To support your home healthiness post-Helene, we are hosting a LIVE “Ask Us Anything” Zoom call on Thursday, December 5, at 4 p.m. where you can share your concerns and get answers. In the wake of Hurricane Helene, many residents of western North Carolina are left grappling with the aftermath of this extreme weather event. […]
The Hidden Hazard: Toxic Dust in Western North Carolina
As the warm, sunny weather lifts your spirits in the aftermath of Hurricane Helene, there’s an unseen health risk lurking in the air. The floods have left behind a thick layer of mud, and as it dries, fine particles are becoming airborne, creating clouds of toxic dust. While the gentle breeze feels refreshing, it’s carrying […]
Mold Prevention Tips for Flood Survivors in Western North Carolina
Hurricane Helene has caused significant damage to many of our Western North Carolina homes and properties. As we begin the recovery process, it’s crucial to address the issue of mold, which can start to grow within just 24-48 hours in wet buildings. The damp building materials can act as “food” for mold, many of which […]
Common Scents: Artificial Seasonal Aromas May Worsen Indoor Air Quality
Nothing says holiday like the scents of the season, don’t you think? But too often, today’s seasonal aromas are not those found in nature. Instead, they’re made up of chemically derived ingredients that can be harmful to indoor air quality and our health. We all love the comforting, warming aromas of pumpkin spice, apple pie. […]
Healthy Home “How To’s” to Refresh Your Home for Spring
Home is the place where we heal ourselves. Think about that for a moment. Whether we need a quiet oasis after a hectic work day, a hub of activity for nurturing children or grandchildren, or something else, home is where the magic happens. Right now, outside our windows, another kind of magic is happening. The […]
Are you aware of the gravity of the situation?
All kidding aside, snow and rain are not a healthy mix for your home. Just how heavy is snow? Take a look at this. It assumes a 2000sf roof and 3 inches of snow, not unusual in our area. Now add rain. The existing snow acts like a sponge soaking up the water, and you […]
Summer Ventilation Improves Home Healthiness and Your Healthiness, Too
Air quality is a leading concern for many people investing in the healthiness of their homes. In our annual survey, indoor air quality remains the top priority among respondents year after year. The 2021 Southern Appalachian Home Health and Happiness Survey Summer months in the southern Appalachians are something special. Many of us relocated here […]
Hurricane Preparedness Tips
… Are you prepared? … As Tropical Storm Elsa churns in the Caribbean, there’s a good chance we could be feeling the effects as early as next week. Flash flooding in the mountains is no joke, and neither is a torrential downpour. Part of your preparedness will likely concern your house. While most people know […]
Cold Snap? Your Home’s Ventilation Systems Keep You Breathing Healthy All Winter
Winter weather happens almost overnight. Rapid changes in temperature or a dramatic difference between warm indoor temperatures and the frigid outdoors can prove problematic. When cold temperatures dip below freezing, it’s important to check your home’s ventilation systems to be certain that your family’s air is healthy. Chances are, you take your home’s ventilation for […]
Looking Up at the Downspout: Roof Causes of Trickle Down Dampness
Last time we met, we talked about your basement and “walked the foundation.” Now that we’ve scouted the foundation, it’s time to look upward and similarly “walk the roof.” Without fail, the essential core issue of the mold problem in any given home we visit grows out of one of these two key areas of […]