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Buying or renting a house or apartment for the first time is often supposed to be one of the most exciting times in your life. Unfortunately, many first time buyers and renters may not be aware of one of the biggest hurdles in the way of a good home and that’s toxins. Potential hazards continue […]
OK, you’ve just finished your MA home inspection and your inspector has noted the presence of water supply lines in the home made of Polybutylene Plastic, also known as “PB pipe”. So, what’s the scoop? PB pipe was manufactured between 1978 and 1994 for use as piping in home plumbing systems. It offered plenty of advantages over […]
Below is the Center for Disease Control and Prevention’s (CDC –http://www.cdc.gov/) Official statement on Mold, Dampness, and your Health. I have added my own comments in regards to this statement at the bottom: Facts about Mold and Dampness There is always some mold everywhere – in the air and on many surfaces. Molds have been […]
Dust mites are microscopic arachnids that thrive indoors in warm, moist places, such as the insides of pillows and mattresses. They feed on dead skin that is regularly shed by humans and their pets. The harm posed to building occupants by dust mites is slight compared to other minuscule bed-dwellers, such as bed bugs. Yet, […]
Often times, I get a chance to ask a potential customer of mine on the phone what some of the other companies may be offering for services and/or prices. It’s a great way to stay competitive. It’s also a great way to keep abreast of what’s going on. When it comes to Mold Inspection and […]
Often times, I get a chance to ask a potential customer of mine on the phone what some of the other companies may be offering for services and/or prices. It’s a great way to stay competitive. It’s also a great way to keep abreast of what’s going on. When it comes to Mold Inspection and […]
Heating oil, which is more commonly known as Fuel Oil No. 2, is used to heat 7.7 million American homes each year, according to the U.S. Department of Energy. Heating oil is in a category of fuel oil that also includes Fuel Oil No. 1 (kerosene), range oil and jet fuel. It is essentially the […]
How Safe is the Water in Your Home? Should we assume that all our tap water is pure and safe to drink? This is a question that is too rarely asked, although the answer has to be negative. Most of the domestic supply is of excellent quality, but recent stories about methane contamination due to […]
Does Mold pose a Risk to your Home? A disturbing number of things can present a health risk in a home, from a faulty gas boiler to a contaminated water supply. One often overlooked health hazard is mold. If you have a mold problem in your home then you should not just be concerned about how bad […]
Think You Might Have a Bed Bug Problem? How to Deal with One of America’s Worst Pests Home maintenance issues are not always about leaking roofs and spreading mold across ceilings and walls. Bed bugs are a massive issue for many Americans, and it seems that the problem is getting bigger. In 2013, 99.6 percent of professional […]