Healthy Building Science

We offer a unique combination of expertise in environmental testing and inspections (industrial hygiene, building science, and specialty construction services). Headquartered in the San Francisco Bay Area we offer high level services for discerning clients who care about their health and buildings. Looking for an environmental consultant or industrial hygienist with expertise in indoor air quality testing, indoor environmental services, and environmental analysis? Need help identifying contaminants in your commercial building, factory, office, school, workplace or home?

We are an environmental consulting firm based in the San Francisco Bay Area, a group of scientists working to make your indoor spaces healthier. We test your building or property to find harmful pollutants.

6 Tips for Water Quality and Water Testing: Source matters - One of the most important variables in water quality is the source. Does the water come from an open water source like a lake or reservoir? Is it treated and delivered to a site via the municipal or county water service? Water Conservation Practices and Options California is Still in a drought and conservation is still needed. Read on for water conservation tips. The Architectural Industry In early summer 2012, when I joined HBS, I also transitioned from working as an architect in the mainstream architectural industry, into a consultant to architects.

Fire Proof Building The past few summers I've been caught somewhat off guard by how vulnerable I feel when dry winds are blowing and smoke fills the sky. I remember very clearly being on the roof, with a mask on, cleaning out gutters and small piles of leaves. Is a Clean Crawlspace Really That Important? Crawlspaces are generally not what anyone would consider "clean." When was the last time you went into a crawlspace? It's typically a dark, dank environment where critters and odors scare away even the bravest DIY building owners.

Healthy Building Science offers environmental services for buildings. We offer expert industrial hygiene services for commercial, institutional, manufacturing, medical, retail and residential clients, and work with existing and new buildings. Test air, dust, soil, and water to better understand your environment and make educated decisions about property management and maintaining your building. We provide a comprehensive analysis of buildings from an occupant health perspective. Industrial hygiene includes testing in all building types for OSHA compliance or peace of mind.

Whether you need commercial soil testing or you are starting an edible garden, a soil survey will inform you of what is in your soil. Soil testing involves collecting soil samples, analysis at a lab, and ultimately, an expert helping to interpret your lab results. An old orchard or gas station comes with a laundry list of concerns when it comes to soil contamination. Some legacy pesticides and herbicides will linger in soil for many decades, and oil and gas from leaking underground storage tanks (LUSTs) may present significant legal and financial liability for any landowner.

Performing a mold inspection or mold testing in the Bay Area is important if there has been a leak or flooding in your building. There may be a "musty smell" emanating from part of the building. A thorough inspection and mold test can determine if there is an indoor source of mold. Other times assessments must include lab analysis in order to identify Stachybotrys ("toxic black mold"), from other types of mold or to determine if parts of a building have been cross-contaminated with mold spores. Mold testing is also used to determine if an area has been properly remediated and cleaned, an abbreviated survey known as "mold clearance testing."

For residential customers we offer three primary services for the San Francisco Bay Area. Environmental testing and inspections help identify potential contaminants in air, dust, soil and water. General contracting includes fixing what we so often find, including site drainage, EMF mitigation, crawlspace cleanups and vapor barriers, ventilation and air filtration, water damage restoration, water filtration, home fire hardening, air-sealing and remodeling. And lastly we offer a proactive subscription program for home maintenance.