Lake County Green Building Committee John P. Lapotaire, CIEC Council Certified Indoor Environmental Consultant AmIAQC CIEC #0711048 May 21 st 2009 Green Building and Indoor Air Quality

Why Build Green? In the United States, buildings account for: 39 percent of total energy use 12 percent of the total water consumption 68 percent of total electricity consumption 38 percent of the carbon dioxide emissions

In the United States, buildings account for:

39 percent of total energy use

When you build green, You take affordable housing to the next level of performance. You give owners and residents more comfortable homes that cost less to operate, last longer, and keep occupants healthy. You keep current with leading building techniques and gain valuable experience with a team approach that improves design and construction. And of course, you help improve our environment as your buildings become more efficient, use less resources, and reduce their impact.

You take affordable housing to the next level of performance.

You give owners and residents more comfortable homes that cost less to operate, last longer, and keep occupants healthy.

You keep current with leading building techniques and gain valuable experience with a team approach that improves design and construction.

And of course, you help improve our environment as your buildings become more efficient, use less resources, and reduce their impact.

Green Predictions “As of 2006, 50% of Builders are focusing their attention on green building issues” National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) March, 2006 “Between 40% and 50% of the homes built in 2010 are expected to be green” National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) March, 2007

“As of 2006, 50% of Builders are focusing their attention on green building issues”

National Association of Home Builders (NAHB)

March, 2006

“Between 40% and 50% of the homes built in 2010 are expected to be green”

National Association of Home Builders (NAHB)

March, 2007

Consumer Motivation

How Do You Define Green?

Varying Performance Levels

Green Home Programs

Why Indoor Air Quality (IAQ) Home Buyers are increasingly concerned about mold, radon, carbon monoxide, and toxic chemicals commonly found in homes. U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) studies show that levels of air pollution inside the home are often two to five times higher than outdoor levels.

Home Buyers are increasingly concerned about

mold,

radon,

carbon monoxide, and

toxic chemicals commonly found in homes.

Why Does IAQ Matter To Builders Poor indoor air quality is associated with a host of health problems, including; eye irritation, allergies, headaches, and respiratory problems such as asthma.

Poor indoor air quality is associated with a host of health problems, including;

eye irritation,

allergies,

headaches,

and respiratory problems such as asthma.

Why Does IAQ Matter To Builders In addition, indoor air quality is having a sizable financial impact on the home building industry. Litigation associated with mold and other indoor air quality related concerns and the rising cost of liability coverage have cost builders across the country billions of dollars.

In addition, indoor air quality is having a sizable financial impact on the home building industry.

Litigation associated with mold and other indoor air quality related concerns and the rising cost of liability coverage have cost builders across the country billions of dollars.

Why Does IAQ Matter To Builders Builders can employ a variety of construction practices and technologies to decrease the risk of poor indoor air quality in their new homes. According to surveys, consumers are willing to pay up to $5,000 more for these improvements.

Builders can employ a variety of construction practices and technologies to decrease the risk of poor indoor air quality in their new homes.

According to surveys, consumers are willing to pay up to $5,000 more for these improvements.

Forward -Thinking Home Builders EPA created the ENERGY STAR Indoor Air Package to help builders meet the growing consumer preference for homes with improved indoor air quality and energy efficiency. By constructing homes that meet EPA’s stringent specifications, forward-thinking builders can distinguish themselves by being among the first to offer homes designed to deliver lower utility costs, greater comfort, better durability, and reduced risk of indoor air problems.*

EPA created the ENERGY STAR Indoor Air Package to help builders meet the growing consumer preference for homes with improved indoor air quality and energy efficiency.

By constructing homes that meet EPA’s stringent specifications, forward-thinking builders can distinguish themselves by being among the first to offer homes designed to deliver lower utility costs, greater comfort, better durability, and reduced risk of indoor air problems.*

Improving IAQ With Energy Star The construction practices and technical specifications that comprise the ENERGY STAR Indoor Air Package are designed to contribute to improved indoor air quality in new homes compared to code-built homes. The Indoor Air Package should be viewed as a way to reduce the likelihood of experiencing such problems. For example, factors such as unforeseen construction issues and homeowner behavior may negatively impact the home’s indoor air quality and the performance of the measures specified in the ENERGY STAR Indoor Air Package.

