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A-Tech National Radon Action Month

January is National Radon Action Month

Radon, known as the silent killer, is the second leading cause of lung cancer in the U.S. You can’t see it, smell it or taste it, but it claims over 20,000 lives each year. If your home has high radon levels, you’re at risk for developing lung cancer. By naming January as National Radon Action…
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Indoor air quality

Is Your Indoor Air Quality Really Quality Air?

When people think of air pollution, they tend to imagine gray clouds of smog produced by factories and motorized vehicles. Tobacco and car exhaust fumes can elicit coughing and eye irritation.  We inherently know that these exterior pollutant exposures can be dangerous to air quality and our health.  We often believe that these toxins can…
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Hearst Castle Neptune Pool Renovation Project

The iconic Neptune Pool at Hearst Castle in San Simeon, California embarked on a complete restoration project nearly three years ago. The restoration and renovation project included completely draining the pool, carefully removing and storing the ancient statues that adorned the perimeter of the pool, removing all of the old tile, finding and repairing leaks…
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Mesothelioma Awareness Day

Mesothelioma Awareness Day is September 26, 2018. The goal of this day is to increase awareness of mesothelioma, asbestos exposure and to inspire people to act in the movement to end the asbestos man-made disease. This awareness day was established in 2004 by Meso Foundation community members in order to bring more attention and funding…
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Infection Control

Infection Control Environmental Consulting Services Infection control is one of the most important aspects of healthcare. An effective system for preventing infections and diseases from spreading plays a vital role in keeping healthcare facilities safe for both patients and employees alike. Our experienced team of certified infection control consultants can implement an effective strategy for…
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What You Need to Know About Radon Testing

Certified Environmental Consultant Providing Radon Testing Solutions Radon is an odorless radioactive gas that’s a byproduct of uranium. A major health hazard, radon exposure can cause a variety of serious health conditions, including lung cancer. Although radon is no longer as much of a risk in modern workplaces as it has been historically, it remains…
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Indoor Air Quality Assessment

Indoor Air Quality Assessment for Environmental Compliance The indoor air quality inside your building can have a huge effect on the health of its inhabitants. Both commercial and residential buildings need clean, allergen-free air in order to create a safe, comfortable and healthy environment for inhabitants. Air quality is one of the most important aspects…
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Noise Monitoring

Environmental Noise Monitoring Solutions

Noise Monitoring Over 30 million Americans are exposed to extremely loud noise in the workplace over the course of each year, placing them at risk for hearing loss. Every year, thousands of people develop hearing loss as a result of loud noise in the workplace. Effective noise monitoring is one of the most important aspects…
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Seven Interesting Facts About Mold

1. Mold Grows Everywhere Yup, mold does grow everywhere. It’s outdoors and indoors – it’s omnipresent, like God Almighty. BUT the problems only start happening when mold gets indoors and finds the perfect environment to grow – usually warm, high moisture environments. Mold (like other fungi) needs food to keep on growing, such as leaves,…
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