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Tensar’s Roadway Improvement Solutions “Topped” with Acquisition of Endurablend
Tensar International Corporation improves property values by providing technology-driven site solutions for common development problems such as grade changes requiring retaining walls, and poor soil conditions. - January 10, 2010 - Tensar International Corporation
Building Envelope Science Institute's Development of Certified Protocols: from Conception to Certification
The Building Envelope Science Institute has taken steps to create a remediation process that works and is both comprehensive and cost effective. The “BESI System” pulled resources from top analytical scientists, chemists, toxicologists, a major university, consultants in the environmental field and twelve business sectors that were considered in the development and analysis. - January 07, 2010 - Building Envelope Science Institute
EMLab P&K’s Houston, TX Laboratory Receives AIHA Accreditation for Mold Lab Analysis
EMLab P&K receives AIHA accreditation for mold analysis at its Houston, Texas mold lab. - January 06, 2010 - EMLab P&K IAQ Laboratory
Inspections by Bob Earns Coveted Angie’s List Super Service Award
Inspections by Bob, LLC, of Gaithersburg, MD, has been awarded the prestigious 2009 Angie’s List Super Service Award. - January 04, 2010 - Inspections by Bob
Building Envelope Science Institute Holds Seminar for Defective Drywall in Gainesville, Florida
The Building Envelope Science Institute (BESI) has scheduled a second seminar for the Defective Drywall Inspection and Remediation certification. - December 09, 2009 - Building Envelope Science Institute
Second Certification Seminar for Defective Drywall Held in Gainesville, Florida
Defective Drywall in America workgroup, Building Envelope Science Institute and U S Building Consultants are presenting the certification for Chinese or other defective drywall in Gainesville, Florida on December 13-15, 2009 at the Best Western Gateway Grand. This program will certify inspectors, consultants, project managers, and remediation contractors. - November 25, 2009 - USBCI
USBCI Introduces Certifications for Defective Drywall in Gainesville, Florida
Second training seminar for defective drywall inspection and remediation. - November 25, 2009 - USBCI
From Protecting Our Country to Protecting Our Investments
Retired Air Force Colonel Reports for Duty as HomeTeam Inspection Service Owner. - November 18, 2009 - HomeTeam Inspection Service
Successful Participation of NaturCert at ITB Asia 2009
NaturCert's participation to ITB Asia 2009 has been marked with great success and expanded development opportunities for the Asian region. - October 26, 2009 - NaturCert E.E.
Oregon Home Inspector Attends American Society of Home Inspectors Leadership Training Conference
American Society of Home Inspectors Leadership Training Conference Ken Meyer Attends ASHI Leadership Conference, Home Inspectors Code of Ethics and Consumer Trust Ken Meyer of Portico Home Inspection LLC, a local home inspection business, has just returned from leadership training in Chicago, IL,... - October 22, 2009 - Portico Home Inspection LLC
Bob Sisson Attends ASHI Leadership Conference; Focus is on Home Inspectors Code of Ethics and Consumer Trust
Bob Sisson, owner of Inspections by Bob, a local home inspection business, has just returned from leadership training in Chicago, IL, where the spotlight was on ethics. As a member of the American Society of Home Inspectors, Sisson is committed to conducting business in compliance with the ASHI... - October 20, 2009 - Inspections by Bob
USBCI Provides Free Forum for Homeowners to Get Answers to Defective Drywall Questions
The panelists will have expert advice on the subjects of legal, health, life safety, LEED certification upgrades, analytical/laboratory/chemistry, product materials, environmental, construction and remediation, cost estimating, real estate values, insurance, warranty, decontamination of personal belongings, and state or governmental responses to the crisis. - October 20, 2009 - USBCI
USBCI Announces Speakers for the National Training and Certification Program on Chinese and Defective Drywall in America
National Training and Certification Program on Chinese and Defective Drywall in America on October 25 – 27, 2009 at the Hyatt Regency Orlando International Airport Hotel Orlando, Florida. The training program will offer certifications for the title designation of Certified Defective Drywall Inspector (CDDI), Certified Defective Drywall Consultant (CDDC) and Certified Defective Drywall Remediator (CDDR). - October 20, 2009 - USBCI
NJ Mold Testing and NJ Mold Inspection Services Now Offered by Accurate Inspections Inc.
Accurate Inspections Inc. is one of the most experienced NJ home inspection company. They have now introduced a new service to the array of other services – NJ Mold Testing and NJ Mold Inspection services. - October 20, 2009 - Accurate Inspections, Inc
NaturCert Announces Launch of New International Website
NaturCert today announced the launch of its new international website www.naturcert.com. - October 15, 2009 - NaturCert E.E.
