Are you seeing your employees suffering from severe health effects? Sick employees always require a review of your company’s employee health, indoor air quality, and safety protocols. Sick Building Syndrome, also known by the acronym of “SBS”. Includes people who are confined within a particular… Read More »Indoor Air Quality: Employee Health
Daylight savings time is over, and with it comes colder temperatures and increases in mold infestations. A mold infestation in your residential or commercial building can have a hazardous effect on your health. It can also be costly if not handled swiftly and effectively. The… Read More »How Winter Increases Mold Infestations
It may be fortunate that so many students are staying at home this year because many schools around the nation are old. They have aged infrastructure that lacks proper ventilation or becomes more susceptible to water damage each year. Many of these schools don’t have… Read More »Mold Risk is Heightened in Old Schools
Mold is definitely a problem in some structures, but who to blame for that problem is a touchy subject. Do you blame the owner of the building? The contractors? The real estate developer? That answer is, it depends on who was responsible for taking care… Read More »Mold Lawsuits
Climate change has many unexpected consequences, and one of those consequences is the risk of mold infiltration in old, deteriorated structures. Why is climate change to blame for this? Many reasons, some of which are rising sea levels and increasing volatile storm patterns. This elevates… Read More »Climate Change Increases Mold Risk in Deteriorated Public Housing
Environmental justice is the idea that all people deserve the same environmental protection from the law no matter their race, color, or religion. The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) notes that this is a major goal not only for the external environment but also for internal… Read More »Residential and Commercial Indoor Air Quality
There are many ways that mold can enter a structure, but one of the most common cases you hear of it lingering in the news is through the air system. Yes, the HVAC system that causes you to live in comfort no matter what the… Read More »How Your HVAC System Breeds Mold
The health hazards of mold are often downplayed because they don’t always harm humans. Typically, a person has to be sensitive to the mold in order to suffer health consequences, but that sensitivity is not rare. One place where the health hazards of mold have… Read More »Children’s Hospital Shuts Down AGAIN for Mold
You may be thinking about taking care of your mold problem yourself, and in some cases, this is okay. However, if you have a commercial mold problem, you should consider professional mold removal services. The cost of professional mold removal is much less than the… Read More »The Cost of Commercial Mold
The bathroom in your commercial building can be a safety issue and a liability if it is not maintained properly. The Occupational Safety and Health Administration has created plenty of rules about bathroom accessibility for employees (including Americans with Disabilities Act ADA requirements). However, there… Read More »Commercial Bathroom Mold
Ozone is three oxygen atoms (O3) in the form of a gas with one unstable oxygen atom that can attach to other elements and alter them. This gas is in the Earth’s ozone layer, and it traps heat to keep the Earth warm. An… Read More »Consider an Ozone Generator for Commercial Mold Elimination
Periodically in the news, you will find stories of very large lawsuits granted to claimants who have suffered from mold toxicity in a commercial building due to employee claims. This is one harmful consequence of mold growth for commercial building owners, but there are… Read More »When an Employee Claims Toxic Mold in Your Building
Finding mold in your business can be a big stressor due to the thought that the business may have to close for days in order to get the mold removed properly. Stories in the news tell of places like Seattle Children’s Hospital, which had to… Read More »Running Your Business During Mold Removal
When deciding to start a new construction project, it is important sure that you choose the best general contractor for the job. If you have a specific need in mind, you may want to check out a Contractors Blog to see what is available as… Read More »4 Crucial Tips for Hiring a General Contractor
Leaks and flooding can cause water damage in commercial buildings throughout the Kansas City metro area. Resulting in safety issues and a very large bill in order to repair it. Not only can water damage walls and flooring, but it can also cause mold and… Read More »Prevent Water Damage in Commercial Buildings
Many people don’t take mold growth seriously, and in Jackson, Mississippi, they are paying the consequences. Unfortunately, in this case, the library did take the mold infestation seriously. But they weren’t able to relocate soon enough to save anything. Now, the entire book collection is… Read More »Mold Infestation: Charles Tisdale Library
Professional mold removal is necessary, especially if there is a risk of a lawsuit. Mold spores can be found just about anywhere. They can enter a building on the shoes or clothing of a person and spread no matter what precautions you take. It’s life,… Read More »Reduce Lawsuit Risk by Hiring Mold Pros
Some More Thoughts about Kansas City’s New Rental Ordinance Video Transcription: Hey everybody, I’m Ben Fetzer here in Kansas City with Fresh Start Restoration. Wanting to do a quick video. It’s a nice cloudy day here in Kansas City. Starting to rain a little bit.… Read More »Kansas City’s Rental Inspection Ordinance Pt.2
How Air Duct Cleaning Makes Breathing Easier Air duct cleaning is a high priority for ALL our jobs! Clean air is an essential requirement for all human beings. That’s the reason why we have proper venting systems to allow air in and out of buildings… Read More »Air Duct Cleaning: How to Breathe Easier
Smoke odor removal is common to need in rental properties, renovated properties, fire restoration, and vehicles. No need to worry there are simple smoke odor removal techniques that you can use to get rid of the bad smells. Here are some practical steps depending on… Read More »Step-by-Step Guide for Smoke Odor Removal