You’ve heard the adage that not knowing something is worse than knowing it. Uncertainty is uncomfortable, so we should take every chance to obtain information for peace of mind. This includes knowing if your home contains a potentially dangerous substance like asbestos. For decades, St….
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ERMI Testing: Maybe Not for You
Mold growth can be a big concern for many property owners. Mold can cause health issues including respiratory problems, allergies, headaches, and more. The Environmental Relative Moldiness Index (ERMI) was used by environmental testing experts as a tool to detect and measure indoor mold contamination….
Hiring separate companies for asbestos testing and remediation
Asbestos exposure is a serious concern in the workplace and in the home. This mineral fiber is widely known for its adverse effects on human health, including lung cancer, mesothelioma, and asbestosis. Because of its past popularity, asbestos can be found in many older buildings….
Hidden Dangers: Uncovering Mold in Your Home and Business
Hidden Dangers: Uncovering Mold in Your Home and Business Most of us assume that mold problems in homes and businesses are obvious, with visible growth and noxious odors. Unfortunately, mold can also be stealthy, lurking in hidden corners of a structure. Because mold can be…
Dangers of DIY Lead Paint Testing
Dangers of DIY Lead Paint Testing When you want to ensure the safety of your family and friends, it is important to make certain that your home and business are free from hazardous substances. This includes the presence of lead paint, which was widely used…
Missouri Law Keeps School Drinking Water Safe from Lead
Missouri Law Keeps School Drinking Water Safe from Lead The State of Missouri legislature passed a law in August 2022 aimed to detect and treat the presence of lead in Missouri school drinking water. Officially titled, “Get the Lead Out of School Drinking Water Act,”…
Understanding Missouri’s Get the Lead Out Act
Understanding Missouri’s Get the Lead Out Act State of Missouri residents have reason to be concerned about lead poisoning. It has some of the most lead water pipes per capita in the United States. Over 80% of children in Missouri have detectable levels of lead…
Missouri’s Asbestos Requirements for Demolition and Renovation Projects
Missouri’s Asbestos Requirements for Demolition and Renovation Projects In 2017, the Missouri Department of Natural Resources published essential guidelines for the testing and remediation of asbestos in construction. PUB2157 is titled “Asbestos Requirements for Demolition and Renovation Projects” and produced by the DNR’s Division of…
Types of Asbestos
Types of Asbestos Asbestos has been used for centuries for its insulating and fireproof qualities. As far back as the Stone Age, asbestos was used to strengthen pottery. The term “asbestos” stems from an Ancient Greek word in the 1600s that means “inextinguishable.” This origin…
St. Louis Commercial Asbestos Testing
St. Louis Commercial Asbestos Testing As a business owner in the St. Louis metropolitan area, we know that you place environmental health and safety at the top of your list of priorities. Employees are our greatest resource, and organizations must diligently identify and remediate potential…
