Posts Tagged ‘Air Quality’
Can You Live in a House That Has Smoke Damage?
Smoke damage from a fire can have long-lasting effects on a property and the health of its occupants. Whether you can live in a house that has experienced smoke damage depends on several factors such as In this blog post, we will explore the dangers of smoke damage, the types of damage it causes, and…
Read MoreA Silent Threat: Carbon Monoxide from Wood Pellets
Research has shown that stored wood pellets are a source of the toxic gas carbon monoxide. Auto oxidation of wood pellets off gas carbon monoxide (CO). This is a major health and safety hazard for those who store, transport or produce wood pellets. Risk to Health Discharge of carbon monoxide into storage areas is a…
Read MoreGet a Better Sleep – More Ventilation
Why is ventilation important in getting a good nights sleep. Carbon dioxide is a measure of the air quality in your bedroom.
Read MoreAir Quality in Newly-Built Homes
Residential construction in New Zealand is at levels not seen since the 1970s. The number of consents granted has been increasing since 2011. Since the 1970s, much has changed: Building codes have tightened (insulation, double-glazing etc.) Solid Rimu framing has been replaced by treated timber or steel Materials containing asbestos are no longer commonplace The…
Read MoreIndoor Air Pollution and COVID-19
What’s happening? Many people around the world are currently being forced to stay at home to ease the spread of the Covid-19 virus. The only current permitted outdoor ventures consists of a trip to the local supermarket or pharmacy for essential supplies, or for a brief foray of solitary exercise. In New Zealand on April…
Read MoreAir Quality in the Auckland Fire Smoke
Air Quality affected by smoke from the Auckland Convention Centre fire.
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