The construction practices and technical specifications that comprise the ENERGY STAR Indoor Air Package are designed to contribute to improved indoor air quality in new homes compared to code-built homes.

The Indoor Air Package should be viewed as a way to reduce the likelihood of experiencing such problems.

For example, factors such as unforeseen construction issues and homeowner behavior may negatively impact the home’s indoor air quality and the performance of the measures specified in the ENERGY STAR Indoor Air Package.

Why Does IAQ Matter To Builders Buyers have a growing preference for homes with improved indoor air quality and energy efficiency.

Homebuyers Care About IAQ Builders must build homes designed to deliver lower utility costs, greater comfort, better durability, and reduced risk of indoor air problems.*

Indoor Air Quality in Homes Moisture Control: Build in added protection from mold and other moisture damage with water managed roofs, walls, and foundations that include drainage planes, flashing details, air sealing, foundation drain tile and coatings, and proper grading. Pest Management: Provide a first-line defense against pest problems with screens at openings that cannot otherwise be fully sealed or caulked, concrete slab reinforcements to avoid cracking, and termite shields at the top of foundations in areas subject to termite infestation.

Moisture Control: Build in added protection from mold and other moisture damage with water managed roofs, walls, and foundations that include drainage planes, flashing details, air sealing, foundation drain tile and coatings, and proper grading.

Pest Management: Provide a first-line defense against pest problems with screens at openings that cannot otherwise be fully sealed or caulked, concrete slab reinforcements to avoid cracking, and termite shields at the top of foundations in areas subject to termite infestation.

Indoor Air Quality in Homes Heating, Ventilation, and Cooling (HVAC) System: Improve indoor air quality with best practice installation of ducts and equipment to minimize condensation problems, whole-house and spot ventilation to help dilute and exhaust indoor pollutants, and air filtration to remove airborne particulates. Combustion-Venting Systems: Protect residents from potential exposure to combustion gases by installing direct-vented or power-vented gas- and oil-fired equipment, properly vented fireplaces, garages fully sealed from living spaces and equipped with a continuously operated exhaust fan, and carbon monoxide alarms in each sleeping area.

Heating, Ventilation, and Cooling (HVAC) System: Improve indoor air quality with best practice installation of ducts and equipment to minimize condensation problems, whole-house and spot ventilation to help dilute and exhaust indoor pollutants, and air filtration to remove airborne particulates.

Combustion-Venting Systems: Protect residents from potential exposure to combustion gases by installing direct-vented or power-vented gas- and oil-fired equipment, properly vented fireplaces, garages fully sealed from living spaces and equipped with a continuously operated exhaust fan, and carbon monoxide alarms in each sleeping area.

Indoor Air Quality in Homes Building Materials: Reduce sources of pollutants by protecting materials stored on-site from weather damage, selecting and installing materials to minimize the risk of moisture damage, meeting specifications for reduced chemical content, and ventilating homes prior to occupancy where installed materials are likely to emit airborne pollutants.

Building Materials: Reduce sources of pollutants by protecting materials stored on-site from weather damage, selecting and installing materials to minimize the risk of moisture damage, meeting specifications for reduced chemical content, and ventilating homes prior to occupancy where installed materials are likely to emit airborne pollutants.

How Can Builders Affect IAQ? Builders can employ a variety of construction practices and technologies to decrease the risk of poor indoor air quality, including careful selection and installation of moisture control systems, HVAC equipment, combustion venting systems, and building materials. But it’s not easy for homebuyers to keep track of all the preferred construction details that lead to improved indoor air quality and energy efficiency. That’s why EPA created the ENERGY STAR Indoor Air Package.

