By The Goodstone Inn & Restaurant March 22, 2012
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Chimney Repair Seattle has always been your #1 call when it comes to Chimney Repair Seattle. In the Seattle area it is very common to have your chimney or fireplace serviced at least once a year. When it comes down to actually repairing your chimney, Chimney Repair Seattle has provided top notch 5-star service to our repeat customer base, for over a decade now. Our experienced staff is here to provide you with a state of the art inspection of your chimney or fireplace. We use only quality materials throughout our processes. At Chimney Repair Seattle, you know that our craftsmanship is at a premium level you can be proud of for years to come. We have one of the best masonry professionals in the area at our fingertips. Whether you need chimney repair, chimney inspection and even chimney cleaning in Seattle, we are your A to Z experts. We value every customer. Our entire existence is because you have a need and we are the company you call first.. If you are looking to get that old chimney repaired, re-built, overhauled, or just a new one call Chimney Repair Seattle. We will make your dreams your reality. Chimney Repair Seattle, where old world traditions meet modern technology ...read more
By Chimney Cleaning Seattle November 11, 2010
Check it out, Bed Be Gone was covered by WestSeattleBlog.com. It is a great write-up that describes what we do. Read it here(copy and paste into your browser): http://westseattleblog.com/2010/10/new-west-seattle-recycling-business-bed-be-gone Thanks! Bed Be Gone ...read more
By Bed Be Gone October 26, 2010
What is a Healthy Home Evaluation? A healthy home evaluation is a comprehensive analysis of your home or building and its site, that identifies and quantifies environmental concerns. This evaluation can include: radon levels, lead presence, EMF, drinking water analysis, soil testing, mold and moisture assessments. When is a healthy home evaluation needed? When purchasing a new home or business If there is a know history of environmental conditions in the area If you are located near any current or past industrial sites that may have contaminated ground water or soil If your home was built before 1978 Why should I be concerned about lead? Lead-based paint was widely used in homes up until the late 1970's. Homes built before this time may still contain lead. While young children and the elderly are at particular risk, anyone can be affected by lead in the home. Lead dust can be inhaled or small paint chips can be swallowed. Elevated blood lead levels can cause learning problems and nerve damage. Children may have lead poisoning and not feel sick at all, or lead can cause stomach pains, headaches, poor appetite, fatigue and restlessness. Why should I be concerned about Radon? Radon is invisible, tasteless, and odorless. It is a naturally occurring radioactive gas, produced by the breakdown of uranium in soil, rock and water and has been found in all 50 states. The EPA has estimated nearly 1 in 15 homes may have elevated radon levels, and because it is naturally occurring, it is not limited to older homes. Radon is the second leading cause of lung cancer after smoking. You may be exposed to radon for years without any adverse effects. According to the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), radon causes an estimated 15,000 lung cancer deaths per year. What kind of contaminates may occur in the outdoor soil? The most common contaminates of residential soil are lead and arsenic. Both of these toxins can be introduced to the soil directly, or can travel great distances from other sources via the groundwater. Lead and arsenic can be extremely dangerous, particularly to children who tend to have greater exposure to the soil outside of a home. Long-term exposure to heavy doses of arsenic can cause skin, bladder, kidney, liver and lung cancer. Children exposed to lead are at risk for learning difficulties, reduced growth and decreased mental abilities. What kind of toxins may be present in my tap water? Drinking water usually contains a large variety of contaminates at or below levels established to be safe by the EPA. However, both inorganic (e.g. heavy metals) and biological contaminants may become elevated locally. For a complete list of EPA recognized contaminates and acceptable levels, please visithttp://www.epa.gov/safewater/mcl.html. The only way to be sure your home is safe from these contaminates is to have it tested. What is EMF exposure? Electro magnetic fields (EMF) is the invisible field produced by such things as power lines, home electronics, house wiring, cell phones, and cellular relay towers. Although there is some debate over the real health effects of EMF, most scientists agree that the evidence is at best, inconclusive. Although the EPA has not set any standards for residential EMF levels, there have been guidelines introduced by the ICNIRP. The International Commission on Non-Ionizing Radiation Protection (ICNIRP) is an organization of 15,000 scientists from 40 nations who specialize in radiation protection. We will measure these radiation levels and let you know how they compare with recommended standards and national averages. What Services Are Provided by I.H.S. for this type of Evaluation? Medium Evaluated # Samples Included * Standards of Comparison Mold&Moisture; 1 – outside plus2 – inside Background levels naturally occurring in the area Lead 2 – inside Presence or absence Radon 1– inside EPA standards and area averages Drinking Water 