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Children and Radon: Protecting the Most Vulnerable
Today on the blog, we’re going to talk about something that might be right under our noses—literally. It’s called radon gas, and it's a natural part of the very ground we walk on. But when it seeps into our homes, it can pose a risk that's particularly concerning for...
What Happens During Radon Testing?
Learn about the radon testing process for a home. Background Information Radon is a natural gas that is odorless, invisible, and radioactive. It is released from the ground from different sources such as rocks, soil, and water, and can seep into homes and buildings...
How Improving Indoor Air Quality Can Create A Healthier Life For Your Family
Overview: Today we engage in more activities indoors than ever before. We work remotely more often. Our children spend more time at home studying and connecting online. And we can even do anything from virtual group workouts to binge watching the latest movies for...
Six Great Ways That Asbestos Testing Can Increase Your Property Value
Did you know that asbestos testing can potentially increase your property’s value? That’s because an asbestos survey helps provide transparency and assurance to potential buyers, investors, and occupants—giving everyone more peace of mind. Here are six ways which...
Governor Vetoes CA AB 249: Water Quality Standards for K-12
The proposed California Assembly Bill 249 (AB 249), also known as the Safe Drinking Water for Children Act, was recently vetoed by Governor Gavin Newsom. According to Newsom, “…the bill lacks key provisions for efficiently administering the funding and inadequate to...
The Hidden Risks of Demolition without a J# Permit in the SF Bay Area
When it comes to demolishing buildings in the Bay Area, it's not just about tearing down the property. There are local rules and regulations designed to keep everyone safe and protect the environment. One important rule is that you need to get a J# permit from the Bay...
Governor Vetoes CA AB 249: Water Quality Standards for K-12
The proposed California Assembly Bill 249 (AB 249), also known as the Safe Drinking Water for Children Act, was recently vetoed by Governor Gavin Newsom. According to Newsom, “…the bill lacks key provisions for efficiently administering the funding and inadequate to...
The Hidden Risks of Demolition without a J# Permit in the SF Bay Area
When it comes to demolishing buildings in the Bay Area, it's not just about tearing down the property. There are local rules and regulations designed to keep everyone safe and protect the environment. One important rule is that you need to get a J# permit from the Bay...
Frequent Lead Water Testing Needed at Child Care Centers
When it comes to raising healthy children, protecting them from environmental hazards such as lead is critical for their growth and development, which is why the recent findings of lead tests conducted at child-care centers in California are a cause for concern. 1 in...
10 Tips on How to Choose an Asbestos Surveyor to Get A J# Permit for Demolition
For demolition projects, it is critical to choose an experienced and reputable asbestos surveyor to ensure that all asbestos-containing materials (ACMs) are identified and handled properly. Asbestos is a hazardous material that is known to cause lung cancer. And, in...
How Indoor Air Pollution Can Impact Your Health Care Costs and Finances
A Two-Part Series on Environmental Health at Home Part II – How Indoor Air Pollution Can Help Save Your Finances Welcome to Part II of our Two-Part Series on Environmental Health at Home. Today we’ll discuss how testing your indoor air quality (IAQ) can help you avoid...
How Indoor Air Pollution Impacts Your Family’s Health and Finances
A Two-Part Series on Environmental Health at Home Part I – How Indoor Air Pollution Impacts Health at Home Most people assume that the indoor air they breathe at home is fresh and clean just because they don’t see or smell anything. However, this is often far from...
EPA Lead and Copper Rule Revisions (LCRR) May Require Lead Water Testing for K-12 Schools
The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has recently proposed that K-12 schools test for lead in their drinking water through the Lead and Copper Rule Revisions currently under review. In this article, we thought we’d share the news that we have so far, so that...
Radon Awareness Week – What You Need to Know
How to Become the Hero In Your Own Radon Story. There’s a lot of drama in the world now regarding global warming and how it’s affects our outdoor climate—but did you know that there’s an even bigger story happening indoors in your own home or multi-unit family...
Get an Asbestos Survey and J# Permit Prior to Demolition
Asbestos is a natural mineral that was extensively used in building materials and construction before it was discovered to cause serious and fatal illnesses. That’s why today there are strict regulations regarding the use of asbestos. For the purposes of...
How Child Care Centers Can Prep for the CA Lead Testing Requirement (AB 2370)
A Quick Guide from California’s Health and Human Services Agency Department of Social Services Introduction: According to the Environmental Protection Agency, as much as one-fifth of a child’s exposure to lead—a neurotoxin that can detrimentally affect their...
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