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Everything You Need to Know About Asbestos in Flooring
Asbestos was a major component in many construction materials up until the 1980s because of its durability and heat-resistant properties. Today, materials with high asbestos content are banned in the U.S. due to the very serious associated health risks. However, many...
Where To Look For Asbestos In Your Bathroom
Throughout the 20th century, Asbestos was frequently used in the production of consumer goods and home construction by builders and homeowners. Its flexibility and heat-resistance made it a popular choice for residential projects. Unfortunately, it’s also toxic to...
When to Test for Asbestos in Popcorn Ceilings
Popcorn ceilings (also known as “stucco,” “acoustic,” or “cottage cheese” ceilings) were very popular in both residential and commercial construction from the 1950s to the 1980s. Builders and homeowners alike were drawn to the bumpy, spray-on texture because it was...
How to Prevent Mold Growth During the Winter
Household mold can grow on a variety of surfaces and objects, from walls and windows to clothes, books, and toys. Over time, an unremedied mold issue in your home can damage your property and belongings and pose serious risks to your family’s health. The wet winter...
What To Do If You Find Lead Paint In Your Home
If your home was built before the 1980s, it’s fairly likely that it contains lead paint. That’s because, prior to being banned from residential use nationwide in 1978, it was extremely popular in construction. Unfortunately, lead paint can pose health risks to you and...
4 Reasons to Get a Lead Inspection Before Remodeling
Especially if you have an older home, it’s a good idea to get a lead inspection before you take on a remodeling project. Maybe you’re planning a large-scale, whole-home remodel that involves knocking down walls. Maybe you’re just repainting a bathroom and...
5 Essential Dos and Don’ts of Painting Over Lead Paint
Are you planning to paint walls in your home? Was your home built before the 1980s? If so, you need to determine whether or not the existing paint on your walls contains lead. Many home builders used lead-based paint in the construction of homes before 1978, when its...
Identifying Lead Paint: What Does Lead Paint Look Like?
Lead paint is present in millions of older homes throughout the United States, and it can pose serious health risks as it deteriorates over time or if it’s disturbed during a renovation. If you think you might have lead paint somewhere in your home, you need to know...
How to Identify, Test, & Remove Lead Dust from Your Home
Most people have heard of lead. It can be useful to make car batteries, pigments, weights, and radiation defense. Most people also know that lead is not something you want in your body. But did you know that lead-based paint and other materials were used in home...
DIY Lead Paint Test Kits Explained: Do They Really Work?
Everyone knows that exposure to lead is bad for you. It can cause a range of health issues and is especially damaging to young children. Yet it’s something many of us come into contact with every day. If your home was built before 1978, there’s a good chance it has...