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Our recommended books about building design, inspection, and repair, and about indoor environment testing, diagnosis, and cleanup are at the InspectAPedia Bookstore.
A Guide to Energy Efficient Heating & Cooling from the
US EPA, including how to maintain your heating and cooling equipment to save energy, how and where to seal air leaks or HVAC duct leaks in your home,
how to decide when it's time to replace your air conditioning system, how to work with the HVAC contractor, how to choose the right heating or
air conditioning equipment, and how to get equipment that is properly sized.
Heating and Air Conditioning Filters airconditioning-filter.com - A portable air conditioning unit provides the same heating and air conditioning as an air conditioning system, however, the quantity or the area it cools/heats is smaller and targeted
Duct Cleaning Should You Have the Air Ducts in Your Home Cleaned? - Indoor Environments Division (6607J) Office of Air and Radiation (OAR) EPA-402-K-97-002, October 1997, US EPA
Air Conditioning Compressor - Air conditioning compressors are an integral part of the refrigeration cycle that cools your home or business. If you suspect a problem with your air compressor, contact your local air conditioning repair technician.
HVAC Equipment Data Tag De-coding: Technical Reference Guide, published by Carson Dunlop Weldon & Associates, Ltd., Toronto, 2006 for a $69.00 book which translates air conditioning equipment model numbers and serial numbers into date of equipment manufacture and rated BTUH capacity.
Project Management Consulting: Software and Systems Project and Program Management - Dan Friedmann, 19 Chatham Rd,
Chappaqua, NY 10514,
Phone: 914.391.6241
WebSite: http://www.proj-mgt.com/
Email: proj-mgt@proj-mgt.com
Greenwood Hydronic Wood Furnace (Wood-fired heating boilers), Heat your home with wood, and very little smoke, creosote or ash
Chimney Cleaning, Repair & other Masonry Repair Services
New Lenox, IL 60451 RK Masonry & Tuckpointing, (708) 212-2509 - masonry and chimney repairs:
Robert Kale, rkmasonry@shepherdtech.info Serving Chicago and suburbs. Over 20 years of experience in masonry and tuckpointing work with brick, block and stone. We specialize in chimney repair, brick and stone fireplaces and brick mailboxes. New construction or repair and renovation. Repair or construction of block walls, brick walls and glass block walls.
Construction Flaws: Chernobyl nuclear catastrophe, description of defects in this nuclear plant prior to the melt-down
Construction Information Sources (CIS) Databasecollection of Internet sites for A/E/C (Architecture, Engineering, and Construction) industry - includes data basesearch capabilities
Reducing the Fire Hazards in Aluminum-Wired Homes, details of the hazard of and what to do about aluminum wiring, aluminum wiring repair methods, This document answers most technical questions about the hazards and remedies of aluminum electrical wiring. [UPDATED-DF 3/8/2003, Edits-df 02/09/2006] Pigtailing using COPALUM - CPSC recommended, Pigtailing using Scotchlok 3M - useable, with a link to step-by-step "how to" photos, Pigtailing using Ideal 65 - NOT recommended, aluminum wiring failures research, field and lab experience, expert sources.
AMP Corporation, Harrisburg PA 17105 800-522-6752 - CPSC's recommended COPALUM aluminum-copper retrofit - US Customer Support 800-522-6752 [See the TYCO announcement above]
AMP Canada Product Information Department, 905-470-4425 the COPALUM connector line is available in Canada; they do not appear to have a contractor training/certification program such as is (at least in a few places) available in the USA.
List of Electricians Specializing in Aluminum Wire Repair, Federal Pacific Stab-Lok Replacement, Zinsco Replacement
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Qualified electricans who have experience and expertise with aluminum wiring repair, FPE Stab-Lok or Zinsco electrical panel replacement, can be
listed here at no charge by contacting us with that information.
Aluminum Wiring Repair Electrician Directory List See our list of Aluminum Wiring Repair Electricians at
FPE, Zinsco, and Other Electricians Directory List
DIRECTORY OF ELECTRICIANS for Repair/Replacement of Federal Pacific Electric-FPE & Zinsco circuit breakers and electrical panels. A list of elecricians asserting specific experience and expertise with the hazards and with the appropriate repair procedures for FPE Stab-lok circuit breakers and electrical panels, and with Zinsco/Sylvania circuit breakers and electrical panels
1982 Reliance Electric Co. SEC Quarterly Report: NoteC. reports litigation between Reliance and UV Liquidating Trust and contends that "... improper and deceptive practices were employed for many years to secure UL listings for Federal Pacific's circuit protective products..."
