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Natural + Easy Tips for Improved Indoor Air Quality

Over the years, we’ve noticed a trend with our clients. Our valued customers call us when they have an emergency or suspect that they may be having indoor environmental issues. We are operating in a reactionary-based industry. However, it’s important for us to share with you that there are…

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By Simon Hahessy | Posted in Air Quality Testing

Conquer Mold to Avoid Health Issues

Mold occurs more often than we’d like. It’s a form of fungus with various different types that grows best in humid, warm and moist environments. It doesn’t matter which country you live in; mold is prevalent worldwide. According to the World Health Organization (WHO), 10-50% of indoor environments in…

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By Simon Hahessy | Posted in General

Warm Saltwater is a Hot Bed for Bacteria

Summer months are all about warm weather, vacation, and outdoor swimming. It’s good times ahead with little thought given to the potential environmental threats stemming from warmer temperatures.

Case in point, this year in Florida, a deadly bacteria residing in warm…

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By Simon Hahessy | Posted in General

Parents, Be Aware of the Invisible Dangers Lurking in Your Home

Further evidence has arisen to support the dangers children face when they are exposed to a wide range of chemicals in the air. An alliance of scientists confirms that developmental growth in children may be triggered by air pollutants, among other causes. This has resulted in the coalition publicly…

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By Simon Hahessy | Posted in Air Quality Testing

Asbestos Is A Concern When Purchasing A Property Built Prior To 1986

Asbestos is the name given to a group of minerals that are resistant to fire, heat, and chemicals. For these reasons alone, asbestos has been used widely in the construction of homes and other industries. Up until 1986, asbestos use had loose regulations, and as many as a third…

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By Simon Hahessy | Posted in Asbestos Testing

The Dangers of Pesticides

The Dangers of Pesticides

While pesticide use is beneficial when it comes to keeping trees, flowers and other plants healthy, it can be dangerous in some circumstances, especially if the proper precautions are not taken during and following its use.

Similar to Lumber Liquidators Formaldehyde Issue

Lumber Liquidators has found itself in…

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By Simon Hahessy | Posted in Pesticide Testing

Sick Building Syndrome

  1. Sick Building Syndrome

    The term sick building syndrome was first used in 1986 to refer to the ailments of those who have been exposed to harmful toxins in their homes or office buildings. Poorly ventilated buildings containing toxins may be one reason for these illnesses.

    Airborne toxins include the dyes…

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    By Simon Hahessy | Posted in Advanced Wellness Testing

Reasons To Have a Mold Inspection Before Buying a Home

There are many reasons to have a mold inspection performed before buying a home. Toxic mold is becoming more of a problem in buildings because many structures are built using man-made materials rather than natural materials. In many cases, these man-made materials arrive from a factory or warehouse with…

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By Simon Hahessy | Posted in Mold Inspection

Case Study #2 – Hotel Mold

AirMD is the leading industry provider of environmental testing and consulting services, providing a full range of services and great customer support. Two of such services are highlighted here. Building science allows for a thorough inspection of a building’s ventilation and sustainable operations needed to full understand indoor environmental…

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By Simon Hahessy | Posted in Case Studies

Case Study #1 – Living Facility in Northwest Florida

AirMD’s mission is to provide the highest level of environmental consulting and testing services together with a superior customer service experience. Our passion for creating healthy indoor environments through education, consulting and testing services means that we often meet people when their lives have been upended by disaster.
One such…

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By Simon Hahessy | Posted in Case Studies