How Much Does Mold Remediation Cost?
When we talk about mold, we’re referring collectively to a range of species of microscopic fungi. There are hundreds of thousands of known mold species. Mold can be found just about anywhere there is moisture, inside or out, and it can grow on any kind of organic matter. You can unknowingly track tiny mold spores […]
DEQ Asbestos Sampling Rules & Regulations
Asbestos is a naturally occurring mineral composed of long, thin fibers. The fibers are fire-resistant and insulate well, which made asbestos popular as a construction material in the 18th and 19th centuries. However, asbestos dust can be hazardous when inhaled, as the small fibers are permanently trapped in the body. Over time, the fibers can […]
What Senate Bill 64 Means for Portland Homeowners
A new bill signed into law by Oregon Governor Kate Brown aims to protect public health through several procedural changes – including one amendment that will impact homeowners in Portland. Senate Bill 64, also called the Oregon Health Authority’s public health housekeeping bill, provides updates to five areas of public health: Tobacco purchases (for people […]
How Do the Radon Testing and Radon Mitigation Processes Work?
If you’re reading this, you may be wondering whether certain homes are more likely than others to have radon. In general, the short answer is no. That’s because it really has almost nothing to do with the house itself — at least not as far as the type of house, when it was built, whether […]
A Homeowner’s Guide to Asbestos in Portland Homes
You may know that asbestos is something to avoid, but do you know exactly what it is, where it’s found and how common it is to find asbestos in homes that are more than 30 years old? More than half of U.S. homes were built prior to 1980, which is when the use of asbestos […]
5 Things to Know About Owning a Home With a Well
A lot of people don’t give a second thought to where the water comes from when they turn on the faucet in their home, especially if they rent, or own a home in the city. But if you have a house with a well, be aware that there are steps you should take to ensure […]
Portland Real Producers Feature: Alpha Environmental Services
Alpha Environmental offers full-service inspections and remediations for residential and commercial properties. Its wide range of services include heating oil tanks, mold, sewers, radon, above-ground storage tanks, asbestos, lead, indoor air quality, contaminated soils, stormwater, phase I and phase II environmental site assessments, and much more. Alpha Environmental’s goal is to get the job done […]
How To Help A Client When Their Home Inspection Results Are Negative
As a real estate agent, you know it’s your job to have your client’s best interests in mind. You’re their partner, their primary source of professional knowledge, and their future referral. When a roadblock appears in the buying process, your client is going to rely on you to be their guiding light for the unknown […]
Do I Need a Sewer Scope Inspection in My Portland Home?
Most people experiencing sewer blockages and slow drainage assume that the source of their problem is simply due to debris. Many are surprised when they learn that their main sewer line has been compromised due to thick tree roots that have bent the piping out of shape. Prior to sewer remediation, the best course of […]
Phase I & II ESA Walkthrough – Industrial Property
In our society, almost every property is liable to environmental risk. Without careful inspection from environmental professionals, many unseen problems can go undetected. A Phase I Environmental Site Assessment helps determine if a property may have been contaminated by current or previous activity. Phase I ESAs help protect the purchaser of the property and limit […]