Especially when buying an older home, it is important get an environmental home inspection in addition to a traditional home inspection. These are typically separate professional assessments of the home but each are important for many reasons. One evaluates the comprehensive structure and integrity of the home while the other includes aspects that can affect …
According to Dr. Riegel, founder of Healthy Homes, the six most deadly environmental home hazards are Carbon Monoxide, Radon, Mold, Asbestos, and other Miscellaneous Hazards. Americans, on average, spend approximately 90 percent of their time indoors, as cited by the EPA. It’s no doubt that indoor air quality is creating health effects on the rise. …
Making a Healthy Home is so much more than eliminating mold, asbestos, and radon. It also includes ongoing maintenance for indoor air quality. Much like taking vitamins, drinking plenty of water, and going to the doctor for a checkup to keep your body healthy, it’s important to take care of your home on a regular …
You may have heard of people getting sick in their homes or workplace. But did you know that sick building syndrome is a real medical issue? Approximately one in three people will experience some sort of home-related health issue during their lifespan. This is the reason why having a Healthy Home is so important. Getting …
Was your home built before 1970? Have you had any asbestos sampling in your home? Are you remodeling or disturbing any building materials such as walls, floors, pipes, or ducts? Are you aware of the health risks of improper asbestos removal? Over 3,000 building products contain asbestos. You cannot see, taste, or smell asbestos! The …
Have you had your home tested for Radon? Schools are closed and workplaces are shutting down… the corona virus has kept a majority of Americans inside their homes for weeks already. While you’re cleaning your closets, getting rid of junk, and other home improvements, make sure your home is up to date on it’s Radon …
You probably have heard of Carbon Monoxide (CO) at some point in your life. Carbon Monoxide is a colorless, odorless gas (not to be confused with Radon) that is often found in and around your home. Carbon Monoxide can come from cars, stoves, ovens, wood burners, laundry machines, fireplaces, grills, and more. Chronic exposure to …
Finding mold in your home can be alarming and quite disturbing to your environmental peace of mind! Professional and proper mold removal is our specialty here at Healthy Homes. Let’s start with the basics. Mold is a type of fungus that grows by reproducing spores which travel by air. Most molds are naturally occurring in …
If you are remodeling or purchasing a home, check around for 9” x 9” floor tiles. The floor tiles come in a wide range of colors including but not limited to white, green, red, and brown. Homes built before 1970 are very likely to contain 9″ x 9″ asbestos floor tiles, which, if disturbed, can …
It’s no secret that weed killers and other pesticides are linked to health concerns. A number of studies have found evidence linking Roundup’s main ingredient, glyphosate, to serious side effects and certain types of cancer. Dr. Riegel wants you and your family to always consider organic and healthy alternatives. If you or someone you love …