Arsenic Testing Services 101

There are many people that are unaware that they may have arsenic in their homes. This can be a potentially life threatening situation that needs to be rectified as soon as possible. Arsenic is a poisonous substance that can cause illness and even death.

A homeowner that suspects that their home may have arsenic in it should have it inspected and tested as quickly as possible in order to identify any health hazards that are present in the home.

What is Arsenic Testing?

Arsenic testing is the method by which several systems in the home are tested in order to find out what, if any, their arsenic levels are.

Systems such as the plumbing, heating, and insulation systems are just three of the many systems in a home that should be tested for arsenic levels in order to maintain a healthy home for the homeowner and their family.

The testing can typically be done on site and it does not take very long. A trained professional can give a homeowner the results of the arsenic testing in a short amount of time which means that it gives the homeowner more time to act on the results if specific steps need to be taken in order to remove the arsenic present.

What are the Benefits of Arsenic Testing?

Generally, a cleaner house is a healthier house. A house that is free from toxic chemicals, such as arsenic, is healthier for a family to live in. Humans, especially newborns and toddlers, are very susceptible to the ill effects of arsenic poisoning.

LA Arsenic TestingHaving tests done in a home to rule out arsenic poisoning is a way to give families the peace of mind that they are looking for in order to rule that out as a cause for a particular family member's condition, or the declining health of the entire family.

The End Result

It is important for anyone that suspect their house of having arsenic to have a test done as quick as possible in order to find out if arsenic is present.

Once it is determined that arsenic is present in the home there are ways that the arsenic can be safely removed from the house so that the family can continue to enjoy their living space without having to worry about the harmful chemical and the ill effects that comes with it.

Looking for an expert to perform arsenic testing in your LA home? Call Common Sense Inspection today at (323) 372-2666

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About the author

Hello, Samuel Dixon with Common Sense Inspections Mold Inspection in Los Angeles has been awarded the Council­ certified Indoor Environmental Consultant (CIEC) designation by the American Council for Accredited Certification (ACAC). This prestigious, board ­awarded certification recognizes Dixon’s knowledge and field experience in indoor environmental investigation and consulting. To earn the CIEC designation, Samuel passed a rigorous examination based on respected industry texts. He then submitted documented, verifiable field experience to a board of peers, earning a unanimous vote of approval. To maintain the CIEC designation, Samuel will remain active in the field and complete 40 hours of professional development activities within the next two years. Samuel is now listed in the ACAC certificant database at www.acac.org, along with more than 2,800 ACAC certificants around the world. The database can be searched by name, company or zip code and represents a continuously updated roster of experienced indoor environmental professionals. The CIEC designation is accredited by the Council of Engineering and Scientific Specialty Boards (CESB) and the National Commission for Certifying Agencies (NCCA), both nationally recognized third­ party accreditation bodies. For more information, visit www.acac.org.