Home Focused

Written by Michael Pinto

We have all probably seen the images of the damage that Hurricane Helene wreaked on Asheville and other parts of western North Carolina in September of 2024. After a wet ...

The Deleterious Effects of Flooding on Indoor Air Quality

Interview with Lara Adler

Avoiding toxic chemicals in today’s world takes intentional effort, but your health is worth it. So how can you prevent synthetic chemicals from making their way into your home’s indoor ...

Flame Retardants, Formaldehyde & Your Indoor Air

Interview with Andy Pace

Could the materials in your home be releasing harmful chemicals into the air you breathe? In part one of this two-part interview, Andy Pace exposes the hidden toxins in your ...

The Truth About VOCs, Greenwashing, and Healthy Homes: Part 1

Interview with Dr. Joan Bennett

Can VOCs be absorbed through your skin? How do fungi and other organisms use mVOCs to communicate with one another? Dr. Joan Bennett, a leading fungal geneticist, unpacks these intriguing ...

The Hidden Dangers of Moldy Smells

Interview with Charon McNabb

Is a carbon monoxide alarm all you need to protect your family from CO leaks? Charon McNabb, President of the National Carbon Monoxide Awareness Association (NCOAA), shares how this “silent ...

Carbon Monoxide 101: Testing & Prevention