How To Prevent Bathroom Floods From Getting Worse
You can’t undo what’s already been done. However, you can remedy the situation. Follow these steps ASAP after a bathroom flooding to prevent further damage from happening. Shut Off Your Water This one may sound obvious, but the very first thing that you should do if your bathroom is flooding is shut off the source […]
When Do I Need A Sewer Inspection
The 4 Scenarios to Get Your Sewer Checked Out Sewer inspections aren’t something most people have at the front of their minds. People know to check the tires and oil before they buy a car, people know to get a home inspection before they sign on the dotted line, but if you ask people when […]
How to Prevent Mold In Your Home This Spring
Mold. The word alone makes most people cringe. Maybe you’ve only encountered mold on old, expired bread. Perhaps you’ve had the unfortunate experience of dealing with a mold problem within your house’s walls. The not-so-fun fact of the day? About 45 million buildings in the United States are home to an unhealthy amount of mold. […]
Surprising Signs That Your Home Has A Leak
While leaks aren’t always the most obvious, there are several warning signs to look for. If you notice any of these things in your home, try to locate a water source and call a professional to stop the leak from getting worse. Damp Walls & Ceilings One of the most obvious signs of a leak […]
Top 7 Indoor Air Quality Pollutants and When To Get Your Air Quality Tested
There are two main things we’d like to get across about indoor air quality (IAQ) right off the bat. First, scientific studies have given supporting evidence that indoor air quality can be worse than outdoor air pollution. This can be true in even the largest and most congested cities. Second, 90% of our time is […]
How to Prevent Mold In Your Home This Winter
Why Does Mold Survive In The Winter? Increased indoor moisture causes mold to grow even during the winter months, especially in wet and rainy Oregon. Although heating systems can make indoor air dryer in the winter, certain areas of the home may actually have increased levels of humidity during this time due to poor ventilation. […]
What To Know About Hazardous Waste Material
What is Hazardous Waste Material? There is a range of household products that are considered hazardous materials. The EPA defines hazardous waste/material as leftover household products that can catch fire, react, corrode, or explode under certain circumstances. Hazardous waste can be categorized into four distinct categories: ignitability, corrosivity, reactivity, and toxicity. Ignitability Ignitable […]
Phase I & II ESA Walkthrough – Commercial Property
What Is A Phase I / Why Do I Need One? Whether it is your first commercial property or your fourth, you may have heard the term Phase I Environmental Site Assessment being thrown around. A Phase I Environmental Site Assessment helps determine if a property may have been contaminated by current or previous activity. […]
Guide To Lead Testing and Abatement
Lead is commonly known as a naturally occurring element that has a variety of uses. While many of its applications are beneficial, there are potential risks associated with this element. Many houses built pre-1978 are often subject to elevated levels of lead due to the lead-based paints used for the interior of the home. WHY YOU […]
How To Safely Check For Asbestos
Although hiring a professional for an asbestos check-up and testing is strongly recommended, there are signs that can help you determine if your home or building may have asbestos-containing materials. Building Construction Date Asbestos was among one of the most widely used construction materials from the early 1920s until 1989 when an asbestos ban was […]
