Despite strict guidelines by the EPA, lead poisoning remains a prevalent problem in the US. Most private homes and commercial properties built before 1978—including public buildings like schools—contain lead-based paint and other building materials. Protecting your family, your employees, and the
3 Ways to Protect Yourself from Asbestos during a Home Remodel
Once the DIY bug bites, most homeowners are itching to dive headfirst into a renovation project. That means rolling up your sleeves, hitting the hardware store, and watching YouTube tutorials until you feel ready to conquer whichever section of your home needs a face lift. But if your home was built
5 Tips for Finding Hidden Water Leaks in Your Atlanta Home
Summer storms do a lot more damage than ruining weekend plans. We’ve seen overflowing gutters cause major mold issues inside stucco walls, minuscule pin holes lead to long term water damage, and countless other situations where minor or invisible leaks have led to structure damage and health risks
Does Your Commercial Property Have an Asbestos Problem? Here’s What to Do
Does your commercial property contain asbestos? The use of asbestos-containing building materials (ACBM) violates federal regulations, but commercial buildings built before EPA restrictions went into place may contain this toxic material. Because asbestos doesn’t pose a health risk unless disturbed,
Are You Overlooking the Biggest Danger of Water Damage?
When a summer squall, winter storm, or burst pipe causes a water event, homeowners and property managers have three immediate concerns: Remove standing water Fix the source of the leak Prevent mold growth These are all crucial components of cleaning up after a water event, but there’s one
Are You Making One of These 4 DIY Mold Removal Mistakes?
Between the constant rain and the sudden desire to clean your house from top to bottom, spring feels like the perfect time to tackle DIY mold remediation. But before you gear up with rubber gloves and a heavy duty scrubber, make sure you’re not making one of these common mold removal mistakes. 4
Do You Need to Hire a Commercial Abatement Specialist?
When it comes to asbestos abatement, lead paint removal, and mold remediation, you may think that certification is all that matters. After all, remediation specialists all master the same processes and comply with the same laws, don’t they? Not so fast. Commercial and residential cleanup services
Does Your Job Have a High Risk of Asbestos, Lead, or Mold Exposure? You May Be Surprised
Maybe you’ve never considered your risk of exposure to asbestos, lead, or mold. Maybe you have, but it doesn’t feel like a threat. After all, you’re not a remediation professional. Maybe you sit in an office all day. Perhaps your home DIY projects don’t involve demo, just a scraper and a fresh coat