If you ask the environmental testing experts at AirMD to conduct Wellness Testing at your house, we will assess the indoor air quality by measuring everything from airborne particles to electromagnetic radiation. We will test for VOCs, too, and assess any odors that are present. Measuring the relative humidity inside your home is also a very important part of any Wellness Test.

Why Is Relative Humidity Important?

The start of summer is still a month away, but the humidity levels are already on the rise across South Florida. You don’t need the weather team at your favorite TV station to tell you it’s humid, all you have to do is walk out the door.

Relative humidity tells us how much moisture is in the air. It’s that moisture that makes it feel like you’re walking into a wall when you step outside.

The average humidity in Boca Raton in May is 64.8 percent, according to Champion traveler. That might not sound too bad, but that’s enough to have a significant impact – both inside and outside your home.

• The impact of humidity outdoors: Let’s say it’s a sunny day in May and the temperature is 89 degrees Fahrenheit with the relative humidity at that average of 65 percent. That will produce a heat index – or a “feels like” – temperature of 100 degrees Fahrenheit. (Don’t ask us about the math, trust us, you don’t want to know. If you want to determine the heat index in your area, it’s much easier to use the heat index calculator provided by the National Weather Service. That’s what we do.)
• The impact of humidity indoors: Ideally, the relative humidity inside your home should fall in the 30 to 60 percent range. Below 30 percent, the air can feel uncomfortably dry. On the other hand, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) recommends maintaining the humidity below 60 percent to prevent mold.

If you have been considering having a mold inspection done, you will be happy to know that AirMD’s Wellness Testing always includes an assessment of the amount of moisture – or the relative humidity – in the air inside your home.

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Homeowners and business owners alike are always surprised when they learn about the potential indoor exposure to environmental contaminants like chemical, mold and allergens present within their home or work environment that is unnoticeable to those who inhabit them. However, after extended exposure to these environmental contaminants, you will begin to see adverse effects on your health and start seeking answers.

Therefore, conducting routine wellness testing in your home or office is recommended to all homeowners and employers who want to keep their loved ones and employees healthy and happy. AirMD’s indoor air quality wellness test is a test that will act like a total comprehensive whole home or office assessment.

Indoor environmental contamination cannot be seen but affects your health daily.  Studies by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) show that air pollution levels inside the home or office can be 5 to 20 times higher than outdoor levels.

Indoor contaminants that can impact health include:

• Allergens and particles in the air
• Chemicals from household cleaners and home furnishings
• Electromagnetic radiation from household appliances
• Bacteria in the water supply

Symptoms from exposure to these contaminants may include headaches, nausea, dizziness, respiratory irritation and fatigue. Long-term exposure may lead to asthma, immune deficiencies, cardiac illness and even cancer. AirMD’s wellness testing will properly inspect your home for the following conditions:

• Odor assessments
• Airborne particles
• Moisture measurements
• Electromagnetic radiation
• Microbial VOC
• Environmental assessments
• Visual assessments

By scheduling a routine wellness test with AirMD, you are ensuring your work or home environment is completely safe for all who live or work there. To schedule your wellness testing, call us today at 1-888-462-4763 or 1-888-Go-AIRMD. You can speak with one of our trained consultants about our wellness testing and if it is right for your home or office. You can also look around our webpage to see what other services we offer to see if there may be something else you need to be completed. We also offer asbestos testing, asbestos surveys, heavy metal testing, lead testing, lead paint testing, pesticide testing, water testing, allergy testing, VOC testing, and so much more. It is also important to note that all of our assessments are LEED certified. You can trust AirMD to provide you with the most excellent care for your home or office.

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AirMD is an environmental testing and consulting company that specializes in air quality, more specifically the conditions of indoor air quality. We have dedicated our business and lives to ensuring the air quality of our client’s homes or offices are in excellent and safe living condition. We offer a wide variety of air testing from asbestos testing to mold testing, and we make it our job to ensure your safety is guaranteed.

Our asbestos testing and asbestos surveys are highly recommended for anyone who is having renovations completed in their homes or offices or if they just want to know if asbestos is present. Asbestos is a group of naturally occurring minerals whose crystals form into long, thin fibers. Its unique characteristics include tensile strength, flexibility, acoustical properties, and resistance to fire, thermal, chemical and electrical conditions. Asbestos is a deadly material known to cause cancer. If inhaled, it can cause diseases such as mesothelioma, asbestosis, and lung cancer. Potential exposure to asbestos occurs when building demolitions, maintenance, repairs, renovations or other activities remove, disturb or damage the Asbestos-Containing Material (ACM), causing a release of asbestos fibers.

