Avoiding Mold Inspection and Testing Scams

  The full episode of this Dr. Oz Healthy Home Investigation is available by clicking on the picture or copying and pasting this link in your browser: http://www.doctoroz.com/episode/oz-undercover-investigation-home-mold-removal-really-scam?video_id=5339439857001...

HERTSMI-2 Mold Test Score From an ERMI

HERTSMI-2 This scoring system is application of the DNA testing shown on ERMI test results. The new roster is designed to help patients (previously sickened by water-damaged buildings) understand if a given building is safe for occupancy. The roster is based on the...

National Lead Poisoning Prevention Week 2017

National Lead Poisoning Prevention Week 2017   NLPPW 2017 is next week, October 22-28!   NCHH has a webpage featuring tools and resources for National Lead Poisoning Prevention Week 2017. Here you’ll find a toolkit to help you get the word out on...

FEMA Warns Sonoma About Fraudulent Home Inspector

As home inspections continue following North Bay Fires, FEMA warns the public of scammers pretending to be inspectors to get ahold of people’s personal information. “Don’t take anyone at face value, especially during a disaster,” said Nikki Gaskins, media...

Child Safety Devices, Ideas From A Home Inspector

Is your home child safe? Each year in many children are injured and sometimes killed by hazards and accidents occurring in the home. The good news is many of these incidents can be prevented. Here are some of the most common child-safety devices: • Safety latches and...

HUD Radon Test Requirements

HUD’s Multifamily Housing Policy The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) announced significant steps would be taken towards eliminating radon exposure in renter-occupied homes by issuing two new policies that incorporate radon testing and mitigation...