With spring fast approaching, both residential and commercial customers are preparing for the warmer days. Here in New England, warm summer days generally lead to closed windows and powered on air conditioning systems. Without proper AC duct cleaning, you may be putting your family or employees at risk for several health-related issues linked to poor […]
For homeowners preparing their homes for the fast approaching spring season, you might be asking yourself one of the most important questions out there, “Should I clean my air ducts?” We’ve talked a lot about allergy causes in the past and how our dirty ducts can contribute to those symptoms. However, beyond the onset of […]
Asbestos abatement in Massachusetts covers a wide-topic of materials, regulations, testing, and removal procedures. Although many people understand the necessary information pertaining to asbestos, the topic is much more in-depth than many realize. For instance, asbestos containing materials is a broad category that encompasses a great deal of surfaces. In this article, we’ll take a […]
Massachusetts requires anyone planning a project involving asbestos abatement, removal, or disposal to follow a specific list of guidelines. Although the best practice for asbestos containing material is to leave it alone, sometimes this isn’t possible. In this article, we’ll take a look at a few of the guidelines that are in place, and why […]
In our previous article, we mentioned that there are thousands of species of mold. However, this article will focus solely on the three most common types of mold found in homes. Although there are at-home methods to clean up mold, it’s always best to consider professional mold removal services from the team at Atlantic Bay. […]
We all know that signs of mold in the home or work area are potentially dangerous and can lead to costly structural damage. But, how many of us fully understand the potential health outcomes of leaving mold untreated? With even the smallest introduction to water or excess moisture in the air, mold can consume your […]
In late November, a fire station in Plymouth, MA, was permanently shut down due to asbestos contamination. After a recent wall sample was tested, asbestos was found in the plaster at the North Plymouth Fire Station on Spooner Street. It’s said that the asbestos was released due to neglected needed water damage repair to the […]
During mid-November, crews were put to work on the streets of Boston as asbestos ran rampant. According to several Boston news sources, first responders arrived on the scene after responding to a water main leak on Summer Street around 5:30 am. Shortly after, authorities were informed of a steam issue due to a burst pipe […]
As mentioned in our previous article, it may be overwhelming when assigned with the task of choosing an air purifier. However, this is a task that is inevitable when dealing with home mold remediation. Once mold spores are allowed to adventure through your home, you and your family are put at risk for several unwanted […]
With the holiday season fast approaching, many homeowners are heading down into the basement to pull out buckets of stored decorations. Although this festive time is full of cheer and excitement, it may also be filled with health risks to your family and friends. These risks are centered around the basement as one of the […]
