Lead poisoning often develops quietly, which makes it one of the more concerning health risks for young children in older New England homes. As parents and caregivers, you want to spot trouble early, and knowing what to look for puts you in a stronger position to protect your family. This topic matters because lead can […]
Mold growth can affect your home inspection results, your indoor air quality, and your family’s comfort, so it is worth checking for it on a regular basis. In homes across New Hampshire, Northern Massachusetts, Eastern Vermont, and Southern Maine, changing seasons, damp basements, and everyday moisture can all create the right conditions for mold. Knowing […]
Investing in a rental property brings exciting opportunities, but it also requires careful planning to protect your future tenants. Before you finalize any purchase, scheduling a thorough home inspection is a critical step to ensure the space is safe and ready for occupancy. Hidden hazards like asbestos can completely compromise the indoor air quality of […]
An asbestos survey is a comprehensive inspection performed to identify the presence and condition of materials that may contain hazardous fibers. This process is essential because older properties throughout New England often feature building materials that pose health risks if they are disturbed during renovations or repairs. Identifying these materials helps you maintain a healthy […]
Asbestos is a hidden hazard that can still be found in many older homes and buildings. The danger is that exposure often goes unnoticed for years before symptoms appear. Breathing in asbestos fibers can lead to serious health problems, so recognizing early warning signs is important. Here are the key signs of asbestos exposure that […]
As a homeowner, the last thing you want to encounter is mold. But did you know that mold growth may be more common than you’d think? With so many opportunities to encounter these harmful spores, it is more important than ever to understand how exactly mold can affect your home and health. Here, we’ve broken […]
Feeling the heat in New England this summer? If you’ve been struggling with the humidity this summer, you aren’t the only one. In early July, the Globe reported that, “New England is on pace for one of the most humid summers on record […] As climate change continues to warm the atmosphere,” Ken Mahan, a […]
Are you excited for the upcoming summer season? So is your home’s mold. In extremely hot temperatures, with humidity levels over 80%, mold loves to grow. If left unchecked, it could lead to serious damage to your home and various health risks. When trying to reduce or prevent mold growth in your home, here are […]
Over 50% of all homes in the US were built before the 80’s. While many architects argue that these homes were made with more “durable” materials than the kind today, creating the notion that “older homes are better than new homes”, almost all of them were also made with asbestos. Up until the EPA began […]