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Why you should always test your air quality

Air quality testing is generally a must for most individuals who own a home or business. This is because harmful chemicals or contaminants can be present in the air and you will potentially…

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By Simon Hahessy | Posted in Air Quality Testing

Four reasons you need an indoor air quality monitoring plan

The CDC, or Center for Disease Control, estimates that most Americans spend about 90% of their time indoors with the majority of that being spent in their workplace environment. It is…

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By Simon Hahessy | Posted in Air Quality Testing

Why mold testing is important

Mold is fungi that are often found both indoors and outdoors. Outdoors it is acceptable, but once mold finds its way indoors, your health and vitality can be compromised. There are common indoor molds that can…

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By Simon Hahessy | Posted in Mold Inspection

Surprising things you may not know about heavy metals

There are so many contaminants in our environment that can negatively impact our health. One group that individuals may not realize is adversely affecting their health is the exposure to heavy metals….

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By Simon Hahessy | Posted in Advanced Wellness Testing

Lead testing 101

Knowing the importance of lead testing is crucial for every homeowner. Exposure to lead can have lasting effects to all those who come in contact with it, especially women and children who run the risk of obtaining terrible…

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By Simon Hahessy | Posted in Lead

Four things you may not know about VOC testing

VOC testing, or volatile organic compound testing, is the process of finding specific chemical contaminants that have been released into the air. Most individuals are unaware of the importance of finding and…

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By Simon Hahessy | Posted in Volatile Organic Compounds

BALANCING TEMPERATURE AND HUMIDITY

Temperature and humidity are two important parameters that affect thermal comfort, which in turn may cause potential problems to your indoor air quality.

Relative humidity levels below 25% are associated with increased discomfort and drying of the mucous membranes and skin….

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By Simon Hahessy | Posted in Air Quality Testing

Asbestos 101

AirMD has established itself as an industry leader in the field of asbestos management, testing and consulting. Our staff of scientists and asbestos consultants are certified and licensed and have extensive experience in conducting asbestos surveys, asbestos abatement scope of work development and asbestos management. Most people have heard…

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By Simon Hahessy | Posted in Asbestos Testing

Case Study: South Carolina Hospital

AirMD provides services during the remediation process, including when emergency environmental disasters occur. Over the years, AirMD has seen first-hand many cases and has played an integral part in solving such issues. We are a nationwide environmental consulting company providing a wide range of services, from on-site testing to…

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By Simon Hahessy | Posted in Case Studies

Proactive Vs. Reactive

According to the Center for Disease and Control (CDC), Americans spend as much as 90% of their time indoors, a large portion taking place at the office. From our experience, most people are unaware of their indoor air quality because we are in a reactive-based industry. AirMD is dedicated…

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By Simon Hahessy | Posted in General