If your home or apartment building was built before 1978, there’s a possibility that it could contain lead paint. Lead paint was commonly used up until the federal regulations banning it went into effect in 1978 due to health concerns. So if you’re a homeowner...
Asbestos describes a natural mineral fiber that can be found in rock and soil. The versatility of the material, including its strength, resistance to heat and insulating qualities, has made it a common component used in a variety of building materials. However,...
It’s too early to know whether this winter will be a wet one, but we can hope, rigth? But as every 5th grader in California learns, there are many different climates in California. Northern California and the coast are often damp and foggy. Southern California,...
Asbestos is extremely dangerous to human health when the fibers become airborne. Manufacturers of building supplies originally used it in building materials because of its insulating, heat-resistant and fire-retarding properties. In older homes, you may find...
Mold can grow at any time of the year. Although, it you might think it can grow more during summer days mold can still grow in the winter. In AirTek’s blog, we talked about how you can winterize your home during the winter to avoid water damage. Today we wanted...
are used to hearing about lung and allergy problems from mold spores. And they make sense to us: breathe in mold spores and they will affect your respiratory and immune systems. QED. But what if mold also caused mental health issues? It might! Studying Health Problems...