1980 Reliance Electric Co. Press Release: improper practices improper practices used to obtain UL Listing for most of FPE'scircuit breakers and notes testing which indicates "possible defects." 1980, Reliance Electric Co.
Square D Circuit Breaker Recalls, announced by the US CPSC, recalls include a Square D GFCI circuit breaker distributed by Square D, and a Counterfeit Square-D circuit breaker sold through Scott Electric
Zinsco Electric Panel Hazards and Zinsco-type Sylvania Electric Panel Hazards
Adult Attention Deficit Disorder - A leading provider of EEG neurofeedback for adult attention deficit disorder ADD / ADHD, also sells EMF meters and air and water purification equipment
Asbestos News - a good information website on asbestos hazards and Mesothelioma.
Dust from the World Trade Center collapse following the 9/11/01 attack: the lower floors of this building contained spray-on fire-proofing asbestos materials.
Asbestos and Mesothelioma Center Resource on Asbestos and Mesothelioma, including discussion of asbestos, asbestosis, asbestos cancer, asbestos abatement procedures, jobsite exposure to asbestos, and treatment for asbestos-related illness.
Asbestos News - a good information website on asbestos hazards and Mesothelioma. Example of lead-in of
a current article (Jan 2006) "What is Mesothelioma? - Mesothelioma is a rare form of cancer that attacks cells, called mesothelial cells, which make up membrane lining in the
chest and abdominal cavity. The tissue called mesothelium, which is formed by the mesothelial cells, help protects the organs by producing a lubricating
fluid that allows the organs to move without irritating nerves." The site contains articles on asbestos abatement, asbestos in schools, claims,
containment, litigation, and various asbestos-related illnesses.
Mesothelioma Website: non-profit consumer information website provides
clear language information about mesothelioma (what is mesothelioma, how do you get malignant mesothelioma, how much asbestos exposure does it take to get mesothelioma, what are the symptoms of mesothelioma)
Mesothelioma treatment options are described
Mesothelioma specialsts - doctors - choosing a doctor, cancer centers, etc
Mesothelioma related clinical trials are described
Help in managing health records for meothelioma treatment and care
Veterans resources for people suffering from mesothelioma including mesothelioma detection, asbestos exposure in the military, and veterans service officers
Mesothelioma Doctors - "In any kind of delicate situation, such as dealing with mesothelioma, receiving valuable information is very important. All the information you need is available on our website. Find a list of doctors and treatment centers that can offer the necessary mesothelioma treatment methods in order to treat your health. All the support you need and even legal help for asbestos victims is provided at this website"
Mesothelioma News is a very
dangerous ailment that can devastate a family. Make sure that you have the
right Mesothelioma Lawyers to
help protect your family from economic hardships. Asbestos is an extremely dangerous substance that everyone should be aware of. [Text supplied to DF by Mesothelioma News 2/12/07]
Asbestos Advice Helpline - Asbestos Compensation UK Freephone dedicated helpline with specialist advisors to provide information and help on making a claim for compensation. - UK Telephone: 0800-916-9050 - ACAH group: Regulated by the Ministry of Justice in respect of regulated claims management activities. CRM 2757, The ACHAH Group is registered under the Data Protection Act 1998, reference Z1080746
Mesothelioma & Asbestos Awareness Center, (this site is NOT RECOMMENDED due to deceptive website practices) is a website sponsored by the Law Firm of EARLY, LUDWICK, SWEENEY & STRAUSS, LLC.
EMF Shielding Inc New York based Environmental Engineering Firm provides EMF Design, Engineering, Electromagnetic Field Surveys, Shielding Installation, Consulting and Field Management - U.S. & worldwide services
A Toxic Gas Testing Plan: A Gas Sampling Plan for Residential and Commercial Buildings lists some of the toxic indoor gases for which we test, depending on the building complaint and building conditions
Gas Exposure Hazard Levels: for Toxic Gas Exposure to Ammonia, Arsine, Arsenic, Bromine, Carbon Dioxide, Carbon Monoxide, Hydride, Ozone - allowable exosure levels and hazard levels
Gilian air pump. For broad screening for combustibles and a number of other toxic gases and for leak tracing
We also use Amprobe's Tif8850. All of these instruments, their applications, and sensitivities (minimum detectable limits) for specific gases are described in our Gas Sampling Plan online document.