USBCI Connects with Homeowners to Provide Answers to Defective Drywall Questions
A discussion panel comprised of 15 top experts which is “Open to the Public” allows homeowners to get their questions answered on defective Chinese drywall, its effects to property values and health concerns. - October 13, 2009 - USBCI
U S Building Consultants, Inc. Considers Homeowners the Winners with New Certified Protocols
The homeowners wanted back the value of their homes and they wanted assurance that the fix was not going to be a band-aid type repair. Armed with this information, USBCI and the DDIA launched a six month pursuit in designing a cost effective protocol that would insure homeowners would only have to go through this nightmare once. Spending 90% of the time on the solution and 10 % of the time on the problem. - October 05, 2009 - USBCI
EMLab P&K Increases Mold Testing & Bacteria Testing Capacity to Support Georgia and the Southeast After Flooding
In response to flooding in Georgia and the Southeast region, EMLab P&K has added mold testing and bacteria testing capacity to support the increased need for environmental testing. - October 01, 2009 - EMLab P&K IAQ Laboratory
Home Inspections of Northern Virginia Expands Service Area Into Fairfax, VA and Arlington, VA
Home Inspections of Northern Virginia has expanded its service area to include Fairfax, VA and Arlington, VA. Home buyers in these areas are encouraged to contact Joseph Weissglass for any home inspection needs. - September 30, 2009 - Home Inspections of Northern Virginia
Home Inspections of Northern Virginia Introduces Chinese Drywall Testing and Inspections
Virginia home owners worried about the health risks and damaging effects of Chinese drywall can find information on the website of Home Inspections of Northern Virginia, LLC, www.hiofnva.com. Chinese drywall has the potential to be the largest material defect to impact the construction industry... - September 19, 2009 - Home Inspections of Northern Virginia
USBC States the Importance of Certification in Remediation for Chinese Drywall
An entire program has been designed out of the workgroup Defective Drywall in America (DDIA) which included top analytical scientists, chemists, toxicologists, a major university, consultants in the environmental field and 12 business sectors that were considered in the development of the certified protocols. - September 12, 2009 - USBCI
USBCI Takes Stand on Remediation of Chinese Drywall
Spiderman S. Mulholland, a leading forensic expert on building envelope, water intrusion, toxic mold, and Chinese Drywall of U S Building Consultants, Inc., takes a stand on remediation. Mr. Mulholland and the Defective Drywall In America (DDIA) workgroup has for months tried every conceivable... - September 12, 2009 - USBCI
Chinese Drywall Certification Presented by USBCI in Orlando, Florida
Spiderman S. Mulholland, a leading forensic expert on building envelope, water intrusion, toxic mold, and Chinese Drywall of U S Building Consultants, Inc. and U S Building Laboratories, Inc., takes a stand on remediation. USBCI and USBLI continue to do research and experiment with all kinds of... - September 12, 2009 - USBCI
Certified Inspection & Remediation Protocols Presented by U S Building Consultants, Inc.
Mr. Mulholland of U S Building Consultants, Inc. understands that standardization of inspection and remediation protocols are essential in bringing a viable solution to the current crisis. Mr. Mulholland who is part of a workgroup called Defective Drywall In America (DDIA) have now completed protocols. - September 12, 2009 - USBCI
U S Building Consultants, Inc. and DDIA Comes Out with Certified Protocols for Inspection/Remediation of Chinese Drywall
Spiderman S. Mulholland, a leading forensic expert on building envelope, water intrusion, toxic mold, and Chinese Drywall of U S Building Consultants, Inc., and part of the Defective Drywall In America (DDIA) workgroup that was formed about five months ago has been spending 90% of their time on the... - September 10, 2009 - USBCI
US Building Consultants Pushing for ASTM standard for inspections
This is an important step in the process as we move forward in this crisis. ASTM International is one of the foremost recognizable associations to be involved in helping to establish proper standards for the inspection of Chinese and other defective drywall. Mulholland feels that without a standard, the opportunity for substandard practices will continue to occur. - September 03, 2009 - USBCI
Austin Auditors' Marketing Campaign to Promote Energy Audits in Austin, TX Pushes Forward
"30% Plus" marketing campaign begins today. Offers 30% off standard ECAD Austin energy audit pricing. - September 02, 2009 - Austin Auditors
Further Investigation Into Defective Chinese Drywall by US Building Consultants, Inc. Results in a Warning for Companies Performing Remediation
After performing more inspections and additional laboratory results, U S Building Consultants, Inc. issues a warning to those performing remediation on homes or commercial buildings that may have defective Chinese drywall. - August 12, 2009 - USBCI
US Building Consultants Inc., US Building Laboratories Inc., Analytical Research Systems Inc., and the University of Florida Join Forces