2 – inside EPA standards for organic and inorganic contaminants Soil 2 – outside EPA standards for organic and inorganic contaminants EMF 2 – inside ICNIP recommended standards and area averages * Additional samples can be accommodated upon request. How much will it cost? A full healthy home evaluation, including mold, moisture, radon, lead, EMF, soil, and drinking water, starts at $999. Additional samples can be accommodated upon request. The standard turn-around time for a healthy home evaluation is one week. Quicker turn-around time can be accommodated for an additional fee. You scrub your kitchen, wash your floors and vacuum clean your rugs, but does that mean you have a healthy home? The answer, according to the Environmental Protection Agency, might be no. I.H.S. is a Portland -based health and safety company that employs scientific analysis to educate the public and improve indoor environments. I.H.S.is a Portland Oregon -based health and safety service company that employs scientific analysis to educate the public and improve indoor environments. Our senior Industrial Hygienist, Bill Williams, is a Certified Indoor Environmental Consultant and Certified Industrial Hygiene Manager, and is an authority on health-related indoor environmental quality issues. "We know, according to studies by independent agencies such as the EPA and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, that indoor air quality often is not as healthy as it needs to be," says Williams, who leads his I.H.S team of field analysts and scientific personnel. These are experienced personnel in the fields of bacteriology, mycology, aerobiology, microscopy, environmental science and toxicology. "Invisible environmental problems in our homes and businesses are the bad news," Williams adds. "The good news is that there are easy steps people can take to understand and improve their indoor environments, where they spend most of their time." Finding What Lives in Your HouseI.H.S.offers scientifically based services designed to identify air quality problems and their sources and then provide the right remedies. Its field analysts begin by conducting environmental evaluations utilizing scientific instrumentation to detect a wide range of contaminants. Clients receive a scientific report within seven business days including results on levels of mold, airborne particles, volatile organic chemicals, moisture measurements electromagnetic radian and bio-aerosol sampling. I.H.S.alsoconducts allergen evaluations for dust mites, mold, pollen and dust particles as well as water and bacteria evaluation. Additional evaluations analyze water and bacteria levels in bathrooms and kitchens. I.H.S.also offers customized testing services, such as thermal imaging of a building's interior." So many people suffer from allergic reactions and various symptoms for which they have not been able to identify a cause," says Williams. "There are many irritants in home or office environments that can be the causes of eye irritation, sneezing, coughing, headaches, respiratory problems and other symptoms that compromise people's health and well-being." After identifying the problems, I.H.S. offers solutions to improve the indoor environment and promote wellness. Depending upon the nature and level of the problem, the company utilizes different types of equipment. These procedures may include, for example, filtering harmful particles from the air, displaying moisture areas not visible under ordinary lighting conditions, or sanitizing air-conditioning and duct systems. In July 2010, I.H.S. will add to its existing services an environmentally responsible selection of personal and homecare products that can be purchased on the web site, www.iersos.com "There are scientific, proven solutions to improve the quality of the air we breathe," says Williams. "The key is finding the right team to guide you through the process." Please view our website for additional Information such as..http://www.iersos.com/index.htm · Water Intrusion Assessments · Cost Estimate Losses · Sewage Spill and Bacterial Assessments · Fire Contamination Assessments · Mold Investigations ·Indoor Environmental Quality Investigations ·Hazardous Agents Threat Assessment&Analysis ·Industrial Hygiene Assessments · Occupational Safety Site Analysis · Accident Investigations-Industrial and Personal · Asbestos and Lead Paint Assessments&Mitigation Monitoring · Fuel Spill Remediation Assessments · Air Sampling and Monitoring · Site Monitoring-Mitigation and Construction · Safety and Health On-Site Audits · Loss Control Program Development and Review · Health&Safety Program Compilation · Health and Safety Training · Workers' Compensation Claim Support · Insurance Claim Estimates · Insurance Claim Services · Project Management Oversight · Mold Inspections · Expert Witness · Building Moisture Evaluations · Insurance Investigations · Indoor Air Quality ...read more
By Industrial Hygiene Services September 22, 2010
The U.S. has one of the safest food supplies in the world. One main reason for this is the way in which the food is packaged. Balancing food packaging needs, consumer desires and the impact on the environment are the responsibilities of the food packaging companies. ...read more
Hospitals handle various types of hazardous waste. Typical hospital waste includes things such as discarded medical equipment, used needles, medications and bodily fluids. These types of waste must be handled with care and disposed of properly. Hospitals must have a plan and procedure in place to faci... ...read more
