Preventing Water Pooling Under Your House in the SF Bay Area

Water pooling under your house is a serious concern, especially during heavy rains. If you live in the San Francisco Bay Area, this issue can cause significant damage to your property, lead to mold growth, and even compromise the air quality inside your home. At Healthy Building Science, we specialize in environmental inspection and testing,
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Mold Inspection and Testing: Understanding the Process

Mold growth can have a significant impact on indoor air quality, often presenting noticeable signs such as musty odors or causing health issues like allergies. However, mold is not always visible, in many cases it remains hidden silently impacting indoor air quality. Recognizing these signs prompts homeowners and property managers to seek professional mold inspection
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Lead & Asbestos In CA: Why Its Required

Lead and asbestos are serious concerns in California, where regulations prioritize health and safety. Understanding the risks, testing thoroughly, and adhering to professional standards are critical steps in protecting yourself and your community. The Legacy of Lead & Asbestos Lead, once ubiquitous in paints and other products, and asbestos, widely used in construction, have left
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Avoid Mold Mistakes: Why NOT To Use Bleach On Mold

Mold is a common household nuisance, triggering concerns about indoor air quality. In our quest for cleanliness, many turn to the familiar household solution – bleach. However, this seemingly straightforward remedy poses hidden dangers and may not be as effective as commonly believed. Understanding Mold Growth Before diving into the pitfalls of using bleach, let’s
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The Hidden Threat: Legionella and Legionnaires’ Disease

The topic that might not be on your radar, but should definitely be in your knowledge arsenal – Legionella and the potentially fatal Legionnaires’ Disease. And, of course, before we delve into the depths of this crucial subject, allow us to introduce you to our comprehensive environmental testing and inspection services. Putting Health First: Introducing
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Interesting Things About EMF Testing

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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Soil Testing and Contamination Top 10

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Top 10 things people should know about soil quality and soil contamination: Site history matters! If your lot is over an orchard, old landfill or leaking underground storage tank, there will likely be pollution indicators present. Building history matters. If there is (or was) a structure built before 1980 on the property, there have likely
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Bay Area Air Quality Among Worst In Nation

Bay Area Air Quality Among Worst In Nation As an industrial hygienist it came as a surprise that the American Lung Association recently ranked Bay Area air quality among the worst in nation for air pollution and particulates. Unhealthy levels of pollution were found in numerous parts of the country, but the San Francisco Bay
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New OSHA Silica Testing Requirement in Effect

New OSHA Silica Testing Requirement in Effect OSHA has issued two standards (“rules”) to minimize exposure to respirable crystalline silica. One rule applies to construction trades, and the other to general industry and maritime workplaces. This blog focuses on the new OSHA Silica Testing requirements for the construction industry. September 23, 2017, kicked off enforcement for
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What To Do About Dust and Smoke From Fires

Dust and Smoke from Fires Far more people have been impacted by dust and smoke than fires themselves. If you were directly impacted by fires you should read Cleaning After Fire. For others in the region who have been more directly impacted by dust and smoke from fires, please consider these tips to minimize health
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