Items Tagged with 'contamination testing'

Learn how restorers can use culturing, microscopy, and next-generation sequencing to analyze mold after a hurricane or flood. 

Homeowners face information overload after WUI fires, while real risks linger indoors. This article translates science into practice and defines burn/near/far-field impact zones, separates visible from invisible, outlines forensic sampling strategies, and provides heavy-metal background context with defensible, ALARA-based PRV targets restorers and IHs can use to close complete their projects confidently.

Remediating tear gas contamination indoors demands expert hazard assessment, strict safety standards and customized contracts to protect workers and property owners.

After the January 2025 wildfires in Los Angeles County, toxic smoke and contaminated contents highlight the urgent need for professional cleanup and strict PPE standards.

After a WUI fire, CAM17 studies help identify toxic heavy metals in homes, soil and water, helping guide cleanup, health decisions and insurance claims.

A hidden mold problem nearly cost AJ Callegan his life, now he and his wife are helping others avoid that same fate.

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.