Mar
01
You can’t undo what’s already been done. However, you can remedy the situation. Follow these steps ASAP after your bathroom floods 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...
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Feb
14
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...
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Feb
01
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...
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Nov
19
Although hiring a professional for asbestos 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...
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Nov
14
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. Before Abatement Prior to the asbestos abatement process, an on-site evaluation should be completed by a prospective asbestos abatement contractor. During the...
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Oct
09
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...
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Oct
04
What is Indoor Air Quality (IAQ) Testing? 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 Services, Inc. retains the tools, equipment, and expertise to perform residential and commercial testing in order to...
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Aug
07
What Is A Dry Well? A dry well is an underground structure that disposes of unwanted water from your home – typically stormwater, and at times, gray water, which is all water from your household except for the water from your toilet. It is a covered, porous-walled chamber...
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Aug
04
So, your backyard has flooded, again. Not to worry! It may seem like a troublesome undertaking to get it back to normal, but you have a few options. A DIY Backyard Flood Fix You can actually try to use a hose to fix the problem. Essentially, the hose can...
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Aug
01
Mold represents one of the most common household hazards that, if not removed in a timely fashion, offers the potential to be an immensely costly burden for homeowners and tenants. Alpha Environmental understands that the prevention of mold is far more desirable for homeowners than the stressful process of...
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