Builders can employ a variety of construction practices and technologies to decrease the risk of poor indoor air quality, including careful selection and installation of

moisture control systems,

HVAC equipment,

combustion venting systems,

and building materials.

But it’s not easy for homebuyers to keep track of all the preferred construction details that lead to improved indoor air quality and energy efficiency. That’s why EPA created the ENERGY STAR Indoor Air Package.

Symptoms Are Widespread Within A Certain Area. Symptoms Disappear When Homeowners Leave The Home. Symptom Onset Is Sudden After Some Change At The Home. - Such As: Painting Or Pesticide Application, Storm. Persons With Allergies, Asthma, Or Chemical Sensitivities Have Reactions Indoors But Not Outdoors. A Doctor Has Diagnosed An Occupant As Having An Indoor Air-Related Illness. IAQ Problem Indicators

Symptoms Are Widespread Within A Certain Area.

Symptoms Disappear When Homeowners Leave The Home.

Symptom Onset Is Sudden After Some Change At The Home.

- Such As: Painting Or Pesticide Application, Storm.

Persons With Allergies, Asthma, Or Chemical Sensitivities Have Reactions Indoors But Not Outdoors.

A Doctor Has Diagnosed An Occupant As Having An Indoor Air-Related Illness.

Symptoms of Certain Diseases, Including Asthma, Hypersensitivity Pneumonitis, and Humidifier Fever, Can Appear Soon After Exposure to Some Indoor Air Pollutants. When Symptoms of Diagnosable Illness Can Be Attributed Directly to Airborne Building Contaminants, They Are Referred to As Building-Related Illness. Poor IAQ Health Effects

Symptoms of Certain Diseases, Including Asthma, Hypersensitivity Pneumonitis, and Humidifier Fever, Can Appear Soon After Exposure to Some Indoor Air Pollutants.

When Symptoms of Diagnosable Illness Can Be Attributed Directly to Airborne Building Contaminants, They Are Referred to As Building-Related Illness.

Watery Or Dry Eyes, Nasal Irritation. Runny, Stuffy Nose. Skin Rashes Or Other Dermatological Problems. Fatigue, Headaches Or Other Neurological Problems Nausea, Diarrhea, Or Other Gastrointestinal Problems. Poor IAQ Reported Symptoms

Watery Or Dry Eyes, Nasal Irritation.

Runny, Stuffy Nose.

Skin Rashes Or Other Dermatological Problems.

Fatigue, Headaches Or Other Neurological Problems

Nausea, Diarrhea, Or Other Gastrointestinal Problems.

Occupants May Suffer From any or all the Following Symptoms: Dry or Burning Mucous Membranes. Stuffy or Runny Nose. Fatigue or Lethargy. Forgetfulness. Headache. Irritability. Dizziness. Sneezing. Nausea. IAQ Undefined Health Symptoms

Occupants May Suffer From any or all the Following Symptoms:

Dry or Burning Mucous Membranes.

Stuffy or Runny Nose.

Fatigue or Lethargy.

Forgetfulness.

Headache.

Irritability.

Dizziness.

Sneezing.

Nausea.

Inadequate Ventilation. Air Contamination. Water Intrusion Contamination from Indoor Household Products Contamination from Outdoor Sources. Other Nonpollutant Stressors Such As: Temperature. Humidity. Lighting. IAQ Contributing Factors

Inadequate Ventilation.

Air Contamination.

Water Intrusion

Contamination from Indoor Household Products

Contamination from Outdoor Sources.

Other Nonpollutant Stressors Such As:

Temperature.

Humidity.

Lighting.

What Is “In” Indoor Air COMPOSITION OF OUTDOOR AIR : 20.9% MINOR CONSTITUENTS - Noble Gases (Helium, Neon..) - Methane. - Carbon Dioxide. - Water Vapor. 78.1% OXYGEN

MAN MADE SOURCES OF POOR INDOOR AIR QUALITY : Adhesives. Pesticides. Air Fresheners. Copy Machines. Paints And Supplies. Cleaners And Waxes. Dry Cleaned Fabrics And Furnishings. Paper Products And Printed Materials. Cosmetics And Personal Care Products. Factors Affecting IAQ

Adhesives.

