Environmental issues are becoming more important with many home owners and buyers. Recent and on-going clinical studies as well as new governmental regulation of environmental hazards have resulted in an increased public awareness and concern. Environmental issues impact all forms of housing from private homes, to buildings, condominiums and cooperatives. While the threat of serious negative impact from environmental contaminants remains relatively small for most home buyers, there are still a number of potential environmental issues that buyers should be aware of.

Below we have listed a few of the concerns that home owners or buyers face with respect to the environment surrounding their home.

     


The quality of water is the most common concern. A basic quality test will check for different types of bacteria, water hardness, pH, plus the presence of iron, sodium, manganese and fluoride, The proximity to recharge basins, cesspool and septic systems are also checked. For more information on Water Contamination and it's Testing Click Here!
Lead based paint is usually found in homes that were built prior to 1978. The condition is hazardous if the paint is found to be cracking or peeling. However, the paint still poses many hazardous conditions if windows or door frames were painted with it. If this is the case the paint should be removed. For more information on Lead Based Paint and it's Testing Click Here!
Radon Gas is a radioactive gas that comes from the natural decay of uranium in the soil. The majority of homes have some amount of radon present. It usually enters a house or a building through openings in the ground and it can prove to be extremely hazardous if the amount present is higher than what is considered safe. For more information on Radon Gas and it's Testing Click Here!

Asbestos was once used in older homes(approx. 30 years ago). It was used for insulation and other building material purposes. If asbestos starts to release fibers into the air, it should be removed by a professional contractor who is licensed in asbestos cleanup. However, if the asbestos containing material is not friable, then it is not considered hazardous and can be left alone. For more information on Asbestos and its Testing Click Here!

Indoor Air Quality usually requires testing that takes air samples from the home or building. The owner usually specifies what air contaminants they want the air to be tested for and then the test is performed. For more information on Indoor Air Quality and it's Testing Click Here!

Oil leaks usually occur as an oil tank ages. This risk is especially prone to occur if the oil storage tank is underground and has been there for a long period of time. Tests can be performed to these oil tanks to detect if they have any leaks. For more information on Oil Leaks and it's testing Click Here!
Mold is considered to be any of the various fungi that often cause disintegration of organic matter. For more information about Mold Click Here!
Carbon Monoxide is a poisonous, oderless gas that can be fatal when inhaled. It is usually formed by the incomplete burning of the carbon. For more information on Carbon Monoxide Click Here!
Like mold, mildew is also a fungi that grows on the surfaces of objects, and in decaying materials. For more information on Molds, Click Here!
 
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