What is the InstaScope? This new instrument is changing how professionals perform mold tests, mold inspections, and mold removal. InstaScope is the new way to sample air and receive real-time information about every room so you can know if mold is present in a structure. After a mold inspection, it can take days for the…
Thinking of having your house remodelled this summer? Here is something we think you should know before getting a project started. Lead Paint Removal Requirements The Lead, Renovation, Repair and Painting rule requires all contractors working on home and child occupied facilities built before 1978 to be trained and certified in lead free work practices.…
As baby boomers continue to age, and the economy as a whole moves forward, we’re beginning to see a new way of looking at our housing options. Seniors don’t need the space they did when they had families at home, and are demanding a whole different look at the way they live. Here are 8…
Whether you are up in Boulder, or across the Front Range, because we live on the plains, we’re always at risk for wind damage to our homes and other belongings. So how do you protect your home from wind damage? Start at the top. The more open and exposed an item is, the more at…
Mold is a natural part of our environment. You’ll find mold growth all through nature as dead organic matter like fallen leaves and dead plants break down. Yet indoors, mold should be avoided because of its risks. Mold starts as tiny spores, and quickly replicates by floating, landing and growing on any surface that is…
Think carbon monoxide poisoning occurs mainly in the winter months? Think again. Carbon monoxide poisoning is caused by a variety of different things, and can occur just as easily in the summer months as the winter. As the weather warms up here in Colorado, keep these tips in mind. Charcoal gives off carbon monoxide. Never…
Even though Colorado is a dry, cold climate, it doesn’t prevent it from being the 9th in the U.S. for incidence of mold and mold intrusion. Mold isn’t always caused by standing water, or humid conditions – things you normally associate with mold buildup. Watch these 8 areas in your home to keep your family…
According to the National Fire Protection Association, 85 percent of all fire related deaths occur inside the home. Half of all these occur at night. While its easy not to think “fire prevention” as you move about your everyday tasks, it should be a top priority for every family, especially before retiring for the evening.…
You have an older home. Should you know how to test for mold? How often should you test? How to know what to look for? Mold Testing Mold is the one thing that can send fear into any homeowner. It’s not something you normally look for. It’s not something that’s easy to find, especially with…
Mold is the last thing we ever expect to find in our homes. Is there a way to watch for it and catch it before it creates a lot of problems? Mold Damage 101 – What to Look For Here are 10 warning signs your home may have a mold problem. Watch for pipe leaks.…