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The HOA & Manager’s Guide to Mold in Apartment Complexes
Winter is here and that means one thing when it comes to mold: it’s time for it to grow and spread. Since mold prefers areas with high humidity and moisture, winter can pose an issue for apartment and condo complexes in particular as it is harder for these spaces to regulate the condensation that happens […]
Dangers of Lead in Children’s Toys and the Home
Protecting families from health risks is something everybody wants to do, and within many homes, there are still risks of lead poisoning for children and adults alike. Lead has been banned in many household products and children’s toys, but it is still a problem that can affect families. The holiday season is a big time […]
Understanding Asbestos Risks During Winter Renovations
The holiday and winter seasons are a great time to get together with family and friends, however, it is also a great time to get some home renovations done while off from work. These renovations are often small, but they can still come with risks if working on an older home that could contain asbestos. […]
Student Health Changes – The Link Could be Mold
Mold, hiding inside the walls and ceilings of public buildings, especially schools, is more common than previously thought. This is because it is often difficult to detect, and health and safety regulators have been slow to react.
Household Repairs, Air Quality, and Disclosure – What They…
Up until the mid-1980s, many common building materials and components in use contained asbestos. It is relatively easy to disturb, even when performing trivial repairs. You could be putting yourself and your loved ones at risk and not even know it.
Lead Paint Removal and Disposal
Lead paint was the most common type of paint for many years and used heavily in most homes built before 1978 in the United States. However, after the discovery of the dangers of lead it was phased out of household products and building materials. Today, lead still remains in many older buildings and pipes, causing issues for people and water contamination.
The Legacy of Lead – Toxicity and the Removal and Remediat…
Are you noticing a bunch of old paint flaking off window and door trimmings at one of your company’s older commercial sites? It might be tempting to think you can scrape it off yourself and let the chips go down the drain. This could be very harmful to the site’s septic system, and adjacent drainage […]
Asbestos in the Housing Market – Popcorn Ceilings
Know the risks before planning a ceiling makeover in an older home, and what to do when DIY is not a safe option.
Lead Paint: What is it and How to Safely Deal with it?
Before the 1980s, all kinds of residential paints contained lead, which is a highly harmful toxin. The problem still lingers in older apartments, residential complexes, and even commercial buildings.
Why Asbestos Abatement and Disposal are Best Left to the Pros
Asbestos abatement professionals work with a commitment of keeping people safe and provide healthy indoor environments. These experts stay aligned with all OSHA, EPA, Department of Transportation, and county-specific air quality district rules and regulations.
Why Luxury Homes Still Need Remediation Services
The hot housing market has only made remediation services more important, especially for luxury homes. We explain what remediation services are, the types you can get and why they have become so important. It's no secret that the housing markets in Los Angeles, Hollywood Hills and Beverly Hills has exploded over the past few years. Housing prices are steeply rising as demand only increases. With…
Mold Abatement in Schools: Keeping Children and Teachers Safe
Schools across the country are set to reopen after the summer break and many of them will have been shuttered for over a year. The possibility of unchecked mold growth over these many months is very high. Find out more about the importance of inspections for mold and what to do if there is a mold problem. Shuttered schools are reopening as the country emerges…
Indoor Air Quality Posts
Air Scrubbers and Negative Air Machines Are Useful Tools in Impr…
The impact that forest and structural fires have on indoor air quality can be quite severe. Whether a property is in close proximity to a fire or has been damaged directly by the flames, smoke can negatively impact the air quality within the building. Smoke damage requires specialized equipment and technicians to thoroughly and effectively restore the property back to a healthy and clean environment.…
COVID Cleaning, Sanitizing, and Disinfection using ProKure®
Learn about the product ProKure® and its ability to clean, sanitize, and disinfect, as well as its effectiveness against COVID-19.
COVID Cleaning, Sanitizing, and Disinfection using ProKure®
Learn about the product ProKure® and its ability to clean, sanitize, and disinfect, as well as its effectiveness against COVID-19.
