Building and Environmental Science Articles

This article was originally published by Camfil Air Filters. Learn why exposure to poor outdoor and indoor air quality was linked to a decline in cognitive ability among the elderly, and how home air filters can help. By now we all know that air pollution is bad for...

What is an ice dam? An ice dam is a ridge of ice that forms at the edge of a roof and prevents melting snow (water) from draining off the roof. The water that backs up behind the dam can leak into a home and cause damage to walls, ceilings, insulation, and other...

Are Combustion Gases Spilling Into Your Home? Does your home have any of these combustion appliances? Gas-fired furnace, boiler, or water heater? Oil-fired furnace, boiler or water heater? Wood stove or fireplace? Other fuel-burning device? If so, then combustion...

Original Article by: BRAD SCHRADE , Star Tribune: Watch the Lakeville, MN family video here  Wes and Mary Anne Bry moved their three daughters to Lakeville 18 years ago, thinking their new house on a quiet cul-de-sac would be a dream home. But last...