U S Building Consultants and U S Building Laboratories Inc. collaborate with Analytical Research Systems, Inc. and the University of Florida to find solution to defective drywall crisis. - August 05, 2009 - USBCI
Western Architectural Announces Headquarters Move, Coinciding with 20th Anniversary
Western Architectural, a leading forensic architecture and engineering firm serving the western United States, has relocated its corporate headquarters, leasing 8,800 square feet on the top floor of Lincoln Center’s Building 5. Western Architectural’s new address is 10200 S.W. Greenburg Road, Suite 750, Portland, OR 97223. Established in 1989, Western Architectural is headquartered in Portland, with an office in Las Vegas, Nevada, and projects ranging across the United States. - July 31, 2009 - Western Architectural
Spiderman S. Mulholland, U S Building Consultants, is Issuing a Warning About Conducting Remediation on Homes with Defective Chinese Drywall
A leading forensic expert on building envelope, water intrusion, toxic mold, and Chinese drywall, Spiderman S. Mulholland, Senior Forensic investigator and national consultant with U S Building Consultants and U S Building Laboratories Inc., is issuing a warning to those conducting remediation on homes and buildings across the states including Florida. - July 12, 2009 - USBCI
Florida Property Owners and Insurance Agents Benefit from a New Technology
WindStormDiscount.com, LLC, one of the fastest growing inspection companies in Florida, has streamlined the process of acquiring windstorm mitigation discounts. This new technology is saving homeowners money, saving insurance agent’s time, and helping to educate property owners about additional discounts that are available to them. - July 10, 2009 - WindStormDiscount.com, LLC.
Western Architectural Expands Nevada Office with Strategic New Hire
In a bold commitment to the Southern Nevada market, Western Architectural announced today Jessie McCaskill has joined the Nevada Team as Business Development Manager. This strategic addition to the Southwest leadership team is part of an overall plan to expand Western Architectural’s... - July 01, 2009 - Western Architectural
Dr. Thomas V. Falone Joins Coordinated Project Solutions LLC as Vice President of Business Development
Coordinated Project Solutions LLC (CPS), based in Marlton, NJ, announces the addition of Dr. Thomas V. Falone to its company. CPS is a leading developer of custom professional office buildings and has special expertise in the design and build industry related to senior care facilities, such as Independent Living, Assisted Living, and Alzheimer's Care. Visit www.coordinatedprojectsolutions.com for more information. - June 05, 2009 - Coordinated Project Solutions
Former Navy SEAL Takes Aim at San Diego Energy Bills
A former Navy SEAL Sniper, Chris Sajnog, is using infrared technology he learned during his 20 years of service to help businesses and homeowners in San Diego, CA lower their utility bills. He recently launched Home Energy Audit Technicians (HEAT) and has some great advice on cost-effective ways to lower your utility bills. - February 12, 2009 - Home Energy Audit Technicians
Guaranteed Home Inspections Adds Rain for Testing Roofs in Southern California
With little or no rain, most new homes have not had their roofs tested for leaks. And older homes develop leaks that have not yet been visible. Now homeowners can add real water testing to their home inspections. More details at www.sshi.net. - October 24, 2008 - Guaranteed Home Inspections
New Retail Liquor Store Prototype
JVB Architect has been awarded the contract to design 2 new national retail liquor store prototypes. - October 01, 2008 - JVB ARCHITECT, LLC
JVB Architect, LLC Provided Green Design
JVB Architect, LLC completed multiple green designed projects compliant to USGBC LEED Guidelines. - September 30, 2008 - JVB ARCHITECT, LLC
Announcing the Promotion of Clemens Rossell to the Position of Design Team Leader
Trinity | ERD is pleased to announce the promotion of Clemens J. Rossell to the position of Design Team Leader. Clemens is responsible for the overall operations of the Trinity | ERD Design Team, including Engineering and CAD. With over 25 years of professional experience, Clemens joined... - February 28, 2007 - Trinity | ERD
Inspector Paul, Inc Named 2006 Angie's List Super Service Award(R) Recipient
Inspector Paul Home Inspection, the leading residential home inspector in the Charlotte, NC area, offering home and environmental inspections, has been selected as a 2006 Angie's List Super Service Award® Recipient. The award is given annually to companies that achieved and maintained a... - February 20, 2007 - Inspector Paul-Charlotte Home Inspection
"I Would Not Let Katrina Stop Me"
Business Owner Didn’t Let Hurricane Disrupt Dream - September 30, 2006 - A-Pro Home Inspection Services
Exterior Research and Design Announces Name Change, Celebrates Anniversary
Exterior Research and Design has changed its name to Trinity | ERD. Along with the new name comes the unveiling of a new logo and website. The name change coincides with Trinity | ERD’s 20th year in operation. Trinity | ERD looked back to its roots for a name to celebrate that... - September 19, 2006 - Trinity | ERD