Home Remediation
Why Radon is Dangerous
Imagine there are thousands of bees living right below your home. A few find their way through the cracks in your foundation. The odds are still in your favor that you won’t get stung. But the longer you’re in the same space with them, the more likely you’ll get stung. Remember, more are coming in…
Read MoreWhy Hire a Certified Radon Mitigator to Lower the Radon Levels in Your Home?
What is Radon? Radon is a gaseous radioactive element that kills more than 20,000 people every year. Unfortunately, the only way to be sure how much radon is in your home is through radon testing done by a professional, as radon is colorless, odorless, and tasteless. Among the health concerns associated with radon exposure are…
Read MoreBlack Mold Removal
You can find mold spores almost anywhere on the planet. But when you come across black mold in your home, it is unsettling because it represents a potential danger to your health. In fact, some, not specifically black mold, can be a severe health hazard, as it can damage your lungs and attack the central…
Read MoreJanuary is National Radon Action Month
3Rs Construction Provides Radon Testing & Mitigation It’s a great time for a reminder to test your home for radon and protect your family from potential illness. The Center for Disease Control (CDC) estimates that there are over 20,000 deaths in the United States each year to radon exposure. That’s more fatalities than drunk…
Read MoreHow Does An Earthquake Affect Radon Levels?
Earthquakes Near Salem Can Happen View info from the most recent earthquake: https://www.earthquaketrack.com/quakes/2018-04-15-03-45-41-utc-3-1-18 Contact 3Rs Construction & Remodeling if you are needing to have your home tested for radon today. Schedule an Appointment So, what does radon have to do with an earthquake? First let’s get the simple definition of an earthquake from the Oxford…
Read MoreYou’re in Luck – Dry Ice Blasting is “GREEN”
Remove Mold with Environmentally Friendly Dry Ice Blasting by 3Rs Construction Mold is a common problem here in Salem, Oregon. While the rain and mist keeps our beautiful Willamette Valley green and lush, sometimes the moisture can find it’s way into our homes. The green is nice growing outdoors, but we certainly don’t want any…
Read MoreDry Ice Blasting for Fire Damage
FIRE DAMAGE REPAIR AND RESTORATION BY 3Rs CONSTRUCTION You know dry ice… that stuff that makes a cool smoke effect at concerts and makes a Halloween witches brew look eerie. Yeah, that stuff! Well, it does have practical uses too. Dry ice is simply frozen carbon dioxide, so it’s completely natural. Carbon dioxide is what…
Read More3Rs Construction is Salem’s Trusted Radon Professional
Experienced and Trained Radon Testing and Mitigation Our goal at 3Rs Construction & Remodeling is for you to have peace of mind about the health and safety of your home. That’s why Duane West, owner of 3Rs Construction & Remodeling, attended a special radon mitigation training class provided by AARST-NRPP (The American Association of…
Read More3Rs Construction Reviews Stanley Watras and Radon Mitigation
The Discovery of Radon in Homes Did you ever wonder why we ever started doing radon testing and radon mitigation in homes? Did someone just get up in the morning and think to themselves, “I think I’ll check my house for radon today.” No …that would be silly! But, it’s actually a very interesting tale! It…
Read MoreMold’s Circle of Life by 3Rs Construction & Remodeling
Once moisture is introduced to mold spores, how longs does it take for them to germinate? Duane West, owner of 3Rs Construction & Remodeling in Salem, Oregon taught a class on mold and mold remediation to local realtors. Here’s a snippet of info about the life cycle of mold. You’ll understand why it’s so important…
Read MoreRadon Remediation / Mitigation by 3Rs Construction in Salem Oregon
You CAN’T: ⋅ See It ⋅ Taste It ⋅ Smell It You CAN: ⋅ Find It ⋅ Measure It ⋅ Remove It What is it? It’s radon. Contact 3Rs Construction & Remodeling, your local contractor, if you are looking to have Radon testing done today! Schedule an Appointment Radon is naturally occurring…
Read More3Rs Construction in Salem, Oregon uses Dry Ice Blasting to Remove Attic Mold
Do you have mold in your home that needs to be removed? Contact 3Rs Construction & Remodeling, your local contractor today! Schedule an Appointment Dry Ice Blasting for Mold Remediation 3Rs Construction & Remodeling is experienced in mold remediation in a variety of spaces. One of the most common places you will find mold in…
Read MoreMold Matter’s – Part 3 by 3Rs Construction
There are more myths than facts lofting around in the mold arena these days. Part three in the Series “Mold Matters” by 3Rs Construction & Remodeling was intended to address a few of the common Mold Myths. (Here comes the disclaimer) 3Rs Construction is in no way intending to be the final authority in Mold…
Read MoreMold Facts 201 by 3Rs Construction
Mold Removal Questions The following information is the second in a series of posts created by 3Rs Construction in Salem, Oregon to help inform the general public on how to best deal with Mold and Mold Removal or Remediation in their homes or businesses. As I mentioned in “Part One” of this series on “Mold…
Read MoreMold Facts 101 by 3Rs Construction
Mold Removal Questions The following information is the first in a series of posts created by 3Rs Construction & Remodeling in Salem Oregon to help inform the general public on how to best deal with Mold, Mold Removal, or Remediation in their homes or businesses. First off let me explain, I am neither a professional…
Read More3Rs Construction Mold Remediation
Ventilation and remediating mold has become an ever growing concern for Salem, Oregon area residents. As home inspectors become more educated and homeowners more aware of the potential adverse health effects of high concentrations of mold in living spaces, 3Rs Construction & Remodeling is getting a corresponding number of calls from concerned Salem, Oregon area…
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