Lead Hazards in Buildings, Dust, Paint, Water: General Advice, Testing Procedures, Illnesses with additional links and resource references for Lead Hazards
Petroleum Bulk Storage J. Sibblies, NY State DEC, Advice to Home Owners and Home Inspectors about Oil Storage Tanks - summary from ASHI Chapter Seminar.
Thermography - Infra Red Inspection Equipment, temperature, heat loss, active leak detection, moisture investigations
FLIR Thermography manufacturer of infrared cameras, thermographytesting equipment, and thermal imaging cameras. FLIR provides infrared software as well as infrared training and support
Therma-Check, LLC-Home Energy Audits and Thermal Imaging in Maryland, Baltimore Metro Region and Hanover, PA - Providing Home Energy Audits and Thermal Imaging Services in Central Maryland, Baltimore Metro Region and Hanover, PA.
Age: Find the Age of a House How to Determine the Age of a Building from Visual Clues, Architectural Style, Building Materials, Construction Details, or Documentary Clues
Aluminium Drainage - Marley Alutec, a U.K. company, offers innovative Guttering & Drainage solutions for the construction industry. We are the industry benchmark for quality and professionalism.
DECK & PORCH CONSTRUCTION - safe construction practices, best construction details for decks & porches
EIFS Restoration System revitalizes prestigious San Francisco Towers [Silicone [[caulk]] in constructin]
National Org. of EIFS Inspectors Information Center - somewhat thin in depth but useful updates on class action, basic failure mechanisms for various exterior claddings
Framing, Structures, Structural Inspections, columns, piers etc.
Age: Find the Age of a House How to Determine the Age of a Building from Visual Clues, Architectural Style, Building Materials, Construction Details, or Documentary Clues
Chernobyl Nuclear Plant this interesting document describes serious flaws in the construction of the Chernobyl Nuclear Facility, conditions which were discussed among Russian authorities long before the Chernobyl nuclear disaster that occurred in the Ukraine in 1986
Crawl Space Q & A website answers questions about crawl spaces "Ask the Crawl Space Expert"
DECK & PORCH CONSTRUCTION - safe construction practices, best construction details for decks & porches
Foundation Crack Bible, in-depth diagnosis, and evaluation of all types of structural and non-structural cracks in residential foundations [Brick, Concrete, Masonry Block, Stone]
Foundation Crack Repair Products are available from Applied Technologies and include a polyurethane foam used to seal leaky basement cracks (this is not a structural repair it's a waterproofing measure). The company sells other foundation repair products (dowel rod expoxy) as well as foundation and basement waterproofing, drainage, and dampproofing products as well. 1-877-277-5948, 513-939-3767 or Fax: (513) 939-3787
"Modular Home Construction, special defects and inspection methods" Dan Friedman, NY Metro ASHI Seminar, Holiday Inn, Crowne Plaza, White Plains NY, October 4, 1996
Mobile Home Inspections defects, inspection procedures, repair advice for mobile homes and trailers
Miami Leed Builder- Offering green LEED certification and consultation to builders, contractors, architects and more. Here is what Miami Leed explains about LEED Certification:
What is LEED Certification?
In the United States and in a number of other countries around the world, LEED certification is the recognized standard for measuring building sustainability. Achieving LEED certification is the best way for you to demonstrate that your building project is truly "green." The LEED green building rating system -- developed and administered by the U.S. Green Building Council, a Washington D.C.-based, nonprofit coalition of building industry leaders -- is designed to promote design and construction practices that increase profitability while reducing the negative environmental impacts of buildings and improving occupant health and well-being.
What are the benefits of LEED Certification?
LEED certification, which includes a rigorous third-party commissioning process, offers compelling proof to you, your clients, your peers and the public at large that you've achieved your environmental goals and your building is performing as designed. Getting certified allows you take advantage of a growing number of state and local government incentives, and can help boost press interest in your project.
