Toxic schools: Grand jury laid out mold problem
By Denise-Marie Balona, Orlando SentinelIn, A grand jury blasted the Broward County school system for taking too long to get rid of mold...
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Oct 21, 20105 min read
Broward schools improve at fighting mold but problems persist
By Akilah Johnson and Denise-Marie Balona, Sun Sentinel At Croissant Park Elementary in Fort Lauderdale, some of the classrooms were so...
Oct 21, 20107 min read
Toxic schools: Mold, air quality spark thousands of complaints in Central Florida
By Denise-Marie Balona, Orlando Sentinel Mold clung to the ceiling and left dark trails across the walls and floor. The teacher had...
Oct 21, 20103 min read
Toxic schools: Could mold be the reason your child is sick?
By Denise-Marie Balona, Orlando Sentinel Six-year-old Anthony Aliseo was miserable. He had headaches, pressure between his eyes, trouble...
Oct 20, 20102 min read
PROGRAM TO SETTLE CHINESE DRYWALL LAWSUIT WILL RESULT IN REPAIRS
Published: October 18th, 2010 • One Comment A major importer and producer of Chinese drywall is attempting to settle with homeowners...
Oct 18, 20102 min read
Ten Tips for Good Indoor Air Quality
By The Home Ventilating Institute (HVI) To avoid common air quality problems within the home, follow ten simple steps: 1. Operate the...
Oct 18, 20103 min read
The ABCs of IAQ and Ventilation
By The Home Ventilating Institute (HVI) There are two primary reasons for ventilating houses: 1) to provide the necessary fresh air for...
Oct 18, 20102 min read
Less-Toxic Cleaners for Mold and Mildew
By Lynn Marie Bower If mold or mildew becomes a problem in your bathroom, some less-toxic solutions are available for combating it other...
Oct 18, 20103 min read
Why Ventilation is for People Not Houses
By The Home Ventilating Institute (HVI) When you think about it, ventilation really is a people consideration. The purpose of ventilation...
Oct 18, 20103 min read
Simple Strategies for Reducing Indoor Air Pollution and Improving Indoor Air Quality
By The Home Ventilating Institute (HVI) There are four basic strategies for improving air quality. First, it is important to always...
Oct 7, 20102 min read
Who is Allergic to Mold?
There are a few main factors that determine whether a person will be prone to developing mold spore allergies: 1.Hereditary: If members...
Oct 6, 20101 min read
What makes mold grow?
Mold only needs a few things to grow and multiply: •Nutrients (food) •A suitable place to grow •Moisture Many building materials (such...
Oct 6, 20101 min read
How can I prevent mold growth?
Water is the key. Without it, mold growth cannot start, much less multiply and spread. The easiest way to prevent the mold from gaining a...
Sep 29, 20104 min read
Alliance for Healthy Housing working for affordable healthy housing for all.
Ventilation and Indoor Air Quality Proper ventilation helps improve indoor air quality. Ventilation can control indoor humidity and...
Sep 26, 20103 min read
Indoor Air Quality IAQ TIPS FOR TEACHERS
Teachers have a significant role maintaining good air quality in classrooms. Below are a few tips for teachers that if followed can...
Sep 22, 20101 min read
CDC, EPA, HUD Officials to Join IAQA 14th Annual Meeting
Representatives from leading government agencies addressing indoor environmental quality, including CDC, EPA and HUD, will help kick-off...
Aug 28, 20102 min read
Florida Releases Energy Star Residential HVAC Rebate Form
Florida Releases Energy Star Residential HVAC Rebate Form Encourages Florida residents to upgrade to energy-efficient air conditioning...
Aug 28, 20101 min read
IAQA Partners with HUD for 2011 National Healthy Homes Conference
The 2011 National Healthy Homes Conference is a federally-sponsored event bringing together a wide range of sectors to better coordinate...
Aug 21, 20101 min read
Florida Chooses ACAC Mold Remediator License Examinations
Chapter 468, Part XVI, Florida Statutes, provides for licensure and regulation of mold remediators. The law became effective July 1,...
Aug 21, 20102 min read
What is a Certified Microbial Remediation Supervisor CMRS?
The ACAC CMRS is your first step in becoming Licenced as a Mold Remediator in Florida by Grandfathering. A Council-certified Microbial...
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