Seasonal allergies are rising throughout all seasons, leaving many with stuffy noses and sinus aches almost year-round. However, suppose one doesn’t recognize that seasonal allergies and asbestos exposure share some of the same symptoms. In that case, they may be shrugging off what seems to them as a mild inconvenience while – in reality – they’re beginning to suffer from the extremely hazardous effects of asbestos inhalation. It’s important to ask yourself the following questions to determine whether you’re experiencing seasonal allergies or symptoms of asbestos exposure, as your health depends on it. [Read more…] about Is It Seasonal Allergies or Symptoms of Asbestos Exposure?
Not only is mold unsightly, but it’s harmful to our health. While homeowners are typically adamant about ridding their houses of mold, many don’t know where to begin the hunt. Most know there are conditions ideal for mold growth, but not many know those environmental factors are present in certain areas of everyone’s home. In this blog, we’ll discuss the rooms in your home most likely to have mold problems and why. 
Asbestos has left a scar on society with long-lasting repercussions. There’s no question of the damage it has inflicted on tens of thousands of families in the United States. However, should we consider every aspect of asbestos bad? It’s a fireproof and heat-resistant material, but we’ve found that the tradeoff is not worth the accompanying health risks. However, a recent discovery indicates there may yet still be a use for the hazardous material. Learn how, despite the ever-present dangers, asbestos can potentially be used to fight climate change. 
Despite the progressive reforms and bans on asbestos usage in the United States, asbestos continues to be a continuing source of concern in Massachusetts. If the prospect of asbestos inhabiting many of the state’s old infrastructure and real estate wasn’t bad enough, the fact that some contractors are mishandling this hazardous material is even less comforting. With recent news reporting on asbestos violations at Holyoke Medical Center, we’re reminded of the harmful and volatile nature of this substance. 
Massachusetts homes tend to be older than those of the rest of the nation, meaning they’re increasingly likely to harbor hazardous materials in their walls, especially lead. As we know, lead particles from paint can pose serious health risks to a property’s inhabitants. As a result, Massachusetts has many rules and regulations in place regarding real estate transactions involving lead paint. To determine what to expect and consider when purchasing a new home, we’ve created a Massachusetts home buyer’s guide to lead paint. 
Children are adventurous. They’ll build forts out of loose materials, explore abandoned buildings, or turn old, dilapidated barns into clubhouses. While we can all relate to these behaviors from when we were children, the prospect of these activities seems far more dangerous now that we’re aware of the prevalent danger of asbestos. Since children are unaware of its presence and may be unsure of its harmful effects, it’s important to establish guidelines for keeping children safe from asbestos. 