South African e-Journal of Green Building, Llewellyn van Wyk, Editor-at-Large, Green Building e-Journal, ISBN: 978-0-620-38412-4. The Green Building eJournal provides handbooks and guides for green building construction.
Heating Cost Reduction Advice: How to Reduce Home Heating Costs - Book Review & Actual Heating Savings and Energy Savings Tips for homeowners and service technicians
Duct Cleaning Should You Have the Air Ducts in Your Home Cleaned? - Indoor Environments Division (6607J) Office of Air and Radiation (OAR) EPA-402-K-97-002, October 1997, US EPA
Gas-Fired Heating Boilers - Allgas Heating installs full gas central heating systems, Combi conversions, and boiler exchanges.
HVAC Equipment Data Tag De-coding: Technical Reference Guide, published by Carson Dunlop Weldon & Associates, Ltd., Toronto, 2006 for a $69.00 book which translates air conditioning equipment model numbers and serial numbers into date of equipment manufacture and rated BTUH capacity.
HVAC Jobs information on HVAC, HVAC Software, HVAC engineers, HVAC contractors, HVAC recruiters, HVAC jobs, Heating, Air Conditioning and ASHRAE
Wood Furnaces clean burning wood furnaces from Greenwood Furnace, 85% efficient, it burns not only the wood, but the smoke coming from a typical fire. It ties to any heating system and may heat an entire home and provide all your domestic hot water. It leaves very little material to create smoke, creosote or ash making it one of the cleanest wood furnaces on the market
Historic Buildings Inspection, Construction, Repair, Dating
Age: Find the Age of a House How to Determine the Age of a Building from Visual Clues, Architectural Style, Building Materials, Construction Details, or Documentary Clues
Age: Find the Age of a House How to Determine the Age of a Building from Visual Clues, Architectural Style, Building Materials, Construction Details, or Documentary Clues
Age: Find the Age of a House How to Determine the Age of a Building from Visual Clues, Architectural Style, Building Materials, Construction Details, or Documentary Clues
Black Mold: Is all "black mold" highly toxic and highly dangerous? Wny do we need to test black mold? Is some "black" (or other color) mold just "cosmetic"?
Bulk sampling for mold: Mold Testing: Bulk or Tape Surface Samples and their interpretation - a quick tutorial
Cat Dander: how to inspect and test a building for past or current presence of cats, cat hair, cat dander, and cat allergens
Chain of custody: how do we document the mold samples I'm sending to a lab?
Enviro-Scare: Electric Power Lines, Electromagnetic Fields, Cancer Risk, & "Enviro-Scare" - The Normal Curve Cycle of Public Fear of Environmental Issues
Lab procedures: Airborne Particle Trace Calculations Recap - how to calculate airborne particle concentrations for mold, IAQ, allergens, or other forensic particle studies - A Laboratory SOP
Lab procedures: Calibration and Mold Test Laboratory SOP documents?
Lab procedures: Cargille meltmountTM slides for rapid field or laboratory use, how to prepare
Lab procedures: Microscopy - Microscope techniques and laboratory procedures for indoor air quality, toxic mold identification, & bioaerosol investigations
Lab procedures: Slide preparation - tips on mold lab procedures?
Lighting, using to find mold - proper use of a flashlight can help spot mold on paneling and other building surfaces
Lighting: Proper use oflighting discloses hard to see but toxic light or white mold colonies on building surfaces - read this if you're doing your own tape sampling for mold.
Looking for Mold: How to look for problematic, mold in Buildings. Looking for toxic, "black" or other problematic indoor molds.
Looking for Mold: Mold Risk Levels in Buildings: Based on Visual Inspection.
Looking for Mold: Looking for Mold - How to Find Problematic Mold Contamination in Buildings - class presentation
Looking for Mold: How to recognize stuff that is not problematic mold.
