by Precision Environmental Services | Feb 22, 2024 | Mold
What Is Black Mold? Black mold, or Stachybotrys, is a type of toxic fungus that may be found in damp areas of your home. Unlike most types of mold, black mold has a unique appearance and is darker in color. It is highly toxic, particularly to infants, young children,...
by Precision Environmental Services | Feb 8, 2024 | Mold
Discovering mold in your home can be worrisome since mold, especially black mold or toxic mold, can affect your health and make you or your loved ones sick. To decrease or prevent health risks from mold exposure, getting rid of mold as soon as possible is important....
by Precision Environmental Services | Jan 3, 2024 | Mold
What Is Toxic Mold? Every variety of mold can potentially be dangerous to your health and cause allergic reactions, but the one most people should be concerned about is toxic mold or black mold. Toxic or black mold refers to any mold that produces mycotoxins or...
by Precision Environmental Services | Nov 9, 2023 | Mold
While Texas doesn’t have laws explicitly addressing a landlord’s responsibilities for mold testing and removal, fixing mold problems in rental homes falls under Texas laws related to repairs. The Texas Property Code requires landlords to address and repair...
by Precision Environmental Services | Feb 28, 2023 | Indoor Air Quality (IAQ)
Volatile organic compounds (VOCs) are a group of chemicals that are commonly found in a variety of products, including paints, solvents, cleaning products, and personal care products. VOCs are known to have adverse health effects, including respiratory problems and...
by Precision Environmental Services | Feb 21, 2023 | Indoor Air Quality (IAQ)
Indoor air quality (IAQ) refers to the air quality within a building, and it is an important factor to consider when it comes to the health and well-being of students and teachers. Poor IAQ can lead to a range of health problems, including headaches, allergies,...
by Precision Environmental Services | Feb 16, 2023 | Indoor Air Quality (IAQ), Mold
Mold is a type of fungus that can grow almost anywhere, as long as there is moisture present. In buildings, mold can grow on a variety of surfaces, including walls, ceilings, floors, and household items such as furniture, books, and clothes. Mold can cause a number of...
by Precision Environmental Services | Feb 8, 2023 | Asbestos
Asbestos is a naturally occurring mineral that was once widely used in a variety of building materials because of its fire-resistant properties, strength, and durability. However, it has since been identified as a dangerous substance that can cause serious health...
by Precision Environmental Services | Jun 12, 2022 | Lead Based Paint
Lead paint poses a risk to the health of your family and others. Thankfully, since 1978, the practice of using lead-based paint in residential homes has crawled to a stop. However, despite efforts to contain and reduce the use of this highly toxic lead, many older...
by Precision Environmental Services | Apr 21, 2022 | Lead Based Paint
Concerns have emerged over the last several decades regarding the effects of lead on mental and physical health. This has made lead a significant cause for concern among homeowners and homebuyers, especially those who currently have or are planning to have children....
