You may be hearing a lot of buzz lately about the EPA’s Lead Paint Rule. That’s because its requirements, defined in 2008, became effective just last month and that means a change in the way many remodeling companies are doing business. Almost any contractor can disturb lead-based paint during a repair or renovation, creating hazardous [...]
Thanks for this great question. It is easy to get confused about this. Air infiltration is when air flows unintentionally into a house through gaps and cracks in the building envelope. In fact, about 30% of your heat loss may come from gaps and cracks around the windows and doors in your home. Air infiltration, [...]
According to the EPA, levels of pollutants inside homes can be 2 – 5 times higher than outdoors, and most of us spend 90% of our time inside, with our windows shut. Chemicals, furniture, housewares, and even building materials can all contribute to poor indoor air quality. Find out what you can do to reduce, control, or eliminate indoor pollutants and which building products can help make your living environment healthier.
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