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Kalamazoo, MI 49009
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Asbestos has been around for a long time and continues to be used in various household products. Many of these products are safe to have in and around your home, however the problem comes in when these materials start to break down (deteriorate) and release the fibrous Asbestos into the air stream within your home. Remember Asbestos causes lung cancer! For FAQs about Asbestos, click here.
Mold and Mildew
Most if not all homes contain some form of mold/mildew (believe it
or not), however it’s only a problem when it gets out of hand and continues to grow
and flourish inside your home. In order for mold to grow it needs three things (air,
food, and moisture). Take away any one of these, and it will die. However, the
key item to control is usually the moisture inside the home. Although we do not
have the expertise to identify or evaluate the many types of fungus out there, we
will help put it in perspective for you and determine whether further evaluation
by a specialist is needed.
Radon gas is something most of us really do not think about too much, until it’s time to move into a new home. Then it’s brought to our attention since Radon gas has been found to cause lung cancer. Bottom line is that there is a high probability that the gas is present at elevated levels in several homes found in southern lower Michigan (Note: Southern lower MI is a Zone I area). Thus, we recommend having your home tested for Radon gas. We use continuous Radon monitoring equipment over a 48 hr period to ensure accurate short term results for you. For FAQs about Radon Gas, click here.
Underground Fuel Storage Tanks
Buried oil tanks raise increasing environmental, safety, legal and economic concerns for home owners and sellers because oil leaks underground or even within buildings can lead to both an environmental hazard and a very costly cleanup effort. The life expectancy of buried oil tanks is generally believed to be around 10-15 years. At about 20 years, the risk of leaks from buried steel oil tanks becomes significant. However, leaks can occur earlier if a tank was damaged at the time of installation or was not properly installed. For more info, click here.