06 Mar 2023

IAQ Testing Methods – 3 Common Assays

Indoor air quality is a top concern of building managers. In fact, it’s a concern of all stakeholders as it involves the health and safety of building occupants as well as the company’s bottom line. Poor IAQ, resulting from ventilation issues or water intrusion, poses a threat. Virus transmission is another cause for concern, however, […]

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27 Feb 2023

New Buildings IAQ Is Important

Many of us think of old buildings as drafty, dusty places and as potential sources of mold and mildew. Therefore, it makes sense that indoor air quality in these older structures would concern both building managers and occupants. However, new buildings IAQ is just as important. The Importance of New Buildings IAQ We spend the […]

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20 Feb 2023

Mold in Ducts: Detection and Removal

Mold is a part of the natural world. It serves a valuable purpose in breaking down organic matter, however, that doesn’t mean you have to live with it indoors. This fungus looks unsightly and causes musty odors as well. It also creates poor indoor air quality and prevents the HVAC system from running properly. Mold […]

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27 Jan 2023

Facility Legionella Testing Keeps Buildings Safe

Legionella bacterium is a unicellular microorganism that causes infections and diseases in both humans and animals. In humans, these bacteria cause the pneumonia-type Legionnaires’ disease as well as a more mild flu-like illness known as Pontiac fever. This bacteria, and a host of others, give building managers much cause for concern, however, facility Legionella testing […]

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17 Jan 2023

New Mold Standard for IAQ Professionals

The January 2023 issue of the Healthy Indoors Magazine contains an article on the IICRC’s new mold standard for IAQ professionals. The standard for remediation services serves as a guide to help professionals in their efforts to improve indoor air quality. The information in the standard also benefits facilities managers looking to improve the safety […]

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03 Jan 2023

New ASHRAE Pathogen Initiative

In an important announcement released late last year, The American Society of Heating, Refrigerating, and Air-Conditioning Engineers (ASHRAE) revealed plans for a national indoor air quality pathogen mitigation standard. At WTI Pure Air Controls, we fully support ASHRAE’s initiatives and we stand ready to help businesses realize better IAQ for all. What follows is a […]

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31 Oct 2022

How The Building Envelope Impacts IAQ

Providing a safe, healthy environment for workers requires proper indoor air quality. The same is true for visitors to retail outlets, medical clinics, gyms, and restaurants. It’s also true for homes and apartment buildings. When problems arise that affect the integrity of the building envelope, IAQ suffers. Therefore, facilities managers need to understand how the […]

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24 Oct 2022

Clearance Testing for Mold in Your Building

  If you suspect a water intrusion issue in a building you own or manage, it’s important to get clearance testing for mold. This process is a part of creating a safe work environment for staff and visitors to a building. It also assures building occupants that their well-being is important to management. Testing either […]

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17 Oct 2022

Flooding Threatens IAQ After Hurricane Ian

In late September of 2022, Hurricane Ian wreaked havoc across Western Cuba and the Southeastern United States. The storm reached peak intensity as it approached Florida where it caused billions of dollars in damages. Ian also resulted in the deaths of 126 in the state as well as fatalities in South Carolina and Virginia. The […]

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04 Oct 2022

Autumn Allergens Impact IAQ

  While spring allergies cause discomfort for millions of Americans across the country, fall is no slouch when it comes to triggering symptoms. Rotting leaves produce mold and ragweed release pollen during the autumn months with a peak in September. Indoors, the same culprits of dust and dander trigger symptoms. Read on to learn more […]

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