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How to Properly Test for Asbestos: Tips and Risks to Know

Most people know enough about asbestos to know it’s not something you want to find in your home or commercial building. But if you’ve never dealt with asbestos on your property or worked in a field like construction or public health, you may not be aware of how common...

4 Reasons to Get an Asbestos Test Before Remodeling

Remodeling your home is an exciting process, but when it comes to any major project, it’s a good idea to take precautions to ensure that the process is safe for both your home and your family. Whether you’re hiring professional contractors or planning a DIY project,...

5 Factors that Affect Indoor Air Quality & How to Improve It

We know that the air we breathe can have a major impact on our daily lives and overall health. But many of us forget to prioritize the air quality in the places we spend the most time, namely where we live and work. When you spend a lot of time in a specific...

5 Best Ways to Prevent Mold Growth in Commercial Buildings

Mold is one of the most common problems you’ll find in commercial buildings. Not only does mold diminish the integrity of the affected structures and potentially spread to other areas of the property over time if left untreated, but it can also impact the health and...

Why Homeowners and Businesses Should Test for Lead In Soil

Lead is a natural component of soils in small amounts. Lead naturally occurs at concentrations ranging from 10-50 parts per million (ppm). Over time, human activity has contributed to significantly higher levels of lead in soil, commonly reaching concentrations of...

How to Select the Right Environmental Consultant & Inspector

If you own a commercial, industrial, or public building, then working with an environmental consultant is essential to protecting public health and safety and maintaining the integrity of your building and operation. Choosing the right environmental consultant or...

Asbestos Management Plan 101 for School Buildings [A Guide]

Asbestos is a naturally occurring, hazardous mineral that has historically been used in construction materials such as floor tiles and drywall because of its effective insulation properties. However, asbestos has been found to be hazardous to human health. Asbestos...

Lead in Water: Causes, Effects, and How to Test | JSE Labs

Lead is a chemical element that is used in the construction of a number of materials that we are exposed to every day. This includes a number of manufactured products such as pencils, batteries, ceramic tiles, and much more. But while lead (symbolized on the...

Environmental Consulting for Commercial Buildings [Guide]

Commercial building owners in both the private and public sectors benefit from the expertise of environmental consultants. Environmental regulation is complex, and staying in compliance is vitally important to your reputation, the safety of your employees and the...

JSE Labs: The Only AIHA ELLAP Accredited Lab in Oregon

As of December 2021, JSE Labs is officially accredited for lead (Pb) paint analysis under AIHA's Environmental Lead Laboratory Accreditation Program (ELLAP) and is the only lab in the entire state of Oregon to receive this accreditation. Lily Godon, the lab manager,...

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