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ENVIRONMENTAL INSPECTION SERVICES including:Mold/Moisture EvaluationsRadon MeasurementAsbestos InspectionLead-based Paint DetectionIndoor Air Quality AssessmentFOR SPECIFICS, PLEASE SEE BELOW:Mold and Moisture Evaluations: Identification of where mold has grown and whether it is actively growing or dormant Characterization of the potential health hazard and the structural damage from the mold Design of a mold remediation plan when needed Identification of the moisture sources that caused the mold Design of cost-effective corrective measures to control the moisture sources Guidance for the prevention of future mold problemsRadon Measurement:Radon Measurement in Homes, Apartments, Schools, Churches, Businesses, Factories, Etc.Multifamily Housing Radon Measurement for FHA insured mortgage applications is a specialty of my company. I have conducted several dozen multifamily radon measurement projects and fully implement the new AARST protocol. This depth of experience is unique among the radon measurement providers who serve Kentucky. Consultation on alternative designs and costs of radon mitigation systems and referral to the complete listing of certified companies from which to obtain competitive proposals.Asbestos Services Include: Home Buyers Asbestos Inspections Commercial Building Asbestos Inspections Pre-Demolition Inspections Health Risk Assessments Sample Collection and Testing Services Consultations Asbestos Abatement SupervisionLead-based Paint Services Include: Home Buyers Lead Risk Assessments Lead-based Paint Inspections Visual Inspection of Paint Condition and Location Testing for Lead in Paint, Dust and Soil X-Ray Fluorescence (XRF) testing is available under Kentucky Radioactive Material License #401-797-20 Lead Testing of Toys, Furniture, Mini-blinds, Pottery and Drinking Water Section 8 Housing Clearance Examinations Housing Renovation Clearance Examinations Professional Lead Paint Consultations and EducationIndoor Air Quality Services:Steven E. Rice has over 38 years of experience identifying indoor air quality problems and designing corrective measures for issues that may include the following: Biological Pollutants - animal dander, cockroaches, dust mites, food allergens, bacteria and sewer gas.
Hazardous chemical ingredients found in household products - formaldehyde, petroleum distillates, mineral spirits, chlorinated solvents, carbon tetrachloride, methylene chloride, trichloroethane, toluene, ozone and pesticides.
Combustion Pollutants - carbon monoxide, nitrogen dioxide, sulfur dioxide, particulates, candle soot, excessive water vapor and environmental tobacco smoke.
Asthma Triggers - 20 million Americans have asthma that can be triggered by indoor allergens and irritants such as second hand tobacco smoke, dust mites, pets, molds, pests, house dust and ozone.