Top 10 Reasons Why Your Home Smells
Wednesday, 20 March 2024
Are you tired of dealing with mysterious odors in your home? Wondering what might be causing your house to smell? Look no further! At Healthy Building Science, we’re here to help you identify and eliminate those pesky smells for good. Whether it’s mold, water damage, or indoor air quality testing, we have the knowledge and
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The Truth About Spray Foam: A Homeowner’s Guide
Tuesday, 09 January 2024
Today, we’re diving deep into the world of spray foam insulation—unveiling its secrets, both good and ugly. From harmful chemicals to moisture traps and inspection challenges, let’s explore the ins and outs of spray foam to empower you to make informed decisions for your home. The Two Faces of Spray Foam: Closed Cell vs. Open
Why You Need to Build Green in Sonoma & Marin County
Thursday, 27 July 2023
Green building refers to designing and building structures that are eco friendly and resource-efficient throughout their life-cycle, from planning to demolition. In Marin County, green building construction promotes the use of eco-friendly materials, efficient water and waste management systems, and the reduction of energy consumption and greenhouse gas emissions. It also prioritizes promoting indoor air
Say Goodbye to High Energy Bills: The Top Insulation Picks for Homes & Buildings in San Francisco Bay Area
Thursday, 20 April 2023
1. Fiberglass 2. Spray Foam 3. Blow in Blanket 4. Rigid Board 5. Mineral Wool 6. Reflective Insulation has various types and uses in a building or home. Some types are more suitable for new construction or unfinished spaces, while others are easier to use for people interested in doing home remodeling
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The Importance of Proper Drainage Systems for Your Home’s Health: Types of Residential Drainage Systems to Consider
Thursday, 02 March 2023
A well-designed drainage system is essential to remove excess water from your house and helps in the prevention of water-related damage to a home or building. The main objective of a drainage system is to collect and remove waste matter to maintain healthy conditions in and around a building. Having a depth of knowledge about
Fire Proof Building
Tuesday, 30 April 2019
Fire Proof Building The past few summers I’ve been caught somewhat off guard by how vulnerable I feel when dry winds are blowing and smoke fills the sky. I remember very clearly being on the roof, with a mask on, cleaning out gutters and small piles of leaves. As an industrial hygienist, I know harm
- Published in Green Building Consulting, News
A Clean Crawlspace is Better For You and Your Home
Monday, 25 March 2019
Is a Clean Crawlspace Really That Important? Crawlspaces are generally not what anyone would consider “clean.” When was the last time you went into a crawlspace? It’s typically a dark, dank environment where critters and odors scare away even the bravest DIY building owners. Often old construction materials and cardboard boxes are crammed down below,
Interesting Things About EMF Testing
Friday, 09 November 2018
5 Interesting Things About EMF (Electromagnetic Fields): There are 5 different types of “EMF” that are commonly tested in buildings: low frequency magnetic fields low frequency electric fields “dirty electricity”, “high-voltage transients” or “electrical noise” radio frequency (RF) radiation alpha, beta and gamma ionizing radiation Each of the above types of radiation originates from unique
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Dirty Electricity from LEDs
Monday, 05 June 2017
Dirty Electricity from LEDs People interested high fidelity sound systems or low-EMF environments want to minimize electromagnetic interference (AKA: EMI, High-Voltage Transients, Electrical Noise, and Dirty Electricity) from lighting systems. Compact fluorescent lightbulbs (CFLs) – the curly pig tail variety with some mercury in them – are notoriously “dirty” and create significant EMI (Electromagnetic Interference).
IAQ Issues in a LEED Building – Part One
Thursday, 29 December 2016
Air Quality Problems in the EPA’s San Francisco LEED EBOM Building IAQ Issues in a LEED Building Part ONE At the end of February 2016, NBC ran a segment investigating whether the EPA Region 9 building, at 75 Hawthorne Street in downtown San Francisco, was a Sick Building. All answers pointed to yes. In the
- Published in Environmental Testing, Green Building Consulting