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What You Need to Know About Asbestos Siding

Learn about the dangers of asbestos siding and options for remediation.

What You Need to Know About Asbestos SidingAs a homeowner or prospective homeowner, one of the last things you want to hear is that there may be asbestos-containing materials on your property. Many people have an immediate, knee-jerk reaction to asbestos-containing materials, immediately presuming their health is in danger. The reality is that asbestos-containing materials are only dangerous when they become broken or damaged, as this allows hazardous asbestos fibers to escape.

Actually, if you had to choose a type of asbestos-containing material to have on your property, siding is probably one of the least offensive products you could have. Not only…

5 Gases That Could Be Contaminating Your Indoor Air

H2 Environmental can test your indoor air and create a plan for removing harmful gases.

5 GasesIn the name of energy efficiency, many modern homes have been equipped with really tight building seals to help keep heated and cooled air inside. Unfortunately, there is a downside to this if the building envelope is too tightly sealed, the indoor air quality will suffer. It will be more difficult for contaminants like dust, pollen, and other allergens to escape. Harmful gases can also get trapped in the home. Fortunately, an indoor air quality expert like H2 Environmental can help you test your indoor air for contaminants and…

Top Causes of Mold in the Home

Keep mold away after a remediation by addressing the top causes of mold in the home.

MoldMold isn’t just unsightly; it’s also unhealthy. While certain individuals such as very young children, the elderly, and asthmatics are more susceptible to mold-related health problems, anyone can experience a minor allergic reaction to mold. If you have mold in your home, you’re breathing in mold spores right now. Investing in expert mold removal from H2 Environmental is an important first step towards breathing easier. However, in order to make sure the mold stays gone, it’s important to address the factors that are causing the mold to grow in your home in…