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Indoor Air Quality, Carbon Monoxide, and Mold

esting for indoor air quality (IAQ) requires that air samples be taken in the building.Testing for indoor air quality (IAQ) requires that air samples be taken in the building.  You cannot just request an indoor air quality test, but must specify the contaminants you are testing for.  The technician performing the tests will adjust the collection methods and collection time according to the tests being performed.

There are so many issues related to indoor air quality that even very limited testing can be cost-prohibitive.  If you have a specific concern such as a known health problem or allergy, have appropriate tests performed.  For further information, visit the  EPA indoor air quality web site , the  U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission indoor air quality web site , or the  U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission home safety web site .  If you want to check the indoor air quality in the home or building you are purchasing, contact an appropriate specialist.

Carbon Monoxide

Carbon monoxide is a colorless, odorless gas that can be produced when fuel is burned.  Carbon monoxide in an enclosed space can be deadly, as it interferes with the blood's ability to absorb oxygen.  It is recommended that carbon monoxide detectors be present in any building that contains fuel burning equipment.   Click here for the EPA carbon monoxide information web site

The State of New York passed Amanda's Law, which takes affect on February 22, 2010.  This law has specific requirements for carbon monoxide detectors in many buildings.   Click here for information on Amanda's Law and carbon monoxide detector requirements in the State of New York

Mold

Mold is part of the natural environment and breaks down dead organic matter such as fallen leaves and dead branches outdoors.  Indoors, microscopic mold spores can land on a wet or damp spot and grow.  Initially, this growth is visually imperceptible.  Mold is a living organism and grows quickly.  Mold spores can cause allergic reactions in people.  Many people claim that mold aggravates their asthma condition.   Click here for mold photos

It is not always possible to completely eradicate mold.  Mold spores can be killed, but new spores will grow unless the source of mold-causing moisture is found and eliminated.  For more information on mold, visit the  Click here for the EPA mold information web site .

If you want to check for mold in the home or building you are purchasing, contact an appropriate specialist to determine if there are mold spores present.

To setup an appointment for a home inspection or building inspection, to find out about other Engineering services, or for more information, call Heimer Engineering PC at 800.640.8090.To setup an appointment for a home inspection or building inspection, to find out about other Engineering services, or for more information, call 800.640.8090 or  click here to contact us 24/7 using the online contact form .