The Importance of Professional Tear Gas Remediation
Cleaning tear gas is a dangerous and important task. Always hire a professional tear gas remediation company. Tear gas, also called a riot control agent, is used by law enforcement officials and military personnel in order to quickly disperse a crowd. The term refers to a variety of toxic aerosols including pepper spray and mace. These compounds are highly poisonous and cause severe negative effects when…
Film and Television Production in the Times of COVID-19
The COVID-19 pandemic brought the entire world to a standstill and people everywhere have been staying home to stay safe for many months. Unfortunately, at a time when more people than ever before are watching television, movies and streaming services, film and television production has been drastically slowed down by the pandemic. According to Ampere Analysis, […]
The Importance of Duct Cleaning After Restoration & Remodel
Film and Television Production in the Times of COVID-19
Though the pandemic slowed down film and tv production, it is back on track. Many protocols are in place to ensure the health and safety of everyone involved.
The Importance of Duct Cleaning After Restoration & Remodel
Why Disinfection Services are Essential
Why should companies and landlords hire disinfection services? There are many reasons why disinfection services are crucial, especially during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Commercial Stadiums and Arenas Disinfection: A New Approach
Discover how stadiums and arenas can use new approaches to ensure that disinfection is assured for the returning spectator public.
Improving Indoor Air Quality in Schools
With students returning to in-person learning, many families find themselves questioning the safety of the return to the classroom. While it can seem daunting, research and health experts have expressed in-person learning to be a safe environment when proper protocols are in place. One of the most important protocols? Ensuring effective air ventilation within the classroom
Covid-19 Updated Blog – January 2021
2021 kicks off with mixed emotions. Hope for the future as a coronavirus vaccine begins to roll out but concern for the present as new strains of the virus are discovered and spreading. Variants of the virus include the UK strain, the South African and now variants out of Ohio and California.
Demolition Posts
Asbestos Demolition Inspection
If there is a building that needs to be demolished it needs to be checked if...
A Guide to a Good Demolition Safety Plan
As new cities are developing and more new buildings are being built, cities are...
Buildings Red-Tagged After Earthquake
We hope everyone had a relaxed and safe Labor Day weekend. As well all go back to work and many back to school many business owners in Napa Valley are still rattled by the earthquake that hit the area a couple of days ago. There has been about 90 aftershocks ever since the earthquake hit. […]
Aftermath of the Napa Earthquake
Days have passed since the scary earthquake shook the San Francisco Bay Area. The earthquake was a magnitude of 6.0 and it was centered near the city of Napa.Our Team has been contacted to help clean up. Read our blog post about what the company is doing and other tips we offer. The aftermath of recovering from […]
Natural Disaster Cleanup: Wine in Napa Valley
The largest earthquake since 1989 hit wine country this weekend and our beloved Napa Valley wineries have a big cleanup project ahead. This is not your dinner guest’s red wine stain on the carpet! It’s hard to think of a worse place for an earthquake for California businesses and tourism–buildings filled with glass bottles holding irreplaceable beverages! […]
How to Find a Good Contractor? 7 Common Traits of Bad Contractor…
Every job has its own unique demands, and sometimes those demands will outstretch the capacity of your firm. That’s when it becomes necessary to hire a subcontractor to complete the smaller tasks in order to get the greater job done. While some contractors have long-standing, productive relationships with subcontractors, others must choose from a list […]
$75 Million Lawsuit Over Mold at the Board of Equalization Build…
Yesterday in Airtek’s blog we talked about indoor air quality in commercial buildings and how mold can affect not only the air quality in a building but also the health of employees. A recent news broke out that several state workers are suing the California Board of Equalization for $75 million for not providing a safe workplace […]
Demolition Projects in California
There has been many demolition projects in California.Two of the main demolition projects have been the process of two projects that will take a couple of years to be completed. The first project is the beginning of demolishing buildings in Central Valley. Recently a building in Fresno was demolished in preparation for California's High Speed Rail Construction.
