27 Mar 2014

The Potential Dangers of Formaldehyde in Buildings and Homes

Formaldehyde, a colorless, pungent-smelling gas, can cause watery eyes, burning sensations in the eyes and throat, nausea, and difficulty in breathing in some humans exposed at elevated levels (above 0.1 parts per million). Formaldehyde: Formaldehyde (HCHO) is considered a strong irritant and potent sensitizer. Inhalation of large amount of HCHO can cause severe irritation of […]

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25 Mar 2014

Not All Black Molds Are Toxic

Coloration and toxicity are two separate trends in mold. The coloration of mold is governed by pigmentation, physiological activity and genetics of the organism Tampa, FL — Mold has become an issue of increasing concern to the general population as lawsuits, media attention and misinformation fuel fires of hysteria.  To further complicate matters, a lack of education […]

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19 Mar 2014

Save Energy and Improve IAQ with GREEN AHU Cleaning Program

Part of the GREEN AHU Restoration Pure Air Control Services uses a proprietary steaming and flushing system called PURE-Steam Coil Cleaning process. Tampa, FL — Building Remediation Sciences, a division of Pure Air Control Services, a national leading provider of indoor air quality HVAC remediation and mold removal services in the US, provides commercial and residential GREEN AHU […]

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10 Mar 2014

Mold and Bacteria in Today’s Buildings

Toxicological evidence obtained in vivo and in vitro supports these findings showing the occurrence of diverse inflammatory and toxic responses after exposure to microorganism including their spores, metabolites and components isolated from damp buildings In today’s buildings microorganisms present a distinct challenge for those who manage and occupy them and are key components of bio-aero-pollution […]

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25 Feb 2014

Building Health Check Provides Halo Disinfection System Approved by EPA for Disinfection Dramatically Lowers Healthcare-Acquired C. DIFF Infection Rates

During a recent study of the Halo Disinfection System™ (HDS) system at Pennsylvania Hospital, a 496-bed urban teaching hospital in Philadelphia, PA, infection control experts cut the rate of C. diff infections by 66% after deploying the HDS system in patient rooms, operating rooms and treatment areas. Tampa, FL — Building Health Check, LLC, a reseller […]

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21 Feb 2014

Pure Air Control Services Receives A+ Ratings

Clearwater, FL — The teams at Pure Air Control Services prides themselves on team culture, response time and high customer service. We often receive emails and testimonials from clients praising the work the team do on a regular basis. This news is great to share as internal PR as our teams love to hear the positive feedback […]

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20 Feb 2014

Why Some High-Performance Buildings Fail

To successfully operate a high-performance building today in a high-performance fashion it requires ever-increasing expertise and education. Tampa, FL – A case in point: Recently 2 patients died as a result of Legionnaires disease allegedly acquired at a Indiana University hospital. The hospital said that tests done on its water system after the second patient was […]

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17 Feb 2014

Legionnaires’ disease – What You Should Know About The Potential Deadly Bacteria

Atlanta, GA — According to Building Operating Management magazine, expert Victor Yu, MD, Professor of Medicine, University of Pittsburgh; Chief, Infectious Disease Section, VA Medical Center, Pittsburgh, PA, disclosed that “Up to 70% of all buildings greater than three stories in the US may be contaminated with legionella.” What is Legionnaires’ disease? Legionnaires’ disease (LEE-juh-nares) […]

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11 Feb 2014

How Does Reduced Maintenance Budgets Impact Indoor Air Quality – IAQ?

According to Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) asthma is a disease that affects your lungs. It causes repeated episodes of wheezing, breathlessness, chest tightness, and nighttime or early morning coughing. Washington, DC – As modern medicine improves at warp speed then why has asthma prevalence rates jumped sharply in the U.S.?  With all the […]

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04 Feb 2014

Airborne Pollen and Mold … Nothing to Sneeze At

Some studies suggest that these little fragments of misery have extreme inflammatory potential and can impair human respiratory and cardiovascular-related health. Tampa, FL — Pollen: It’s on your house, on your doorstep, on your car, on your clothes, in the air, in your sinuses and in your home and workplace. When you stroll through your front […]

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