Contact Information:
Peter & Claudia Wood
Owners
4035-A Danielsville Road
Athens, GA 30601
Phone: (706) 549-3366
Fax: (706) 546-8521

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For Homeowners

Healthy Home Checklist
	Do you smoke in your home?
	Does your kitchen, bathroom and laundry room have adequate ventilation and exhaust fans?
	How often do you change your air filters?
	How often do you change your vacuum cleaner bag or clean the filter?
	When cleaning or doing laundry, do you use bleach, ammonia or aerosol spray cans?
	Is your gas fireplace and/or gas stove checked yearly for emissions?
	Was your home built before 1977? If so, has it been checked for lead-based paint?
	Do your bathrooms have carpet?

Causes of Indoor Air Pollution:

Asbestos
Biological contaminants like mold, dust mites, viruses and pet dander
Carbon monoxide
Formaldehyde found in pressure treated wood
Lead
Nitrogen dioxide
Particulates found in dust, pollen, cleaning sprays and poorly ventilated areas
Radon
Tobacco smoke
Volatile organic compounds including household cleaning products, pesticides and aerosol propellants

The Truth About Mold

Mold spores are everywhere in our environment and can enter homes easily. Most types of mold grow quickly if they have a water sources, an organic food source and temperatures between 60 and 86 degrees Fahrenheit.

When mold begins to grow indoors, it can cause some people to become ill, especially children. All agree, mold growth should be removed from indoors.

Control Moisture and Reduce Mold

Act within the first 24-48 hours.
Correct any water leaks or standing water.
Remove standing water under cooling coils or air handling units.
Replace washing machine hoses with steel mesh lines.
Move large objects away from the walls to provide good air circulation.
Use exhaust fans in bathrooms, kitchens and laundry rooms.

Cleaner Air Means a Healthier Home

Dirty ducts can circulate odors, contaminates like mold and irritating dust throughout a home. ServPro Professionals use a proven Portable Ventilation and Air Duct Cleaning System to examine ductwork and make a clean sweep, removing years of dust and grime.

Benefits of Clean Ducts & HVAC:

Lowers indoor air pollutants
Reduces pet dander
Eliminates offensive odors
Restores peak operating condition
Prolongs the life of your system