Vaulted Ceilings & Mold: Preventing Moisture Intrusion

Vaulted ceilings bring an elegant sense of openness to homes. However, they can present unique risks. Moisture intrusion often plays a hidden role. Without proper ventilation, air can stagnate high above living spaces. Consequently, humidity accumulates and condensation forms. Over time, water stains appear. In worse cases, mold grows. This post will explore why this
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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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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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The ONLY 3 Tools You Need to Find Mold

Discovering mold in your home can be a concerning issue, affecting both your health and the structural integrity of your living space. Identifying and addressing mold early is crucial. In this blog, we'll guide you through the essential tools you need to effectively find mold in your home.
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Why You Need to Build Green in Sonoma & Marin County

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
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The Importance of Proper Drainage Systems for Your Home’s Health: Types of Residential Drainage Systems to Consider

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
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Healthy Building Science taking care of our community

growing concern for the spread of the Coronavirus (COVID-10)
With growing concern about the spread of Coronavirus (COVID-19), we at HBS (Healthy Building Science) want our clients and community to know we are taking precautionary measures to ensure their safety, health, and well-being as a top priority.  In addition to our standard Health and Safety Program at HBS, our staff has been instructed to
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Indoor Air Pollution Near Busy Roads

Indoor Air Pollution Near Busy Roads Freeways and other busy roads are sources of elevated auto emissions and indoor air pollution. These emissions can be harmful to human health for both people on the roads and people working, walking, and living nearby. Nearly 20% of the United States population lives near a high volume road,
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San Francisco Green Building – The Exploratorium

San Francisco Green Building – Exploratorium Case Study Being an environmental inspector at Healthy Building Science it’s not surprising that I have an interest in buildings, science and the environment. As I watched the sunrise from the rooftop of the Exploratorium during one of my moonlighting shifts as an Exploratorium special events technician, it’s no
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What are Sustainable Construction Documents?

What are Sustainable Construction Documents? Everything you’ve always wanted to know about Sustainable Construction Documents, but were afraid to ask. An Architects Explains Sustainable Construction Documents From time to time I find myself explaining the process and make up of sustainable construction documents to various people. So it recently occurred to me that it would
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