Items Tagged with 'indoor air quality'

Learn about maintaining controlled environments and how they can significantly enhance indoor air quality, protecting health and wellness by minimizing contamination from various sources. 

A recent discussion highlighted the complexities of health hazards in water-damaged buildings (WDB). While mold is a well-known concern, the dangers extend far beyond, including bacteria, mycotoxins and other harmful agents. Discover why proper remediation is crucial and why many projects fall short, leaving vulnerable individuals at risk.

Discover how AJ and Becky Callegan transformed a life-threatening scare into a mission to improve home building and air quality. In this episode of "Ask The Expert," the husband-and-wife team shares their inspiring story, highlighting the importance of mold awareness and indoor air quality advocacy.

Rising temperatures and extreme weather events are fueling a surge in mold-related cases, forcing restoration professionals to adapt. Find out how climate-driven challenges are reshaping mold remediation efforts and the innovative solutions paving the way for a more resilient future.

Discover the essential measures building owners must take to protect indoor air quality from wildfire smoke and restore safety after a fire. Learn about addressing air contaminants, preventing mold and implementing proactive air purification strategies

As temperatures drop and we spend more time indoors, maintaining good indoor air quality (IAQ) becomes increasingly important. The air you breathe can significantly impact your health, with pollutants like VOCs and mold posing serious risks. Learn how to improve your IAQ this winter and protect your well-being.

In the world of disaster restoration, ensuring optimal indoor air quality (IAQ) is crucial for the health and safety of building occupants. Stanley Yeskolski, IAQA Vice President, highlights essential IAQ concepts and practical tips for restoration professionals to effectively tackle smoke, mold, chemical contaminants, and other pollutants in post-disaster scenarios. Stay ahead in the industry by understanding the importance of IAQ in every restoration project.

Learn how to construct effective containment areas with negative pressure to ensure a safe and efficient restoration process. This step-by-step guide, powered by KnowHow, covers everything from setting up barriers to maintaining proper airflow. 

In this episode of Ask the Expert, Dr. Alex LeBeau discusses the critical role industrial hygienists play in restoration. From evolving protections to addressing hidden dangers in disaster response, gain valuable insights into how these experts ensure safe and effective practices.