Media Blasting: Mold Removal by Media Blasting - A test report (complete article, with illustrations) on the effectiveness of baking soda media blasting for cleaning fungal contamination in buildings, Daniel Friedman, Dennis Melandro, originally published in Indoor Environment Connections, Rockville MD, June 2003
How to Clean Moldy Wood Framing & Sheathing How to clean/seal mold from/on exposed lumber or plywood subfloor or roof sheathing
indoors - some suggestions based on our ongoing research
Companies offering Mold and other HAZMAT Cleaning & Remediation
Canada Mold Remediation Companies: Phoenix Disaster Restoration Corp.Sherbrooke (Québec) - (819) 822-2425 - info@phoenixinc.ca
Phoenix après sinistre , spécialisé en nettoyage après sinistre, offre toute une gamme de services pour la restauration de lieux ayant subi des dommages. Que ce soit à la suite d'une inondation, d'un dégât d'eau, d'un refoulement d'égout, d'un incendie, d'un problème de moisissure, de micro-organismes ou d'odeur, Phoenix saura intervenir de manière efficace.
Phoenix disaster restoration is specialized in post-disaster cleaning and mold remediation. We offer a full range of services for the restoration of areas that have been damaged. Whether the cause is flooding, water damage, sewer backup, fire, mold, microorganisms, or bad odors, Phoenix knows how to intervene efficiently.
Arizona Mold Remediation Companies: Helping Hand Fire and Water Restoration, 480-924-4830, 888-668-5422, FAX: 480-985-5611, Arizona Flood Water Damage & Smoke and Fire Damage Restoration, Sewage Remediation & Cleanup, Mold Removal. 24/7- Service - immediate response.
U.S.: Northeast - Serv Pro - Ted White - Putnam County - 800-352-0019
U.S.: Northeast - Serv Pro - Gill Morrissey - Beacon, NY (845) 831-3600
U.S.: Northeast - Westfair Restoration Services - Chris VanWaggoner - 914-447-4813 - Thornwood, NY
Ohio Mold Remediation Companies: Douglas M. Kohnen, ERAtech Environmental, Inc., Kettering, Ohio, (937) 859-8998 - dkohnen@earthlink.net - specializes in Mold Assessments and Project Design for residential and commercial properties.
FLOOD VENTS & FLOOD PORTS to avoid structural damage during building flooding, flood venting, flood ports, or flood gates on buildings
Foundation Crack Bible, in-depth diagnosis, and evaluation of all types of structural and non-structural cracks in residential foundations [Brick, Concrete, Masonry Block, Stone]
Met Fin Shotblast media blasting systems, abrasive blast equipment, as well as custom-designed systems for shot blasting, blast cleaning, descaling, shot peening, grit blasting, sandblasting and blast rooms
Surface Tek media blasting equipment and supplies for mold remediation and other surface cleaning applications
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Drain Noises: may indicate defective or clogged plumbing: how to diagnose and cure drain sounds
Design Basics: Choosing Septic Tank Size, Absorption System Size - basic septic system volume and absorption system design guides.
The Septic System Information Website main website of articles on how to install, inspect, test, diagnose, repair, & replace septic systems, basic and advanced designs
Pressure/Temperature Relief Valves, proper inspection methods, issues and hazards (article due in 2007)
Water Pumps, water tanks, water supply equipment
Clearances Required for Wells Distance Between Well & Septic System and other water pollution sources, Online Table of Well Distances
Water pressure tanks - how to diagnose the need for air, how to add air, stop water pump short cycling to avoid damage - water storage water pressure tank safety.
Total Coliform Testing, what is Total Coliform, why do we test for it, what do test results mean
Water Testing Information Website what water tests to order, typical test fees, when and how to test drinking water for contaminants
Water Filtration Systems Premiere Sales is a leading Water Purification Company that provides consumers and business with a wide range of Water Filter Systems including Replacement Water Filters, Drinking Water Systems, Reverse Osmosis Systems and more from major brands
Plastic Supply and Drain Piping Failures: leaks, lawsuits, settlements
ABS Plastic Drain/Waste/Vent (DWV) pipe failures: reported for Centaur, Phoenix, Polaris, Gable, and Spartan pipe mfgs. for pipe made betweeen 1985
and 1988. CPSC Hot Line: 800-638-8270 or ABS Drain Leaks/Failures-Class Action Settlement
Flood Response what to do after a septic system has been exposed to flooding
Garbage Grinders and garbage disposal units - effects on septic systems
Planting Over Septic Systems: trees, shrubs, groundcover over the septic system: what can you plant over or near septic system components without causing a problem?
Septic & Cesspool Safety - septic system, septic tank, & cesspool safety warnings for septic inspectors, septic pumpers, and homeowners.