Demolition and Asbestos
When a demolition is going to take place, there needs to be specific preparations that need to take place. For example, performing asbestos abatement, removing hazardous materials, obtaining permits and developing safety and work plans. However, when these precautions are not taken into consideration, debris can become a significant danger especially if there might have been asbestos before the demolition. Recently in Oregon, The Department…
ThermaPureHeat for Construction Dryouts
There are many reasons that new construction can be done with wet lumber: Green wood used for building Wet weather during construction or delivery of materials High humidity Working more quickly than wood can dry Unfortunately, the use of green or damp lumber in new construction can lead to mold problems before a house is […]
LEED and Soft Demolition
As part of our Demolition section, our soft demolition services includes partial or complete structure demolition, selective interior or exterior demolition and total building interior strip outs. During this process we are aware of LEED requirements and regulations. LEED or Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design is helping to deliver more energy and overall environmentally […]
News on the Demolition Industry
“When you know better, you do better.” That is a quote by Maya Angelou. Great quote to start the day because if you apply this at work, researching and educating yourself on the industry you work in will make you better. Our company serves several industries. Our company also has a demolition division. Keeping that […]
Team Heat Posts
Your Guide to Prepping Facilities for Winter
When we think of winterizing, we often simply think about preparing for the colder temperatures, ensuring that pipes don’t burst and the like. But proper winterization is about more than inspecting pipes. It’s about improving the heating efficiency in your facilities, increasing safety and workflows, and ensuring that the occupants are comfortable and content throughout […]
When and Why You Should Remove and Replace Your Attic Insulation
Keeping your home warm in the winter, cool in the summer, and energy-efficient all year-round is important. The key factor in achieving this is a properly insulated home. You may think of wall insulation as what ensures your home has adequate temperature control throughout the seasons, but your attic insulation is important too.
Heat Treatment for Bed Bugs – What to do if you find bed b…
With summer in full swing, that means many of us are traveling. That also means many of us are staying in hotels and sleeping in beds that are not ours. With that, comes fear for many travelers: bed bugs.
Rest Easy: Avoid These Three Bed Bug Removal Mistakes
Rest Easy: Avoid These Three Bed Bug Removal Mistakes There are actually bed bug removal mistakes people try that make the problem worse. Depend on bed bug removal companies for trusted advice, effective elimination processes, and reassurance that promises the rest people deserve.
Attic Insulation Removal: How Does It Work?
Attic insulation is instrumental in keeping your home comfortable, but sometimes it needs to be replaced. Smoke from a small or nearby fire can cause health concerns, as can rodent, bird, or bug infestations that could require repair. Or you could just be remodelling and need to change up your attic's layout. Either way, attic insulation can be tricky, so it's best to talk to…
Drywood Termite Treatment Case Study
In the summer of 2018, Alliance received a call from Mark Russell with California Termite Solutions representing a homeowner with a property in escrow. The homeowner needed to clear up a termite infestation before the sale could be closed. Looking to complete the sale within days, they did not have time to use a traditional […]
Protecting Workers in Excessive Heat Conditions
The past few years have been some of the highest temperatures on record. Although the humidity and temperatures are rising, outdoor jobs and projects must still be completed. Any construction, landscaping, or other physical laborious tasks can cause workers to be at a high risk of catching heat stroke and other heat related illnesses. It […]
Why Bed Bugs Are Hard to Kill
Every living thing on Earth has a unique set of strategies to adapt to life-threatening situations in the environment," says Fang Zhu, Ph.D., a leader of an international research at the American Chemical Society (ACS).
Increase of Bedbug Insurance Claims by U.S. Businesses
According to Allianz, a financial services company, there has been a recent spike in bedbugs for animal insurance claims. U.S. claims involving bed bugs has increased 50% between 2014 and 2015.
Bed Bug Season is Among Us
We’ve all heard the expression ’sleep tight, don’t let the bed bugs bite!’ but when is it time to truly worry about bed bugs? The answer is now! As the weather begins to warm up, unwanted pests are beginning to move around. Travel season is among us – with Spring break just passing, Memorial day […]
Top Cities with Bed Bug Infestations
Unfortunately, the bed bug infestations number continues to grow on a daily basis. Almost ten years ago, bed bugs were unheard of; today, we have a record breaking number for people effected by bed bugs in the United States. According to the National Pest Management Association, about 99.6% of all pest control professionals have treated […]
Did you see? We’re in the CAI Magazine!