Pesticides.

Air Fresheners.

Copy Machines.

Paints And Supplies.

Cleaners And Waxes.

Dry Cleaned Fabrics And Furnishings.

Paper Products And Printed Materials.

Cosmetics And Personal Care Products.

BUILDING SOURCES OF POOR INDOOR AIR QUALITY : Plastics. Sealants. Insulating Materials. Glues And Adhesives. Electrical Equipment. Pressed Wood Products. Floor And Wall Coverings. Radon From Construction Materials. Building Product VOC’s

Plastics.

Sealants.

Insulating Materials.

Glues And Adhesives.

Electrical Equipment.

Pressed Wood Products.

Floor And Wall Coverings.

Radon From Construction Materials.

Dust Mites. Pollens. Yeasts. Mold. Poor IAQ and Nature Sources Yeast Cells Pollen Dust Mite Mold

Dust Mites.

Pollens.

Yeasts.

Mold.

Engineering Controls. Good Building Design Proper Maintenance. Administrative Controls. STRATEGIES FOR HEALTHY HOMES : IAQ Healthy Homes

Engineering Controls.

Good Building Design

Proper Maintenance.

Administrative Controls.

Homeowner Benefits Healthier Indoor Environment More Comfortable More Durable 30 – 60% More Energy-Efficient More Environmentally Responsible

Healthier Indoor Environment

More Comfortable

More Durable

30 – 60% More Energy-Efficient

More Environmentally Responsible

Builder Benefits Reduced Cost * Fewer Call-Backs * Increased Customer Satisfaction * Increased Referral Rate Increased Revenue *Higher Close Rate *More Sales Higher Profits

Reduced Cost

* Fewer Call-Backs

* Increased Customer Satisfaction

* Increased Referral Rate

Increased Revenue

*Higher Close Rate

*More Sales

Higher Profits

Who is MicroShield? MicroShield Environmental Services, LLC. was established by a Homebuilder for Homebuilders to provide the Homebuilding industry with affordable solutions for Residential Indoor Air Quality (IAQ). MicroShield Environmental Services is dedicated to providing our Builders with the highest level of professional Indoor Air Quality Services available. At MicroShield, we are committed to ensuring the homes our Builders deliver meet the highest standard of indoor Air Quality for their valued Home Buyers. MicroShield Environmental Services, LLC. OF 63 John P. Lapotaire, CIEC 1170 Tree Swallow Dr., Suite 330, Winter Springs, Florida 32708 phone 321-229-2778 fax 321-206-4534 www.Microshield-ES.com [email_address]

MicroShield Environmental Services, LLC. was established by a Homebuilder for Homebuilders to provide the Homebuilding industry with affordable solutions for Residential Indoor Air Quality (IAQ).

MicroShield Environmental Services is dedicated to providing our Builders with the highest level of professional Indoor Air Quality Services available.

How Can MicroShield Help You? Certified IAQ Healthy Home Indoor Air Quality Testing Quality Control Inspections Product Failure Inspections Water Intrusion Inspections Indoor Air Quality Inspections Building Diagnostic Inspections MicroShield Environmental Services, LLC. OF 63 John P. Lapotaire, CIEC 1170 Tree Swallow Dr., Suite 330, Winter Springs, Florida 32708 phone 321-229-2778 fax 321-206-4534 www.Microshield-ES.com [email_address]

Certified IAQ Healthy Home

Indoor Air Quality Testing

Quality Control Inspections

Product Failure Inspections

Water Intrusion Inspections

Indoor Air Quality Inspections

Building Diagnostic Inspections

Water Intrusion Inspections MicroShield Environmental Services, LLC. OF 63 John P. Lapotaire, CIEC 1170 Tree Swallow Dr., Suite 330, Winter Springs, Florida 32708 phone 321-229-2778 fax 321-206-4534 www.Microshield-ES.com [email_address]

