? It may come as a shock to many, but the air inside the average American home usually contains many more airborne pollutants than the air outside. …