Septic D-BOX Inspection providesfor help in finding and inspecting the septic system drainfield distribution box
Septic Tank Inspection Procedure - How to Inspect Septic Tanks and evaluate the septic tank condition, baffles, sludge levels, damage, evidence of septic failure, etc.
Sewer Gas Odors diagnosing, finding, and curing septic tank and sewer line smells
Sewer Gas - Methane and other septic system gas explosion or asphyxiation hazards such as hydrogen sulfide
Dosing Systems, Pressure - Pressure dosing, using mainfold systems, rigid pipe systems, and drip irrigation systems to control movement of septic effluent to the absorption system
Drywells design specifications for drywells, seepage pits, leaching pits
Septic Sludge & Scum Levels in Septic Tanks - Measuring the Level of Accumulated Solids, Sludge and Floating Scum in Treatment Tanks
Septic Tank Inspection Procedure - How to Inspect Septic Tanks and evaluate the septic tank condition, baffles, sludge levels, damage, evidence of septic failure, etc.
Septic Tank Location - How to Find the Septic Tank, how deep will the cover be, how to document its location
FLOOD VENTS & FLOOD PORTS to avoid structural damage during building flooding, flood venting, flood ports, or flood gates on buildings
Foundation Crack Bible, in-depth diagnosis, and evaluation of all types of structural and non-structural cracks in residential foundations [Brick, Concrete, Masonry Block, Stone]
Maintenance: Ten Steps to Keeping a Septic System Working, suggestions from the U.S. EPA, edits and additions by DJF
Planting Over Septic Systems: trees, shrubs, groundcover over the septic system: what can you plant over or near septic system components without causing a problem?
Sewage Contaminants which may be released from sewage spills from residential septic systems and wastewater disposal systems
Septic Tank Inspection Procedure - How to Inspect Septic Tanks and evaluate the septic tank condition, baffles, sludge levels, damage, evidence of septic failure, etc.
Gas Cylinder Repair Hydro Test Corp. offers repairs as well as CO2 gas cylinder service equipment, pressure gauges, cylinder pumps, tumblers, replacement parts
U.K. - London Plumber - PJ services assists to prevent drainage problems across London.
Washington State Plumbers: Love Plumbing - consumer assistance website Terry Love Plumbing & Remodel, Belevue & Bothell WA, offers a plumbing bulletin board and has a TV show which aid consumers with plumbing problems. Toll Free 877-808-5683
Water Filter, Home provides a "whole-house" water filter system. A second product, "LifeSource" softener is an alternative to salt-based water softener systems. The life source water system uses no salt, no magnets (which don't work anyway), and is maintenance free
Front Range Precast Concrete. FRPC Manufactures and delivers FLXX watertight concrete tanks for septic systems, water cisterns for potable water storage and fire protection, and sand/grease/oil interceptors. We are also the sole distributor for the HOOT Advanced Treatment Unit in Colorado. we have our entire catalog online at http://www.flxx.com. Although we are a for-profit business, we do have seasoned and qualified staff has the benefit of youthful, state-of-the art science in the field and a broad scope of knowledge that will give you a resource that can be invaluable as a reference to a hot-button issue throughout Colorado and the rest of the United States
Toilets, Composting Toilets, Biological Toilets, No-water/Low water toilets, Waterless toilets, Chemical Toilets, Incinerating Toilets and related products list
More Reading on Sewers, Septic Systems & Products For Septic Sytems
Bowels, a preview of Understanding your Bowels a Family Doctor Book, published in association with the British Medical Association, has useful
details about the human bowels, bowel movement, how bowels work, information about human stools and the process of defecation which may be useful for both
medical and also onsite wastewater design purposes.
Pumper Magazine magazine for septic servicing industry, equipment sources, classified ads, business articles
Septic Contaminants, identifying - what are the contaminants produced by septic systems and what can be done about them if they escape initial treatment?
Septic Cop Additive natural ingredients, odor reduction and for seasonal facilities, cottages, RV's,campers, boats, hunting camps ,lodges, outhouses, septic fields, holding tanks and septic-tanks
Alternatives to the traditional tank and leach field, reduced area, reduced discharge, filtering systems, etc.
