If you’ve been to a hardware store or browsed online lately, you’ve probably seen them—radon test kits you can buy and use yourself. They’re small, affordable, and promise to tell you if your home is safe. Sounds convenient, right? But if you’re wondering, “Can I actually trust one of these kits?”—you’re not alone. Let’s walk
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You’ve probably heard radon is something to take seriously. And maybe you’ve even picked up a radon test kit—or thought about it. But if you’re wondering how those little boxes actually work… you’re not alone! In this blog, we’ll explain how radon test kits work, why they matter, and when it might be time to
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If you’ve ever looked into testing your home for radon, you’ve probably seen a few different options—short-term kits, long-term kits, digital monitors, and even professional testing services. It can get overwhelming fast. So, let’s slow it down and keep it simple:What’s the difference between short-term and long-term radon test kits? And more importantly—which one should
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Let’s say you’ve decided to get a mold assessment—but now you’re wondering, What actually happens when the team shows up? Are they just going to take a quick look around? Use gadgets? Tear into walls? Relax—we’ve got you. A professional mold assessment is a precise, non-invasive process designed to give you real answers about what’s
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Why Knowing When to Get a Mold Assessment Is So Important Most people only think about mold when they see it—dark patches on a wall, green fuzz in a corner, or discoloration near the shower. But the truth is, mold problems often start long before anything becomes visible. That’s why understanding when to get a […]
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Why Lead Paint Testing Before Renovation Is So Important Planning to tear out old cabinets? Knock down a wall? Replace vintage windows? If your home was built before 1978, one of the most important steps you can take—before any dust starts flying—is scheduling lead paint testing before renovation. Why? Because lead-based paint was widely used
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What’s the Big Deal with Lead Paint? If your home was built before 1978, there’s a decent chance lead-based paint could be hiding on your walls—especially under newer layers. In fact, the EPA estimates about 87% of homes built before 1940 have some form of lead-based paint, and even 24% of homes built between 1960
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You’ve probably heard the terms “mold inspection,” “mold testing,” and “mold assessment” used interchangeably—but they’re not all the same. In fact, a mold assessment is often the step that brings true clarity when there’s a question of mold in a home or building. Whether you’re a homeowner, a buyer doing due diligence, or a business
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If you’ve ever Googled “what does asbestos look like,” you’ve probably seen a bunch of grainy images of fluffy, gray insulation or fibrous tile backing. Maybe you even looked at your own attic or ceiling and thought, huh… that kind of looks familiar. But here’s the thing: asbestos doesn’t always look like asbestos. And relying
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When people hear about radon, their first reaction is often, “That’s probably not an issue around here, right?” It’s an understandable assumption. Radon seems like one of those things that happens somewhere else—not in your neighborhood, your house, or your corner of Georgia or South Carolina. But here’s the truth: radon doesn’t care where you
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