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 […]
What To Expect During The Asbestos Abatement Process
Understanding what the asbestos abatement process will look like is an important part of ensuring proper asbestos removal. That’s why we’ve outlined each step along the way. 1. Before Abatement Prior to the asbestos abatement process, an on-site evaluation should be completed by a prospective asbestos abatement contractor. During the evaluation, your contractor should walk […]
Realtors: Why You Need To Be Present For Your Clients Home Inspection
As a buyer’s real estate agent, you aren’t legally bound to be present during your client’s home inspection, however the benefits of an agent’s presence are massive and it’s common practice for you to be there. For both the agent and the client, it’s not necessary for you to be present during the entire inspection. […]
Air Pollution In The Office – What You Need To Know
What Is Indoor Air Quality Testing? Indoor Air Quality (IAQ) testing measures the levels of pollutants in the air and assesses them against the standards that The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has in place. Alpha Environmental retains the tools, equipment, and expertise to perform residential and commercial air quality testing in order to help our clients […]
