Canada Mold Health Warning

After reviewing the latest studies, Environment Canada has issued new indoor-air quality-standards for mold (shown growing in the lab) in homes. Since mold and mildew problems tend to be worse during damp periods of spring and summer, heed the recommendations in the...

10 Ways to Prevent Childhood Lead Exposure

MENU The Pew Charitable Trusts Research & Analysis 10 Policies to Prevent and Respond to Childhood Lead Exposure © Shutterstock Overview The ongoing lead contamination crises in Flint, Michigan, and East Chicago, Indiana, as well as the surge of news reports about...

Important Home Fixes Before You Move In

Important Home Fixes After Your Home Inspection   Homes Fixes after your home inspection and before you move in. • Painting is best done while every wall is accessible and there are no worries about getting paint on furniture or rugs. • Changing locks on your new...