Water Intrusion Inspections These illustrations show the mitered joints of the aluminum cladding that are separating in areas and allowing water to enter the home by first filling the hollow aluminum frame and then entering the wall cavity. MicroShield Environmental Services, LLC. OF 63 John P. Lapotaire, CIEC 1170 Tree Swallow Dr., Suite 330, Winter Springs, Florida 32708 phone 321-229-2778 fax 321-206-4534 www.Microshield-ES.com [email_address]

Cause and Origin Reports MicroShield Environmental Services, LLC. OF 63 John P. Lapotaire, CIEC 1170 Tree Swallow Dr., Suite 330, Winter Springs, Florida 32708 phone 321-229-2778 fax 321-206-4534 www.Microshield-ES.com [email_address]

Water Intrusion Assessments Water testing was conducted to conclusively identify the cause and origin of the water intrusion and/or eliminate areas of suspected water intrusion. The results of this inspection and testing are presented in the following report. MicroShield Environmental Services, LLC. OF 63 John P. Lapotaire, CIEC 1170 Tree Swallow Dr., Suite 330, Winter Springs, Florida 32708 phone 321-229-2778 fax 321-206-4534 www.Microshield-ES.com [email_address]

Water testing was conducted to conclusively identify the cause and origin of the water intrusion and/or eliminate areas of suspected water intrusion. The results of this inspection and testing are presented in the following report.

Indoor Environmental Readings The indoor environmental readings showed that there was not enough of a temperature differential within the home at the time of the inspection to cause the condensation necessary to sustain or create the elevated moisture content measured around the bedroom window. This left us to direct our attention to the possibility of water intrusion at the window. Rain was discounted because there had been no rain for 8 to 10 days and the moisture content would have returned to a dry standard within 72 to 96 hours of the water intrusion. MicroShield Environmental Services, LLC. OF 63 John P. Lapotaire, CIEC 1170 Tree Swallow Dr., Suite 330, Winter Springs, Florida 32708 phone 321-229-2778 fax 321-206-4534 www.Microshield-ES.com [email_address]

The indoor environmental readings showed that there was not enough of a temperature differential within the home at the time of the inspection to cause the condensation necessary to sustain or create the elevated moisture content measured around the bedroom window.

This left us to direct our attention to the possibility of water intrusion at the window. Rain was discounted because there had been no rain for 8 to 10 days and the moisture content would have returned to a dry standard within 72 to 96 hours of the water intrusion.

Water Intrusion Source The only remaining water source that periodically is introduced that would maintain the elevated moisture content measured would be the irrigation. Once all of the indoor environmental readings were established and the air samples were taken, the low pressure water testing began by turning on the irrigation zone closest to the windows for a period of 5 minutes. MicroShield Environmental Services, LLC. OF 63 John P. Lapotaire, CIEC 1170 Tree Swallow Dr., Suite 330, Winter Springs, Florida 32708 phone 321-229-2778 fax 321-206-4534 www.Microshield-ES.com [email_address]

The only remaining water source that periodically is introduced that would maintain the elevated moisture content measured would be the irrigation.

Once all of the indoor environmental readings were established and the air samples were taken, the low pressure water testing began by turning on the irrigation zone closest to the windows for a period of 5 minutes.

Moisture Mapping & Water Testing The moisture mapping of the window without the addition of water and again with the irrigation turned on for 5 minutes and again with the irrigation turned on for a period of 5 additional minutes. Total exposure time 10 minutes. The point of failure in the windows was determined to be the connection between the jamb and the seal at 4 areas of the windows measured. Water testing was conducted to conclusively identify the cause and origin of the water intrusion and/or eliminate areas of suspected water intrusion. The results of this inspection and testing are presented in the following report. MicroShield Environmental Services, LLC. OF 63 John P. Lapotaire, CIEC 1170 Tree Swallow Dr., Suite 330, Winter Springs, Florida 32708 phone 321-229-2778 fax 321-206-4534 www.Microshield-ES.com [email_address]

The moisture mapping of the window without the addition of water and again with the irrigation turned on for 5 minutes and again with the irrigation turned on for a period of 5 additional minutes. Total exposure time 10 minutes.

