WHAT IS ASBESTOS? Asbestos is a generic term describing a number of naturally occurring fibrous minerals that have been used in a wide range of…
Asbestos was a popular ingredient in building materials for many years because of its indestructibility, insulating properties, tensile strength and low electrical conductivity. It is…
Potential health effects and symptoms associated with mold exposures include allergic reactions, asthma, and other respiratory complaints. Pregnant women, young children & the elderly are…
Forget the X-Ray Glasses. Take the Magnifying Glass further with an Infrared Inspection. Infrared Thermography (IRT), or thermal imaging, involves the use of the use…
Here are a few helpful tips to save money on your monthly energy bills this season. 1. Do a home energy audit. This survey analyzes…
If your family gets drinking water from a private well, do you know if your water is safe to drink? What health risks could you…
A septic system receives, treats and disposes of unwanted wastewater and solids from a building’s plumbing system. Solids are partially broken down into sludge within a…
Issues with aluminum wiring Since January of 2003 the Electrical Safety Authority has received an increasing number of questions about the safety of aluminum wiring.…
Most home purchasers will experience difficulty getting their home insured when Knob & Tube wiring is found to be present. The purpose of this article…
Sump pumps are self-activating electrical pumps that protect homes from moisture intrusion. They are usually installed below basement or crawlspace floors to remove rising groundwater…