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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...
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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...
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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,...
5 Reasons Why You Should Get Asbestos, Lead, & Mold Surveys
The presence of asbestos, lead, and mold can pose a serious threat to your building and its inhabitants. Exposure to asbestos can cause long-term health problems, such as lung cancer, mesothelioma, and asbestosis. Inhaling or ingesting lead dust can cause neurological...
Why Asbestos Air Testing is More Important Than You Think
Asbestos is often used as a buzzword to reference dangerous materials that can be found in your home. But how many people actually know what asbestos is and what exposure can do to the health and safety of you and your loved ones? The effects of asbestos exposure are...