The point of failure in the windows was determined to be the connection between the jamb and the seal at 4 areas of the windows measured.

Water testing was conducted to conclusively identify the cause and origin of the water intrusion and/or eliminate areas of suspected water intrusion. The results of this inspection and testing are presented in the following report.

Water Testing Whenever possible the suspected water source should be used during water testing. The water should always be applied under low pressure and low volume. MicroShield Environmental Services, LLC. OF 63 John P. Lapotaire, CIEC 1170 Tree Swallow Dr., Suite 330, Winter Springs, Florida 32708 phone 321-229-2778 fax 321-206-4534 www.Microshield-ES.com [email_address]

Moisture Mapping MicroShield Environmental Services, LLC. OF 63 John P. Lapotaire, CIEC 1170 Tree Swallow Dr., Suite 330, Winter Springs, Florida 32708 phone 321-229-2778 fax 321-206-4534 www.Microshield-ES.com [email_address]

Product Failure The point of failure in the windows was determined to be the connection between the jamb and the seal at 4 areas of the windows measured during the testing. MicroShield Environmental Services, LLC. OF 63 John P. Lapotaire, CIEC 1170 Tree Swallow Dr., Suite 330, Winter Springs, Florida 32708 phone 321-229-2778 fax 321-206-4534 www.Microshield-ES.com [email_address]

Mold Free Building Material MicroShield Environmental Services, LLC. OF 63 John P. Lapotaire, CIEC 1170 Tree Swallow Dr., Suite 330, Winter Springs, Florida 32708 phone 321-229-2778 fax 321-206-4534 www.Microshield-ES.com [email_address]

Frame Stage Mold You can stop mold growth during construction by applying MicroShield’s 2 step anti-microbial mold pretreatment to your home's completed structure prior to drywall. MicroShield pretreatment cleans, disinfects, and protects the Home. MicroShield Environmental Services, LLC. OF 63 John P. Lapotaire, CIEC 1170 Tree Swallow Dr., Suite 330, Winter Springs, Florida 32708 phone 321-229-2778 fax 321-206-4534 www.Microshield-ES.com [email_address]

You can stop mold growth during construction by applying MicroShield’s 2 step anti-microbial mold pretreatment to your home's completed structure prior to drywall.

Mold Pretreatment The 1st Step Destroys Microorganisms upon contact, Safely Cleaning and Disinfecting the Home. Eliminating mold on trusses, lumber, and other building material. The 2nd Mold Pretreatment Step Encapsulates the Structure with a permeable anti-microbial that prevents airborne microorganisms from regenerating while providing the Builder and Homebuyer a 20yr Warranty and "Certified Mold Free Building Material". MicroShield Environmental Services, LLC. OF 63 John P. Lapotaire, CIEC 1170 Tree Swallow Dr., Suite 330, Winter Springs, Florida 32708 phone 321-229-2778 fax 321-206-4534 www.Microshield-ES.com [email_address]

The 1st Step Destroys Microorganisms upon contact, Safely Cleaning and Disinfecting the Home. Eliminating mold on trusses, lumber, and other building material.

The 2nd Mold Pretreatment Step Encapsulates the Structure with a permeable anti-microbial that prevents airborne microorganisms from regenerating while providing the Builder and Homebuyer a 20yr Warranty and "Certified Mold Free Building Material".

Pretreatment Option We choose to “opt out” and not purchase the Mold Pretreatment Protection as described above and agree to the terms and conditions outlined above in the MOLD, FUNGUS OR MICROBIAL CONTAMINATION EXCLUSION ENDORSEMENT. MicroShield Environmental Services, LLC. OF 63 John P. Lapotaire, CIEC 1170 Tree Swallow Dr., Suite 330, Winter Springs, Florida 32708 phone 321-229-2778 fax 321-206-4534 www.Microshield-ES.com [email_address]

We choose to “opt out” and not purchase the Mold Pretreatment Protection as described above and agree to the terms and conditions outlined above in the MOLD, FUNGUS OR MICROBIAL CONTAMINATION EXCLUSION ENDORSEMENT.

