Tag: home safety

Sep
26

End of Summer Stressors

Hotter weather brings lots of sun and Ultraviolet light, and with all that extra radiation, you won’t be the only one that gets burned. Paint exposed to too much UV radiatio...

Sep
6

Lead Paint and Pets

Lead paint was widely used up until 1978 when it was outlawed for consumer use. Since then, the number of buildings with lead paint has significantly dropped. However, lead pa...

Jun
26

Lead-Contaminated Soil

Now that it's officially summer, kids (and let's face it -- adults too) can't wait to get outside and get their hands dirty. Oftentimes with kids, keeping those little fingers...

Feb
1

Box Up Those Boxes

Cardboard boxes – cats love sitting in them; humans love keeping them “just in case.” Since they are lightweight, ubiquitous, stackable, foldable, and easy to label, car...

Jan
7

The Clear New Year

We would rather not be the bearer of bad news, but unfortunately, the holidays are over. The first real weekend of the new year is about to begin, and you're looking to keep t...

Aug
3

Help with HEPA Filters

Cleaning your home isn’t purely for aesthetics. To have a healthier living space, you need to get rid of the impurities and allergens that have settled over time. A regular ...

May
28

How To Locate and Prevent Mold

We all know the adage “April showers bring May flowers,” it would be great if the growth stopped there. Unfortunately, if you’re not doing preventative maintenance, Apri...

Apr
20

Why A Home Inspection Isn’t Enough

If you are looking to buy a home right now, you know that the market is super hot. Buyers are offering way above the asking price, paying for closing costs, and even waiving h...

Mar
11

Learn About XRF Technology

You probably already know that having lead-based paint in your home can be dangerous for you and your family, so how do you check if the paint in your home is safe? There are ...