Maybe you’ve never considered your risk of exposure to asbestos, lead, or mold. Maybe you have, but it doesn’t feel like a threat. After all, you’re not a remediation professional. Maybe you sit in an office all day. Perhaps your home DIY projects don’t involve demo, just a scraper and a fresh coat
Everything You Need to Know about Asbestos Exposure
For years, the flexibility and durability of asbestos made it a staple in building materials, flame-retardant fabrics, and even car brakes. But due to the dangers of asbestos exposure, the EPA banned its use in commercial materials in 1978. When asbestos fibers are damaged or deteriorate, they
3 New Year’s Resolutions to Give Your Home a Fresh Start
The New Year has arrived, and with it, an endless list of ways to make 2019 better than every year that comes before. But self-improvement isn’t the only way to achieve health and happiness. When you make your 2019 New Year’s resolutions, don’t forget these New Year’s resolutions for your home. New
Have a Holly, Jolly, Mishap-Free Holiday
From charity events with decked out Christmas trees to extravagant light shows, the holiday season in Atlanta keeps its residents holly and jolly until well past New Year’s. It takes a lot of preparation to make events like Garden Lights, Holiday Nights go off without a hitch, but the Botanical
Is Your Renovation Kicking Up Dangerous Dust?
A contractor with an eye-catching photo gallery may win major points with homeowners, but what matters most in home renovations goes beyond what the eye can see. Renovations usually involve demolition, which causes major ramifications for homeowners who choose the wrong contractor for the job.
Lead Found in Thousands of Army Homes
Last month, Reuters uncovered a dangerous lapse in lead safety on army bases that left thousands of military families — particularly young children — at risk. Military housing is meant to provide a safe haven for the men and women who risk their lives for this country. However, recent data shows
How to Spot Asbestos in a Historic Home
For the historic homeowner, nothing beats the thrill of revitalizing, reimagining, or restoring a diamond in the rough. Buying a historic home presents more challenges than purchasing newer real estate, but older houses are sturdily built with architectural details that give them a unique appeal.
What Homeowners Can Learn from Chip & Joanna about Lead Paint
No matter how skilled you are at home restoration, it’s easy to fall short when it comes to lead paint abatement. This was a lesson Chip and Joanna Gaines learned the hard way. This summer, the beloved stars of HGTV’s “Fixer Upper” were brought under scrutiny for violating the EPA’s Toxic Substances