Featured in the July/August 2016 CAI magainze, Alliance Environmental Group’s Marketing and Events Manager, Leslee Jones, wrote an article about treating bed bugs with heat. Since it is featured in the Community Associations Institute (CAI) magaine, the article discusses bed bugs from a property management perspective, It touches on the subject of what a bed […]
Trauma Cleanup Posts
Best Professional Cleanup Practices When Illegal Drug Contaminat…
Trauma cleanup specialists can also handle the cleanup after bio-hazardous materials and illegal drug labs. Here are some of the best practices and why you should contact professionals to help in these situations.
Benefits of an Illegal Drug Decontamination Service
Why clients need an illegal drug decontamination service and the benefits this service provides. Illegal drug decontamination is a crucial undertaking after drug-related incidents or drug use within a space and should be performed by a verified illegal drug decontamination company.
Why You Need Crime Scene Cleanup Services
What is crime scene cleanup and why do you need crime scene cleanup services? Has there been an incident involving criminal activity or a questionable death recently which you need to take care of? Crime scene cleanup services are an essential component of removing biohazards, such as bodily fluids or pathogens. But what exactly do they do, and why are they so crucial? Crime scene…
Things You Need to Know About Suicide Clean Up
An unfortunate part of life is the tragedy of losing someone, and when that happens through a suicide, it becomes even more heartbreaking for many. Could it have been prevented? What could have been done differently to de-escalate the situation? How does one move on from a loss through such actions? While these are questions to ask for a long time, the more immediate situation…
What are the Benefits of Hiring a Trauma Cleanup Expert
What Are the Benefits of Hiring a Trauma Clean Up Expert? The dark side of life involves some truly horrifying occurrences, from deaths to natural disasters. A proper cleanup of these disasters prevents contamination and further property damage, and there are some key reasons to consult a trauma cleanup agency. The Reality of Disasters. One […]
Don’t Roll the Dice on Crime and Trauma Scene Cleanup Serv…
Once officials have investigated and collected evidence at the scene of crime that’s been contaminated with biological material, there’s only one thing left to do: clean up. After all the disruption and chaos, you want things to return to normal as quickly as possible. You might be tempted to have your regular maintenance team clean […]
Don’t Roll the Dice on Crime and Trauma Scene Cleanup Serv…
Once officials have investigated and collected evidence at the scene of crime that’s been contaminated with biological material, there’s only one thing left to do: clean up. After all the disruption and chaos, you want things to return to normal as quickly as possible. You might be tempted to have your regular maintenance team clean […]
Creating a Home Inventory List in the Event of a Loss
Damage caused by water and fire can be traumatic. Natural disasters are something that can be planned for, but you’re never fully prepared. In the unfortunate scenario of a water or fire loss, it is most important to stay calm. There are many professionals who are ready to help. The first step is to call your […]
It’s Not if, It’s When
Encountering a scene that involves blood, body fluids or human waste can leave property management with the question of what to do. Do you call maintenance? Do you call Corporate? Does the waste end up in your property dumpsters? Can you inadvertently be putting yourself, your employees and other tenants at risk? Society has become […]
Cleaning up the Bad & the Ugly with Alliance
Being a property manager unfortunately means dealing with a plethora of unforeseen events. Sometimes, they are not the type of events that any one wants to handle or even knows how to handle. For some of these bad and ugly unexpected events, Alliance Environmental Group is here to help in any way we can. Here are some instances where we can assist property managers in…
Bio/Hazard Interview
We wanted to highlight one of our newest team members, Robert McKeever in our Bio/Hazard Cleanup division by conducting an interview. What are your primary job responsibilities in your new position with Alliance Environmental Group? RM: I oversee the biohazard division which includes trauma scene cleaning and homes affected with methanphetomine and hoarding clean up. This […]
Case Study – Hoarding | Alliance
Hoarding situations can be highly sensitive and, in some cases, present a potential danger or hazard to personal health and safety. In this case, the client had been hoarding for over 20 years. They had been red-tagged by the city code enforcement and fire department, and Alliance Environmental was brought in to clean out the […]
Press Release Posts
Airtek Indoor Air Solutions, Mintie Service, and Coast IAQ &…
AZUSA, Calif., Oct. 26, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Alliance Environmental's Co-founders Jeff and Joe McLean are proud to introduce Alliance IAQ & Life Safety Services.
