Environmental

There are still communities in the Chicago land area with houses utilizing oil fueled heating or converted to gas heating appliances with oil tanks remaining on premises. I've seen several abandoned oil tanks in basements and crawlspaces…

Let me give you an advice on how to get rid of attic mold, something to consider before signing a contract with a mold remediation company.

Let’s wrap it up; Crawlspace Mold, Ventilation and Insulation is the last of my Crawlspace Inspection posts and I’ll take care of the items 9 & 10 from my Top 10 list. They are somewhat correlated, at least partially. Top TEN…

Black mold growing in the attic does not necessarily cause your house air contamination. However, mold usually becomes an issue when discovered during the home inspection. In addition, depending on the attic mold contamination extent,…

In the 19th and 20th centuries, it was standard practice to use asbestos in homes. It was a widely used building material because it is extremely strong and durable.  Asbestos material is inexpensive to manufacturers and possesses…

What is Compost? Compost is one of nature’s best mulches and easy way to add nutrients to your soil. Wouldn’t you like to have that beautiful garden or grow your own organic food? Since compost improves soil structure, texture and…

When you’ve put so much time and effort into transforming your back yard, the last thing you want to deal with is ticks! There are a few different ways to go about organic tick control: You can use a herbicide such as garlic or pepper…

If you have an underground oil tank on your property, it's essential to know the risks and what to do to remove it safely. You may be wondering, should I remove my underground oil tank? The answer is YES. Removing an underground…

Building a sustainable home involves more than simply building or renovating in a way that makes your home energy efficient - although this is a huge factor when it comes to being environmentally conscious over a long period of time. …

There is now a growing awareness of the dire effects of climate change in many nations in the world. Since we are more intelligent and arguably the more destructive creatures on the planet, humans are assumed to have a greater…