What is known regarding Clandestine Methamphetamine Laboratories: •Based on sampling conducted by National Jewish Medical and Research Center and others at actual clandestine laboratories and controlled methamphetamine cooks, we know that a wide variety of solvents, acids, bases, iodine, phosphorous, … Continue reading
Methane gas, which is usually located thousands of feet below the water table, appears to be entering the water wells either through cracks in the bedrock or, more likely, the casing in natural gas wells. Casings are steel and concrete … Continue reading
Do you know the radon levels in your home….workplace…childrens school….daycare?? Testing is the only way to find out your levels. Did you know that all residential rentals in Maine have to be tested for Radon by March 2014 and mitigated … Continue reading
This time of year there are alot of companies wanting to do energy audits on your home and reduce your energy consumption. But there is a balance between energy consumption and air quality. TP Environmental Consulting is a Efficiency Maine … Continue reading
As the weather becomes colder, the threat of carbon monoxide (CO) poisoning greatly increases. According to the Consumer Product Safety Commission, about 170 people die each year in the United States from CO produced by non-automotive consumer products such as … Continue reading
Over half of couches in homes have potentially toxic or chemical flame retardants, according to a study published in the Environmental Science & Technology journal. The companies manufacturing these products with flame retardant tell you “your safe at the levels … Continue reading
This is a great time of year for radon testing as the home must be closed up for 12 hours prior and during the two day test for the best results. Radon is the second leading cause of lung cancer. … Continue reading
As the season approaches where many energy or weatherization companies want to reduce your homes energy consumption there are several issues you should consider before you spray foam your house. Even though many spray foam companies tell you there are NO … Continue reading
Indoor air quality is often characterized by pollutants in the air. Clearly, if the sources of pollutants are minimized, the air will be easier to keep fresh, clean and healthy. In order to determine the best indoor-pollution control strategy, it … Continue reading
