What Are the Health Risks of VOCs?

Worried about VOCs? Here's what you need to know. First, a little background information: Volatile organic compounds (VOCs) are gasses released into the air from some solids and liquids. VOCs include fumes from items such as cleaning products, cosmetics (including nail polish), building materials, and many others. While some VOCs like fuel vapors can have…

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What Does Mold Mean for Your Home?

When you have mold in your home, you might be wondering, "How bad can it really be?" Unfortunately, the answer may surprise you. Mold growing inside your property can lead to a number of consequences including: Health problems: Mold can cause skin irritation, sinus/nasal congestion, upper respiratory distress, and other issues. Mold can create adverse…

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Professional Arsenic Testing Results

Are you worried about arsenic in your home? Common Sense Inspections Inc. can help! Our professionals are available to provide accurate arsenic testing services to assess the presence of this toxin in your home or workplace. Call now to schedule your appointment. Arsenic is a naturally occurring, toxic element. Frequently found in soil and minerals,…

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Avoid Conflict-of-Interest Problems: Choose Independent Mold Inspectors

Some property owners think picking the same company to provide both mold testing and mold remediation makes sense. After all, you only have to work with one company to get both services, so you'll come out ahead, right? Well, that isn't always the case. You're actually better off using separate companies for mold inspection and…

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