Protecting what's important...Naturally

Call Our Specialists!

Toll-Free: 888-740-3811

Monday - Friday, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM CST


air quality

Should Schools Be Forced to Improve Indoor Air Quality

March 1, 2011

The schools argue that this is a funding problem. They are trying to save money by raising the temperature in schools and shutting off the air conditioning on nights and weekends. These decisions contribute to the mold growth. Of course, more funding would also allow them to address mold problems.

Read the full article →

Mold Conspiracy in California

January 12, 2011

When James Marmon started working in the building in 2007, he noticed red Xs on the floor mats. Only weeks later did he find out why. Mr. Marmon had stepped into a moldy office that was causing employees a range of symptoms from extreme fatigue to nosebleeds. There were rumblings of inspections and investigations into the air quality, but not enough action was taken. Several other employees have complained with respiratory concerns and filed workers’ compensation claims with the union.

Read the full article →

Alarming Hospital Mold

January 5, 2011

The rooms are apparently in an older section of the hospital and covered with a kind of wallpaper that can trap moisture and condensation. This wallpaper was a construction standard in the 1990s but has proved to be a sponge for water and thus cause mold. It is likely that some water intruded through the windows in these rooms and was absorbed into the wallpaper. After the drywall is replaced, the hospital plans to paint instead of use wallpaper as it does in newer sections of the hospital. It seems the hospital will simply remove the moldy material rather than seek assistance from a commercial mold remediator.

Read the full article →

What Every Parent Should Know About Mold

December 29, 2010

. In fact, it is more likely that your child will attend a moldy school than live in a moldy home. Our nation’s public school systems have a serious indoor air quality problem that is affecting 20% of all schools at least. Keep in mind, that mold affects people differently so some children will probably not exhibit the same symptoms.

Read the full article →

Mold Scam: Beware the Coupon

December 17, 2010

After 30 complaints to the Better Business Bureau, they conducted a year-long investigation into the air conditioning duct cleaning industry. Their findings were based on seven shoppings covering six different companies.

Read the full article →

Guardian Preservation Services Featured on PBS Mold Removal Special

November 23, 2010

Guardian Preservation Services was recently featured on the PBS “For Your Home” special on mold removal. The episode centers on a 200-year-old log cabin that was moved to the top of a mountain. The cabin recently suffered winter damage including frozen pipes and a leaky roof that allowed water to intrude, causing indoor mold growth over time. Guardian explained the dangers of mold on health and property, as well as proper and efficient mold removal methods.

Read the full article →

Summer Mold in the Windy City

August 26, 2010

But studies have shown that if you typically come down with what is colloquially called “hay fever” during these allergy seasons then it was likely a condition that developed in childhood. Long-term exposure to allergens, like mold, pollen, and dust cause children to develop an overly-sensitive immune system. This causes an inflammatory reaction when exposed to allergens later on in life.

Read the full article →

Easley School Takes Mold Remediation Seriously

August 24, 2010

The school district isn’t springing for a commercial mold remediation company, but taking on the job themselves by vacuuming all surfaces with a HEPA vacuum, wiping all surfaces with an antimicrobial cleaner, and spraying with an antimicrobial disinfectant. They plan on removing moldy tiles and giving that HVAC system a thorough cleaning.

Read the full article →

Even Arizona has Moldy Schools

May 11, 2010

Here, the school did the test based on a recommendation from the maintenance crew. The kind of mold found is not even the most dangerous. It is usually found on old bread and potatoes. It’s mostly harmless unless someone is immunosuppressed – which is probable given the age of the students. The report did not seem to mention Stachybotrys or other kinds of black mold. Still, the school decided it was unsafe and took responsible action by sealing off a section of the school and informing parents of the situation.

Read the full article →

Oak Ridge Elementary Finally Reopens After Exhaustive IAQ Battle

March 30, 2010

Someone could make a documentary about this story, but to sum things up – students and teachers at the school were becoming sick, fingers were pointed at mold and moisture issues, the school spent thousands on testing but could not find a definitive link to mold, eventually the school was shut down. After so many months having to split students among nearby schools, parents were eager to finally send their kids back to Oak Ridge.

Read the full article →

← Previous Entries