Bio-Microbics decentralized wastewater transfer and treatment systems, stormwater treatment, wastewater screening devices, commercial grease interceptors and fill media for the global water, wastewater and stormwater treatment
Watson Wicks also known as pumice wicks, are a very simple, inexpensive septic system alternative; shallow, subsurface bio swales designed to reuse the nutrients and water in blackwater for irrigating and feeding plants
Pollution Prevention for farms and homes Farm*A*Syst/Home*A*Syst and Home*A*Syst Program provide information on preventing pollution on farms and inhomes,assessment worksheets prepared by state programs, including our newsletters and slide training programs on topics such as septic systems andprotecting drinking water wells. Septic training can be found under training section of home page.
This list is focused on construction and on products such as appliances or heaters likely to be found in the home. There are many possible product and
material recalls such as involving food and drugs which are not indexed here. we particularly recommend the US CPSC website as it's search capability is very general - recall by company, type of product, date, etc.
American Cemwood Roofing Class Action Suit certified and partial settlement reached related to cement/fiber roofing known as Cemwood Shakes, Permatek Shakes, Permatek II Shakes, Trieste Tiles, Pacific Slate, Royal Shakes, Cascade Shakes
Roofing Calculator Roof Calculator, (software), provides area estimates of roofs based on ground-observed length of the roof, span, and rise.
Tiles, Roofing - Maragon Portugese Roof Tiles Acrylic roofing tiles offer durability and ease of installation. Produced from a mixture of different high quality types of clay and subject to strict production control, MARGON PORTUGAL tiles are present in the most beautiful Portuguese roofs.
Ken Wright, Hot Sun Industries, Inc. 858-627-9007 San Diego, California, ken@h2otsun.com or www.h2otsun.com. Mr. Write is expert at solar heating system design and installation and offers consulting as well as design and installation services. Two educational videos on solar heating system installation are recommended by Mr. Wright. See www.h2otsun.com/pools - an extensive lesson on this subject. There is also a video at www.h2otsun.com/videos.html It's the last one on the page.
Seismic and Storm Resistant Construction, Evaluation, Protection
Aboutstairs.com stair products include wood stairs, spiral stairs, attic stairs, pool stairs, stair lifts, and stair railings. Describes design alternatives. Helps decide on type of stairs
DECK & PORCH CONSTRUCTION - safe construction practices, best construction details for decks & porches including deck and porch stairs, railings, and guard rails
ASTM American Society of Testing Materials (ASTM)- www.astm.org - Warning: we removed the live link because this website disables your browser's "back" button
Total Coliform Testing, what is Total Coliform, why do we test for it, what do test results mean
Water Test Choices & Costs: A Summary of Types and Typical Costs of Water Tests for Contaminants, Degrees of Comprehensive Water Testing,Details of Water Test Parameters
Water Online sources & e-newsletter, industrial / municipal wastewater treatment, drinking water purification, stormwater management, valve, pipe and flow controls
Water Softeners maintenance, adjustment, and water softener effect on drinking water and on septic systems
Aquacheck Water Testing Laboratory 802-263-9595 - 800-263-9596 - this NELAC accredited laboratory in Weathersfield, VT, has been analyzing water for over twelve years
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The Mold Information Center: What to Do About Mold in Buildings, When and How to Inspect for Mold, Clean Up Mold, or Avoid Mold Problems
Environmental Inspection, Testing, & Diagnosis On-Site IAQ, Gas, Air Testing, Mold Investigation, Sick Building Diagnosis, Lab Services, & Remediation Plan Preparation - indoor air quality testing, problem source determination, supporting lab work, written remediation plan addressing removal of environmental and other hazards and prevention of their recurrence.
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List of Electricians Specializing in Aluminum Wire Repair, Federal Pacific Stab-Lok Replacement, Zinsco Replacement
2000 FPE breaker fails, results in fire: report 12/99
Cat Dander: how to inspect and test a building for past or current presence of cats, cat hair, cat dander, and cat allergens
The Mold Information Center: What to Do About Mold in Buildings, When and How to Inspect for Mold, Clean Up Mold, or Avoid Mold Problems 
Use this simple, economical mold test kit by following our instructions on how to collect and mail mold samples to our lab
On-Site Mold Investigation, Sick Building Diagnosis, Lab Services, & Remediation Plan Preparation indoor air quality testing, problem source determination, supporting lab work, written remediation plan
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