MINTIE Provides Proven Worldwide COVID Surge Capacity Solution a…
AZUSA, Calif., Oct. 18, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- With the worldwide healthcare industry commemorating International Infection Prevention Week, October 17-23, MINTIE LLC, a third-generation healthcare product innovator and an Alliance Environmental Group company, continues its efforts at infection prevention in the fight against COVID-19 and the Delta Variant.
Alliance Environmental Group, LLC. Acquires Thermatech Northwest…
AZUSA, Calif., Oct. 13, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Alliance Environmental Group, LLC is pleased to announce the acquisition of Thermatech Northwest Inc. and the continuation of the expansion of the Group on the West Coast.
MINTIE LLC Announces Nationwide Rental Program for Award-Winning…
The Company's Environmental Containment Unit (ECU4), VIRUSKILLER® Air Decontamination Products Now Available for Job-to-Job On-Demand Use
MINTIE LLC, LOG6 SOLUTIONS LLC Join Forces for VIRUSKILLER&trade…
Indoor Air Quality Takes Center Stage for Companies' Infection Prevention in Continued Battle Against COVID-19 & Delta Variant.
ALLIANCE ENVIRONMENTAL GROUP, LLC. CONTINUES WEST COAST EXPANSIO…
Azusa, Calif. (September 01, 2019) – Alliance Environmental Group LLC, a leading environmental contractor, proudly announced today that it has expanded its operations and opened its first office in Nevada. The new workplace is located at 2138 Highland Avenue, Las Vegas, NV 89102. The new office will give the Las Vegas community access to the full […]
ALLIANCE ENVIRONMENTAL GROUP, LLC. ACQUIRES MINTIE CORPORATION
Azusa, Calif. (April 2, 2019) — Alliance Environmental Group, LLC announced today that it has acquired an interest in Mintie Corporation, a leading service and product solutions developer providing indoor air quality management, preventative maintenance, portable infection control, mass isolation and environmental containment solutions. “We are excited to add the Mintie Corporation to our portfolio,” said […]
ALLIANCE ENVIRONMENTAL OPENS NEW OFFICE IN SACRAMENTO
ALLIANCE ENVIRONMENTAL OPENS NEW OFFICE IN SACRAMENTO Azusa, Calif. (January 2, 2019) – Alliance Environmental Group, a leading environmental contractor, has opened an office in Sacramento, California. Located at 8166 14th Ave. Suite G, this becomes the thirteenth office in the state. The new office will initially offer the full range of insulation services, including […]
Alliance Environmental Opens New Office in Fresno
Azusa, Calif. (September 14, 2018) — Alliance Environmental Group, a leading environmental contractor, has opened its newest office in Fresno, California. The new workplace, located at 3505 W. Gettysburg, Fresno, CA 93722, is the twelfth office in the state. Servicing the central valley, the Fresno office will be led by Brian McGrath, an experienced executive with […]
Alliance Environmental Group, Inc. Acquires SoCal Indoor Air Ser…
Azusa, Calif. (November 25, 2017) — Alliance Environmental Group, Inc. announced today that it has acquired SoCal Indoor Services, a premier air duct cleaning business in Orange County. The company will be folded into the AirTek Indoor Air Solutions brand, effective immediately. “As our business continues to grow in Orange County, we wanted to create a […]
Alliance’s Hands on Training Centers
Alliance Environmental Group, a leading environmental contractor, has launched a third hands-on training center in San Jose. This training center is in addition to our training centers in San Diego and Azusa. Training is provided for a variety of businesses including property and facility management, insurance adjusters, and our in-house labor team, pertaining to environmental […]
Alliance’s Hands on Training Centers
Alliance Environmental Group, a leading environmental contractor, has launched a third hands-on training center in San Jose. This training center is in addition to our training centers in San Diego and Azusa. Training is provided for a variety of businesses including property and facility management, insurance adjusters, and our in-house labor team, pertaining to environmental […]
Newsletter Posts
ALLIANCE NEWS – NEWSLETTER 20
Here’s wishing you a wonderful start to 2022 and a prosperous year ahead. With a new year, we are afforded with the opportunity for us to focus on ensuring safety while effectively addressing indoor air quality and the need for us as a community to maintain clean and sanitary environments at home, school, workplace, or […]
