Archives for October 2020

Common Misconceptions About Asbestos

Misconception # 1: “It is illegal to sell or use building materials & finishes that contain asbestos.”

Actually, the only substances containing asbestos that cannot be sold or used in the United States are insulation and paper materials.

Is my building in “Target Housing”?

Do you manage, sell, or lease single-family homes or multi-family properties built before 1978?

If you are involved in management, selling and leasing or renovations in pre-1978 housing you should know whether or not the home or property is considered to be “target housing” as defined by the United Stated Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) and the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). Why you ask? Because of lead-based paint (LBP).

How to Hire a Mold Contractor

How to hire the right company and how to protect yourself from getting taken

Mold has become a big industry over the last 20 years. With buildings getting “tighter” to improve energy efficiency, mold has become more and more common in buildings and its effects are more prominent.