Homebuyer Option / Mold Exclusion MicroShield Environmental Services, LLC. OF 63 John P. Lapotaire, CIEC 1170 Tree Swallow Dr., Suite 330, Winter Springs, Florida 32708 phone 321-229-2778 fax 321-206-4534 www.Microshield-ES.com [email_address]

Tools of the IAQ Trade The Zefon Z-lite IAQ pump is a linear type pump which is very small in size, but produces a high volume of vacuum airflow. Anderson Volumetric Sampler used with an agar plate to collect culturable air samples. Lightweight pump features an adjustable regulator Bio-Pump is the lightest portable battery powered IAQ sampling pump MicroShield Environmental Services, LLC. OF 63 John P. Lapotaire, CIEC 1170 Tree Swallow Dr., Suite 330, Winter Springs, Florida 32708 phone 321-229-2778 fax 321-206-4534 www.Microshield-ES.com [email_address]

The Zefon Z-lite IAQ pump is a linear type pump which is very small in size, but produces a high volume of vacuum airflow.

Anderson Volumetric Sampler used with an agar plate to collect culturable air samples.

Tools of the IAQ Trade Indoor Air Quality Readings Temperature, Relative Humidity, Particulate, Carbon Dioxide, Carbon Monoxide MicroShield Environmental Services, LLC. OF 63 John P. Lapotaire, CIEC 1170 Tree Swallow Dr., Suite 330, Winter Springs, Florida 32708 phone 321-229-2778 fax 321-206-4534 www.Microshield-ES.com [email_address]

Particulate Matter Size Particulates , alternatively referred to as particulate matter (PM) or fine particles , are tiny particles of solid or liquid suspended in the ambient air. MicroShield Environmental Services, LLC. OF 63 John P. Lapotaire, CIEC 1170 Tree Swallow Dr., Suite 330, Winter Springs, Florida 32708 phone 321-229-2778 fax 321-206-4534 www.Microshield-ES.com [email_address]

IAQ Particulate Sources MicroShield Environmental Services, LLC. OF 63 John P. Lapotaire, CIEC 1170 Tree Swallow Dr., Suite 330, Winter Springs, Florida 32708 phone 321-229-2778 fax 321-206-4534 www.Microshield-ES.com [email_address]

IAQ Particulate Sources MicroShield Environmental Services, LLC. OF 63 John P. Lapotaire, CIEC 1170 Tree Swallow Dr., Suite 330, Winter Springs, Florida 32708 phone 321-229-2778 fax 321-206-4534 www.Microshield-ES.com [email_address]

IAQ Particulate Counters IAQ Particle Counter gives indoor air quality users unique capabilities not available in other IAQ equipment. It is specifically appropriate for assessing air as it pertains to health and breathing. Sensitivity range is large enough to accurately detect mold spores and still detect 0.3 micron smoke particles. MicroShield Environmental Services, LLC. OF 63 John P. Lapotaire, CIEC 1170 Tree Swallow Dr., Suite 330, Winter Springs, Florida 32708 phone 321-229-2778 fax 321-206-4534 www.Microshield-ES.com [email_address]

Particulate Size Chart 0.3 0.5 2.5 5 MicroShield Environmental Services, LLC. OF 63 John P. Lapotaire, CIEC 1170 Tree Swallow Dr., Suite 330, Winter Springs, Florida 32708 phone 321-229-2778 fax 321-206-4534 www.Microshield-ES.com [email_address]

VOC and Odor Investigation Over the past 20 years the EPA authored a series of ‘Toxic Organic Compound’ methods to test the ambient air. These methods are more commonly referred to as the ‘TO’ methods. Today the TO-15 test for 62-compound MicroShield Environmental Services, LLC. OF 63 John P. Lapotaire, CIEC 1170 Tree Swallow Dr., Suite 330, Winter Springs, Florida 32708 phone 321-229-2778 fax 321-206-4534 www.Microshield-ES.com [email_address]

Over the past 20 years the EPA authored a series of ‘Toxic Organic Compound’ methods to test the ambient air.