ALLIANCE NEWS – NEWSLETTER 19
December has dawned upon us, and we have entered the final stretch of what can be summarized as a tumultuous year. The holiday season is here, and as we look back on the past year, we can reflect on how we have had to adapt to pandemic life and living in this new normal way […]
ALLIANCE NEWS – NEWSLETTER 18
We have just commenced with the penultimate month of the year, and we have a lot to be thankful for. November marks National Gratitude month. As we move ahead with our daily lives and routines, we should be reminded of the importance of Thanksgiving and giving back. In chronological order, November 11 is Veterans Day. We acknowledge the Veterans and those that have selflessly served…
ALLIANCE NEWS – NEWSLETTER 17
With the blink of an eye, the year has almost passed us by, as we approach the last quarter of 2021 and October brings with it quite an interesting and eventful month. With celebrations such as Oktoberfest and Halloween, we also throw the spotlight on a significant cause of Breast Cancer Awareness. October is also officially recognized as National Indoor Air Quality Awareness Month, which…
ALLIANCE NEWS – NEWSLETTER 16
September is here and annually we commemorate national preparedness month. We find ourselves at the crossroads between wildfire season, school districts reopening for in-person learning, the continual dangers and concerns of Covid-19, and the various variants that are still harming our society and the ongoing threat of potential disasters from earthquakes to mudslides.
ALLIANCE NEWS – NEWSLETTER 15
The Western states of the US have seen scorching and dry conditions. The sweltering heat combined with drought across California has spurred wildfires. Summer travel and vacation have been close to pre-pandemic levels as people want to go out and enjoy recreational and leisure activities. A concern, though, most recently is that Covid-19 cases have seen an uptick with surges in several states, including areas…
ALLIANCE NEWS – NEWSLETTER 14
June is National Safety Month. There couldn't be a more critical time for our communities, employees, and society as a whole to be safe. California has officially reopened, and in some instances, it would be 15 months since businesses have started operation once again.
ALLIANCE NEWS – NEWSLETTER 13
May is National Wildfire Awareness Month. As we have all begun to realize, wildfires cause significant destruction to property and affect the livelihoods of civilians. California has experienced severe drought, and the dry conditions tend to be a catalyst for brush fires. Due to the impact of climate change, the traditional wildfire season extends for more prolonged periods, as can be recently seen by the…
ALLIANCE NEWS – NEWSLETTER 12
April is World Earth Month and the sustainability of preserving our planet is imperative. Alliance Environmental Group and our subsidiary companies, take pride in ensuring best practices are followed when any environmental remediation or indoor air quality services are performed. We believe in using products that are environmentally friendly and performing tasks that require a lesser carbon footprint.
ALLIANCE NEWS – NEWSLETTER 11
Schools, buildings, and businesses are getting ready to reopen as the numbers of new Covid-19 infections decline. Some buildings and facilities have been closed since March 2020 and have not resumed usual operations. Even though vaccine distribution has increased and we move into less restricted tiers, we must not let our guard down. We still need to maintain our social distance, wear masks and wash…
ALLIANCE NEWS – NEWSLETTER 10
2021 seems to be moving at a brisk pace already - we began the new year with a sense of optimism, hope and caution. Many areas of California welcomed the new year under extended stay at home orders as Covid-19 infections continued rising, particularly in densely populated areas. With a vaccine approved and in distribution, we look towards a better and brighter future for family,…
ALLIANCE NEWS – NEWSLETTER 9
We have welcomed fall with the return of a favorite pastime - sports, sports, and more sports. It has been a very strange and peculiar season. While current safety measures and restrictions mean limited to no live game attendance, parties or gatherings, we can still enjoy the games from the comfort of home and (hopefully) big-screen TVs. Basketball and baseball seasons have recently ended -…
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