It is that time of year when the snow starts to melt, and while it can often feel like a time to celebrate there could be trouble ahead. If you have a lot of snow piled on or around your home as the snow melts it could find its way inside and lead to potential […]

Toxic mold syndrome can be a major health concern because of its implications of life-altering (or ending) illness.  Unfortunately, the topic of mold and mycotoxins is extremely complex, technical, and incomplete, leading to a delay in our ability to have a comprehensive understanding about mold and mycotoxins’ effects on our health. There are certain mold […]

Here in New England we recently had quite the cold snap and with that comes the dilemma of how to keep your home at a comfortable temperature. If the heating system in your home cannot keep up with the cold you may think about using a space heater to help alleviate some of the strain […]

                   Winter is here, and the air is dry. You’ve already noticed the dryness, haven’t you? Maybe you’ve started using lip balm. Or maybe you’ve put on some wool socks, run across the living room carpet, and administered a static surprise to your significant other (or your […]

              It is the heart of the winter season here in New England which means that people are staying inside and avoiding the cold snowy weather. So, what does this mean for the indoor air quality? Unfortunately, the answer may be poor air quality, indoor air pollutants have been […]

It is the holiday season, hopefully full of good times, family, and good food. The holiday season while it can be fun and bright and merry can also bring an increased risk of fire and accidents but if you follow a few helpful tips your holidays can go smoothly. Holiday Lighting   Lights are often a […]

Winter weather is upon us and it is important to be prepared for any emergency situations that might arise during a winter storm.  Winters storms bring with them extreme cold, freezing rain, snow, ice and high winds but they also bring a higher risk of car accidents, hypothermia, frostbite, carbon monoxide poisoning, and heart attacks […]

Fall is almost over which means winter is fast approaching, and while winter bring inconvenience and cold temperatures it can also bring severe weather and potential home damage.  Protecting your home from damage during the winter is vital, a frozen pipe or an ice dam can cause flooding in your home. This winter to prevent […]