Healthy Homes

Protect your home from the 'silent killer' with our guide to carbon monoxide sources, mitigation strategies, and choosing between dedicated or combination detectors for maximum safety. Carbon monoxide prevention and detection: protecting your air quality from dangerous gases Carbon monoxide (CO) is often referred to…

Identify lead paint in your home, understand the risks, and learn the safest ways to deal with it, from encapsulation to professional abatement. How to safely deal with lead paint in homes Lead-based paint is a serious health concern, especially in older homes, and understanding the risks and proper handling is…

An expert guide to safely and effectively removing mold from wood framing in basements and attics using non-toxic, eco-friendly methods. Learn what works, what doesn't, and how to prevent it from coming back. Safe mold removal from wood framing Finding mold on the wood framing in your home's attic or basement can be…

A critical guide to identifying vermiculite, understanding the risks of asbestos, and the professional protocols for safe testing and removal. How to know if vermiculite insulation contains asbestos and what to do about it Vermiculite was a popular choice for home attic insulation from the 1920s to about 1990 in…

Learn how to effectively and safely remove stubborn hard water stains from toilets and sinks using simple, eco-friendly, and non-toxic household ingredients. Hard water stains are a common and frustrating problem in many households, leaving chalky, mineral deposits on sinks, toilets, and fixtures. While commercial…

Learn what indoor air quality monitors are, what they measure, and how they can help you create a healthier, more comfortable home. Indoor air quality monitors: a homeowner's & pro's buyers guide You wouldn't buy a car without a dashboard, so why live in a home without a window into its air quality? Indoor air…

A new study shows that wildfire smoke is more dangerous than we thought; learn the health risks of PM2.5 particles and how to protect your family by improving your home's indoor air quality (IAQ) with effective air filtration and sealing techniques. Why wildfire smoke is a bigger threat than first thought That hazy…

Asbestos in building materials is a health risk for humans when disturbed and particles become airborne. Protect the air quality of your home by identifying and mitigating risks of asbestos exposure. Asbestos is a mineral with excellent heat resistance and durability, leading to it being widely used in construction…

See our DIY instructional video of how to make your own chemical-free laundry soap with Buckeyes, Horse nuts, Chestnuts or Conkers! Whatever you like to call them, we won't think you're nuts. DIY laundry soap made from buckeyes/ horse chestnuts - who knew? The mission of Ecohome goes beyond providing sustainable and…

Ecohome tested eco-friendly detergent-free laundry soap balls, read our review and see the results in the Ecohome Building Guide. While walking through a home show not long ago I came across a product that has always intrigued me, the laundry wash ball, some kind of magic bean that washes clothes without detergent…

As so many searches are done online for Radon Gas Maps, Radon Gas safe levels and Radon Maps by State of USA or Province of Canada - We decided to stress the importance of testing for Radon gas in homes as November is Radon Awareness Month. Radon gas maps - levels by State or Province Radon maps show where the risk…

Long term exposure to high levels of radon gas is the second leading cause of lung cancer. Find out if your home is in a high risk area and how to fix it. National radon gas maps and database of high risk areas Researchers from the Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health have mapped out radon hotspots having…