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Friday, December 30, 2011
Sunday, December 25, 2011
Unsafe Electrical Breakers Discovered by Franklin TN Home Inspector.wmv
ultrasoundinspections.com Franklin TN Home Inspector writes Electrical appliances that are rated for 220 volt should have the proper size electrical breaker installed in the panel enclosure that are tied together so that if one of it's 110 volt legs gets overloaded, it will trip both legs of the breaker. If only one leg trips, power is still available to portions of the appliance causing an unsafe condition. Article written by Franklin TN Home Inspector Bill Collins. Ifyou are in need of good detailed home inspection in the Middle Tennessee area or have questions about the home inspection process, please contact Ultra Sound Home Inspections. We have been protecting buyers like you in the Middle Tennessee area since 2004 and will help you avoid buying the "money pit". We will take the necessary time needed to explain each issue found so you will have a better understanding of any possible expenses that may be involved in correcting your new home. Within a few hours of the inspection you will be provided a comprehensive computer generated report from our 600 item home inspection check list with digital photos that clearly addresses all of the issues we discussed and that were found. Don't wait, visit our website today and schedule online or give us a call. We'll give you the peace of mind you deserve.
Tuesday, December 20, 2011
Diagnosis and Treatment of Lung Cancer, Memorial Hospital, Gulfport, MS
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Thursday, December 15, 2011
Radon Concerns in West Virginia
Radon is a deadly gas that is penetrating homes across the United States by rampant force. The gas is nearly undetectable by human senses, meaning a person can walk into a home and won't smell, taste, touch, or see the gas. The only way to detect radon is by having a radon test done in your home. There's a lot to learn about radon and if you live in West Virginia then be rest assured because there are people ready to get rid of the radon in your home!
Radon Basics
Radon gas comes from uranium that can be found in most soil, rock, and sometimes in water. The uranium will over time breakdown and create radon gas, which is toxic when ingested over an extended period of time and in concentrated amounts. Radon gas is everywhere, but when the gas is in a location such as a work office, home, gym, or school, the likelihood of getting sick increases.
Radon is considered to be toxic because it's a proven carcinogen.
Lung Cancer
Not only does radon tend to damage lung tissue, but it also causes lung cancer. According to the World Health Organization (WHO), radon causes 15 percent of the world's documented lung cancer cases. The Environmental Protection Agency has also concluded that radon is the cause of 21,000 lung cancer deaths each year.
Even Low Amounts of Radon Can Be Dangerous
Although many people think that they're home doesn't have radon, and if it did that it wouldn't be enough to cause a problem; they could be sadly mistaken. Although many homes are radon-free, that doesn't mean it's wise to not have your home tested. There are ways to remove the radon from your home, so if your home has radon it can be eliminated and your livelihood can be protected.
"We know that radon is a carcinogen. This research confirms that breathing low levels of radon can lead to lung cancer," said Tom Kelly, the director of the EPA's Indoor Environments Division.
"Most radon-induced lung cancers occur from low and medium dose exposures in people's homes. Radon is the second most important cause of lung cancer after smoking in many countries," said Dr. Maria Neira of the WHO.
In West Virginia
According to the studies performed by Air Chek, Inc., the national average of radon levels in the U.S. is 1.3 pCi/L (Picocuries) and most of the homes in West Virginia maintain a higher level of radon than that! Thankfully, the warning level is 4.0 pCi/L, but as the experts from the EPA and WHO have discovered, even low amounts of radon are toxic.
West Virginia has some pretty high radon levels. In fact, only six of the 50 counties in the state are at a minimal risk of having radon gas in their home. Let's look at some statistics for some counties in West Virginia. These statistics aren't meant to scare you, and they don't prove that your home has radon just because you live in one of these counties or anywhere in West Virginia. In fact, if your neighbor's home has radon that doesn't mean that your home has radon. So, the best thing to do is to have your home tested, because the statistics show that there are high levels throughout the state. It's just best to be safe.
According to the EPA there are three zones for radon levels: high, moderate, and minimal concern. There is a high concern for the counties that lie on the northern and north eastern border of the state. There are six counties in the minimal concern zone: Kanawha, Boone, Logan, Mingo, Wyoming, and McDowell. Every other county is in moderate danger. Here are some examples of each zone beginning with the lower levels to the higher levels.
Kanawha County: 2.8%
Above 4.0 pCi/L - 17%
Between 2-3.9 pCi/L - 29%
Marion County: 3.7 pCi/L
Above 4.0 pCi/L - 31%
Between 2-3.9 pCi/L - 23%
Preston County: 10.3 pCi/L
Above 4.0 pCi/L - 44%
Between 2-3.9 pCi/L - 15%.
