Most of us are so busy in our daily lives that we don’t give much thought to the undesirable substance called mold. It can grow in just about any area of the house — even if you frequently clean your home. Since mold growth starts small, it often goes unnoticed. Mold spores can form in […]
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It goes without saying that the diseases related to asbestos exposure, over time, can be lethal. This is why it’s important that an asbestos inspection is performed for every house and commercial property in Chicago that was build prior to the 1990s. In this post, we’ll discuss the basic steps involved in asbestos inspection and […]
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ERMI stands for Environmental Relative Moldiness Index. It is commonly viewed as the best method to quantify human exposure to mold by many health practitioners, doctors, labs, and water damage assessors. ERMI samples are analyzed while keeping the testing objective, and the results classify selected mold species by referring to a standard database. In this […]
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Asbestos is a fibrous mineral that was once commonly used as a building material due to its insulation and thermal resistance properties. It is a naturally occurring mineral in countries such as Brazil, Russia, China, and South Africa. Since materials made with asbestos were strong, sound absorbent, heat resistant, and incombustible, asbestos was a good […]
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Mold thrives in environments where there is plenty of humidity, moisture, dampness, and isolation. Since a bathtub, shower, or an entire bathroom can remain damp, a mold colony can begin to grow rapidly if left neglected. However, as long as the mold growth has not gotten out of hand, it is also the easiest to […]
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If you are living in an older home in Chicago, it’s important that you have your home tested for asbestos. This testing could be done either by taking samples of materials, or samples of the air in your home that may contain asbestos fibers. Asbestos testing is strongly recommended for materials that have tears, cracks, […]
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White mold is a term that encompasses the many different types of mold that can grow in homes. Like all mold, it thrives on organic substances such as wood, fabric, carpet, and upholstery in the presence of moisture. White mold can be very dangerous, and it may compromise your health and property if not dealt […]
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Asbestos is a naturally occurring mineral that was used in the construction of buildings as a popular insulating material for many years in Chicago. Asbestos is durable, highly flame-resistant, and energy efficient. Plus, it was a cheap material, which is part of the reason why it was commonly used in the construction industry. It was […]
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A major mold infestation can not only ruin your home, but it can have a drastic effect on your health and well-being. Attic mold is a silent foe, but the threat could be equivalent to a family of rodents living in your home, or even worse. One of the basic causes of attic mold is […]
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Asbestos has excellent resistance to high temperatures and, therefore, was an ideal material for manufacturing and insulation decades ago. It was used in everything from commercial building construction and residential houses, to motor vehicles, to ship manufacturing, and more. However, it wasn’t until the 1960s that scientists brought to light the various health hazards of […]
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