Although certain types of asbestos materials have been banned since the 1970s and subsequently, there are still over 3000 asbestos containing building materials that are legally available in the United States. Even today if you live in a newer model home, it is a good idea always to have asbestos testing and asbestos surveys conducted in your home because even today some asbestos can still make its way into building materials.

The presence of asbestos puts you and your loved ones at risk for severe health complications such as lung cancer or mesothelioma. This is why it is so crucial to have asbestos testing and asbestos surveys done within your home or office. Our asbestos testing and asbestos surveys will help to locate and identify any materials that may asbestos.

Call AirMD today to speak with a consultant and schedule your appointment for asbestos testing and asbestos surveys. Call 1-888-462-4763 or 1-888-Go-AIRMD. You can also look around our webpage to see what other services we offer.

Here is a list of some other services we offer:

• Heavy metal testing
• Allergen testing
• Lead testing
• Mold testing
• Pesticide testing
• VOC testing
• Water testing
• Wellness testing
• Lead paint testing
• Lead testing
• Water quality

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Testing and monitoring the quality of the water in your home is necessary if you want to remain healthy. Not only is it necessary for you, but it also just as important for anyone else who may live or work with you. By conducting routine water testing, you’re ensuring that your water quality is always in excellent condition and that it contains no harmful bacteria or chemicals.

Most individuals who have municipal water or even well water believe that their water is safe. However, most water is not tested once it is distributed into your home or office. AirMD’s water testing determines if there are any levels of bacteria within the water supplied to your home or office by both municipal water systems or well water systems.

We check both your drinking water and bathing water by taking a sample of the water to ensure that it is free from any bacteria. Bacteria of concern found in water include but are not limited to coliforms, fecal coliforms, and e. coli.

If you are exposed to these bacteria in your water, you may experience extreme gastro issues, nausea, vomiting, dizziness, and even spells of lightheadedness. This is why it is essential to have your water tested to ensure you are not being exposed and that you are not at risk for any bacteria exposure.

At AirMD, we take water testing seriously because we know how crucial a safe water supply is in both residential and commercial properties. Call us today to schedule your appointment for water testing or to speak to a consultant about any questions you may have on water testing. You can also visit our website to see all the different services we provide our clients. We also offer:

• Allergen testing
• Heavy metal testing
• Lead testing
• Mold testing
• Pesticide testing
• VOC testing
• Asbestos testing
• Wellness testing
• Lead paint testing
• Lead testing
• Water quality

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There are so many contaminants in our environment that can negatively impact our health. One group that individuals may not realize is adversely affecting their health is the exposure to heavy metals. This is why at AirMD, we believe heavy metal testing is such an important thing for so many family households. We have gathered together some surprising facts you may not know about heavy metals and hope it will encourage you to seek heavy metal testing within your own property.

Surprising facts you may not know about heavy metals:

1. They can be present in your water system, soil or in the air. Heavy metal testing is often recommended to homeowners due to how easily heavy metals can find their way into your indoor environment.

2. Arsenic, lead, mercury, and cadmium are examples of toxic heavy metals that can be found in your environment and can impact your health.

3. If left untreated, heavy metal exposure can lead to digestive problems, allergies, skin issues, headaches, depression, fatigue, and even loss of memory.

These are just a few surprising facts about heavy metals. The reason behind heavy metal testing is to ensure your family’s safety. Extended exposure to heavy metals can lead to a wide array of health complications that can easily be avoided with the proper heavy metal testing within your home.

Call AirMD today to speak with a consultant about having heavy metal testing conducted within your home. You can also call our consultant to set up your appointment for the heavy metal testing. Call 1-888-462-4763 or 1-888-Go-AIRMD. You can also look around our webpage to see what other services we offer.

Here is a list of some other services we offer:

• Allergens
• Asbestos testing
• Lead testing
• Mold testing
• Pesticide testing
• VOC testing
• Water testing
• Wellness testing
• Lead paint testing
• Lead testing
• Water quality

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