Over the years various materials have been developed and widely used in buildings, only to discover, years later, that they inflict disastrous effects on the health of humans. Sometimes these materials are easy to replace, but some are very difficult or even dangerous...
I recently read that many students in a country in Europe dorm where asbestos was present without even knowing. The university did not tell their students there are materials that contain asbestos because the materials are low risked. It is something scary for...
While asbestos is no longer the large-scale, go-to ingredient for industrial products such as insulation, fire retardants, and flooring, it is still seemingly everywhere. The problem is that its applications were so widespread for over a century before its dangers...
(Image Source:madcleaningllc) Mold will usually be seen in the bathroom or basements, however mold can grow in attics as well. When mold exists in the attic the items that are store inside might have mold as well. Mold in the attic is sometimes unseen, because you...
When mold is a factor in apartments, tenants will complain of having mold in their apartments. There are several steps that property managers need to take in order to safely and properly handle a complain from a tenant. Tenants need to inform building management as...
After the big lead paint case in California, more and more communities are becoming aware of the danger of lead based paint in homes and in public buildings. In Michigan, thousands of children can be exposed to lead paint which can cause lead poisoning. A study done...
