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The House Hunt

August 12, 2015 by Andrea Fabry 9 Comments

The House Hunt

We purchased a home in 2014 after six years of renting. Here are some reflections on the hunt for a safe house. I have learned to trust my instincts when it comes to purchasing a home. I learned this lesson the hard way 15 years ago while searching for a home in Colorado. (Read our… 

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Toxic Mold and Possessions

August 8, 2015 by Andrea Fabry 9 Comments

Toxic Mold and Possessions

It has been nearly seven years since we vacated our home. We treated it like a fire and brought nothing with us. (Read our toxic mold saga here.)  It seemed like a radical move at the time. Had a toxicologist and medical doctor not advised us, we would have brought our belongings with us. After our recent… 

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Toxic Mold and Electromagnetic Radiation

July 10, 2015 by Andrea Fabry 24 Comments

Toxic Mold and Electromagnetic Radiation

Is there a connection between mold toxins that flourish in a water damaged indoor environment and electromagnetic radiation? Electric and magnetic fields (EMFs) are invisible areas of energy, often referred to as radiation, characterized by wavelength or frequency. These fields are categorized as follows: 1. Non-ionizing Low-level radiation which is generally perceived as harmless to humans,… 

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Toxic Mold Illness Studies

July 6, 2015 by Andrea Fabry 2 Comments

Toxic Mold Illness Studies

Can exposure to toxic mold cause health issues? Is there a link between water-damaged buildings and neurological dysfunction, sinus and respiratory problems, and other chronic health conditions? When seeking medical treatment, many mold-exposed individuals are met with skepticism by physicians. Family members or loved ones may dismiss the connection. The document linked below offers a… 

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How to Choose a Mold Remediation Company

June 5, 2015 by Andrea Fabry 5 Comments

How to Choose a Mold Remediation Company

Looking to remediate your home, office or apartment? Wondering how to choose a mold remediation company? Water damage can  lead to serious mold problems which in turn can cause serious health issues. Sometimes remediation is not the best solution when the damage is systemic or the health of the occupants is severely compromised. (See the… 

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How to Interpret ERMI Mold Tests

April 30, 2015 by Andrea Fabry 164 Comments

How to Interpret ERMI Mold Tests

The ERMI (Environmental Relative Moldiness Index) test is a dust sampling analysis offered by several labs to evaluate the health of a building. ERMI uses a DNA-based method for identifying 36 different species of mold. Labs currently offering this test include: EMSL Analytical ($172-$350 plus shipping ) EMLab P&K (call the lab for pricing) EnviroBiomics… 

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MEET ANDREA

I am a certified Building Biology Advocate, a former journalist, mother of nine, and avid CrossFitter who likes to think outside the box. After our family's health crisis in 2008, I learned to ask questions about what's in our food, our water, and our air. I hope to empower you as you seek to live safely in a complex world. Thankfully, small steps lead to big changes. Let's travel this road together, one step at a time.

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10 Things I’ve Learned (The Hard Way)

1. The answer may be right in front of you.
2. Time is often the best medicine.
3. Speak kindly to yourself.
4. The air we breathe matters.
5. It's better to know than not know.
6. Relinquishment is a balm for the soul.
7. Symptoms will instruct if we listen.
8. Sometimes you're the expert.
9. Allow hindsight to move you forward.
10. The next step is enough.

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