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Saturday, December 10, 2011
LFTR in 5 Minutes - THORIUM REMIX 2011
DVD: kunaki.com ...the perfect gift for anyone unwilling to watch a THORIUM video on YouTube. Please consider ordering multiple and passing them around. (Check out prices. See how quantity impacts shipping.) ThoriumRemix.com - Thorium is readily available & can be turned into energy without generating transuranic wastes. Thorium's capacity as nuclear fuel was discovered during WW II, but ignored because it was unsuitable for making bombs. A liquid-fluoride thorium reactor (LFTR) is the optimal approach for harvesting energy from Thorium, and has the potential to solve today's energy/climate crisis. LFTR is a type of Thorium Molten Salt Reactor (Th-MSR). This video summarizes over 6 hours worth of thorium talks given by Kirk Sorensen and other thorium technologists. THORIUM REMIX 2011 starts with a 5 minute TL;WL summary, to hold you over until you find your Ritalin. To learn more about the Liquid Fluoride Thorium Reactor visit: energyfromthorium.com See THORIUMREMIX.com for full list of multimedia source material. Key YouTube video components: Kirk Sorensen @ TEDxYYC www.youtube.com Kirk Sorensen @ Protospace - www.youtube.com Kirk Sorensen @ MRU - www.youtube.com Kirk Sorensen @ TEAC3 - www.youtube.com Kirk Sorensen @ Dr. Kiki Science Hour #84 - www.youtube.com After Fukushima: The Fear Factor - www.youtube.com Robert Hargraves @ TEAC3 - www.youtube.com Alexander Cannara @ TEAC3 - www.youtube.com James Kennedy @ TEAC3 - www.youtube.com
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Wednesday, December 7, 2011
What is radon?
What is radon? I decided to make this video to inform people about dangers of radon. According to EPA, radon is estimated to cause about 21000 lung cancer deaths per year, according to EPA's 2003 Assessment of Risks from Radon in Homes (EPA 402-R-03-003). The numbers of deaths from other causes are taken from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention's 2005-2006 National Center for Injury Prevention and Control Report and 2006 National Safety Council Reports. Radon is estimated to cause many thousands of deaths each year. That's because when you breathe air containing radon, you can get lung cancer. In fact, the Surgeon General has warned that radon is the second leading cause of lung cancer in the United States today. Only smoking causes more lung cancer deaths. If you smoke and your home has high radon levels, your risk of lung cancer is especially high. Radon comes from the natural (radioactive) breakdown of uranium in soil, rock and water and gets into the air you breathe. Radon can be found all over the US It can get into any type of building — homes, offices, and schools — and result in a high indoor radon level. But you and your family are most likely to get your greatest exposure at home, where you spend most of your time. Testing is the only way to know if you and your family are at risk from radon. EPA and the Surgeon General recommend testing all homes below the third floor for radon. EPA also recommends testing in schools. Source: www.epa.gov
Saturday, December 3, 2011
Crawl Space Insulation
Many homes that are built over a crawl space often suffer with moisture related issues due to the area surroundings. Naturally, when moisture mixes with wood it creates a recipe for mold and even termite infestation, often leading to the deterioration of a home. Because indoor airflow naturally rises, using a vapor barrier and dehumidifier in the crawlspace can dramatically decrease the amount of moisture and soil gas present. This can greatly reduce the risk for:
-Mold
-Mildew
-Wood rot
-Floor failure
-Decreased insulation R-values
-Increased heating & cooling bills
-Odors
-Insects
-Dust mites
-Aggravated allergies
-Poor storage environment
-Poor IAQ (Indoor Air Quality)
Water permeates the crawl space through the earth around the home, from any number of plumbing issues or through moisture entering the crawlspace vents. What results is a transformation from a crawl space to an actual breeding ground for mice, rats, snakes and other creatures living in the damp, dark habitat. Now remember, warm air rises through your home and leaves through the upper levels and subsequently, crawl space air is wrenched up into your home with it. As the warm air rises, there is nothing to stop the humidity, mold spores, dust mite waste, and odors coming up with it.
Insulating a vented crawlspace is a sticky situation. Insulation will not keep humid summer air and cold winter air away from your floorboards; most standard insulation vapor barriers will allow moisture and mold to soak through the material, weighing it down and causing it to crumple onto to the floor. And that's no good for your home.
This is because most contractors and homeowners will lay down a very thin, non fire-retardant 4 or 6-mil plastic liner which does very little since air can still enter from crawl space doors, vents, pipes or other permeable openings. Furthermore, most standard vapor barriers will either be attached by a seal tape or be stapled to the wall. The problem with this is that in one case it defeats the purpose of a liner by injecting holes into it and the other creates a rumpled-looking effect in the crawl space, as opposed to utilizing an adhesive liner which not only provides for longer duration, but also looks much cleaner and tidier. The vapor barrier must cover all areas, including the foundation walls and piers.
The bottom line: installing a durable, 20-mil, adhesive strip, water-proof, anti-microbial, fire-retardant and puncture resistant vapor barrier can transform a moist, unhealthy crawl space breeding ground into clean, sanitary environment that no longer promotes mold, odors, pests and even potential infestation. The crawl space can even be used for storage purposes and ultimately fulfill its purpose of promoting healthy air circulation and reducing overall humidity in the house. And of course, a vapor barrier just makes the crawl space look a whole lot more attractive!
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