These methods are more commonly referred to as the ‘TO’ methods.

Today the TO-15 test for 62-compound

Tools of the IAQ Trade Black Light / UV Scan Black Light Scan can identify the location of mold, bacteria, urine, and many other indoor contaminants. The remote video camera can help the Indoor Environmentalist view areas with minimal damage. MicroShield Environmental Services, LLC. OF 63 John P. Lapotaire, CIEC 1170 Tree Swallow Dr., Suite 330, Winter Springs, Florida 32708 phone 321-229-2778 fax 321-206-4534 www.Microshield-ES.com [email_address]

Black Light / UV Scan Black Light Scan can identify the location of mold, bacteria, urine, and many other indoor contaminants.

The remote video camera can help the Indoor Environmentalist view areas with minimal damage.

Tools of the IAQ Trade The use of a boroscope , (fiber optics) to view space inside ductwork or behind walls is used along with the use of a radio moisture meter The Moisture Meter is used to detect moisture "inside" building materials, identifying hidden sources of fungal growth and the extent of water damage. MicroShield Environmental Services, LLC. OF 63 John P. Lapotaire, CIEC 1170 Tree Swallow Dr., Suite 330, Winter Springs, Florida 32708 phone 321-229-2778 fax 321-206-4534 www.Microshield-ES.com [email_address]

The use of a boroscope , (fiber optics) to view space inside ductwork or behind walls is used along with the use of a radio moisture meter

The Moisture Meter is used to detect moisture "inside" building materials, identifying hidden sources of fungal growth and the extent of water damage.

Tools of the IAQ Trade Digital cameras are used in every assessment to photo document any and all concerns The MiniRae is an advanced handheld volatile organic compound (VOC) detector. The MiniRae uses photo ionization detector’s (PID) extended range of 0 to 15,000 ppm. MicroShield Environmental Services, LLC. OF 63 John P. Lapotaire, CIEC 1170 Tree Swallow Dr., Suite 330, Winter Springs, Florida 32708 phone 321-229-2778 fax 321-206-4534 www.Microshield-ES.com [email_address]

Digital cameras are used in every assessment to photo document any and all concerns

Tools of the IAQ Trade Thermal imagers can be used in many diagnostic indoor environmental assessments. Thermal Cameras The use of a thermal imager is an excellent nondestructive investigation technique. MicroShield Environmental Services, LLC. OF 63 John P. Lapotaire, CIEC 1170 Tree Swallow Dr., Suite 330, Winter Springs, Florida 32708 phone 321-229-2778 fax 321-206-4534 www.Microshield-ES.com [email_address]

Thermal imagers can be used in many diagnostic indoor environmental assessments.

Thank You for Participating in Our Green Building & IAQ Presentation If you have any questions concerning the course material we have just covered? Please contact John or Lydia Lapotaire John 321-229-2778 Lydia 407-383-9459 [email_address] [email_address] www.Microshield-ES.com “ Healthier Air Starts Here” MicroShield Environmental Services, LLC. OF 63 John P. Lapotaire, CIEC 1170 Tree Swallow Dr., Suite 330, Winter Springs, Florida 32708 phone 321-229-2778 fax 321-206-4534 www.Microshield-ES.com [email_address]

Thank You “ Healthier Air Starts Here” Thank You John P. Lapotaire, CIEC MicroShield Environmental Services, LLC. OF 63 John P. Lapotaire, CIEC 1170 Tree Swallow Dr., Suite 330, Winter Springs, Florida 32708 phone 321-229-2778 fax 321-206-4534 www.Microshield-ES.com [email_address]