Report Template for a Radon Mitigation System Inspection

Create your own clean copy of this agreement by copying and pasting it into a Word Doc. For information about how to use this sample, read IAC2’s Radon Mitigation System Inspection Standards of Practice. Radon Mitigation System Inspection Report Client: ____________________________________ Location of radon-mitigation system: ____________________________________ This inspection was performed in substantial compliance with IAC2’s…

How to Identify Indoor Air Quality Problems

People often think about air pollution associated with outdoor environments, but it is also very important to consider the quality of indoor air — especially since we spend so much of our time indoors. Indoor air pollution is characterized by how clean the air is that we breathe at home, schools, stores, workplaces, gyms, and…

Symptoms and Signs of Exposure to Poor IAQ

Poor indoor air quality (IAQ) is an important health and safety concern. Several well-identified diseases and chronic illnesses have been traced to specific IAQ-related problems. Sometimes certain symptoms can be useful indicators of exposure to poor IAQ, especially if onset appears after: moving to a new residence; starting a new job or relocating office spaces;…

Sources of Exposure to Indoor Air Pollution

In the last several years, a growing body of scientific evidence has indicated that the air within homes and other buildings can be more seriously polluted than the outdoor air — even in the largest and most industrialized cities. Other research indicates that people spend approximately 90% of their time indoors. Thus, for many people,…

Biological and Chemical Indoor Air Pollutants

Many of the most common types of indoor air pollutants can be categorized as either biological or chemical in nature. Biological pollutants are a living thing or were at least produced by one. The most common biological indoor pollutants include the following agents: molds and mildew; pollen; house dust mites; cockroaches; animal dander, saliva, and…

Indoor Air Quality Basics

Indoor air quality is generally worse than most people believe. Poor indoor air quality can arise in any home or commercial building located in any geographical area. Some Things to Consider: You may regularly come in contact with indoor air quality that is worse than that of outdoor air. You may be more susceptible to…

Mold Remediation Procedures

Mold should not be permitted to grow indoors. Problems associated with mold have been around since recorded history. Solving mold problems still requires fixing the source of moisture and removing any contaminated components. Mold Remediation Procedures A variety of procedures is available to remediate damage to buildings and furnishings caused by moisture-control problems and mold.…