Mold remediation is a service you hope you won’t need, but sometimes mold happens despite your best efforts to prevent it. Mold outbreaks can occur after a water disaster such as a flood, or simply build up over time because of a leak. Mold can also be a problem in commercial buildings, because it can spread in easy-to-miss…
Methamphetamine and fentanyl clean up needed in the country and also in Kansas City due to the increase in drug use. Government reports shared by the Associated Press News highlights Fentanyl and Meth continue to be the top two drugs in the country contributing to overdose deaths. The prevalent use and distribution of these drugs means areas…
As a sanitization cleaning company, SMART Environmental Services provides services for Kansas City metro area residential and commercial customers in asbestos and lead abatement, mold remediation, demolition, water mitigation and construction cleaning. SMART Environmental offers abatement, remediation, removal and mitigation services and environmental cleanup as a sanitization cleaning company for Kansas City, MO and Kansas…
Did you know that asbestos abatement may be needed if you are renovating a bathroom, kitchen, or anywhere with water lines? Asbestos.com shares that “The amount of plumbing work needed in the United States puts plumbers at risk of toxic asbestos exposure because of the many asbestos-containing products they use and repair.” This often overlooked risk area…
Mold damage remediation is in full swing thanks to our plentiful spring rains here in Kansas City. Early mold detection is important because you may have better options for remediation. While some mold is visible to the naked eye, some species of mold is not, which makes it extremely difficult to treat without professional testing.…
Asbestos removal in Kansas City is best left to the professionals. Asbestos removal is regulated by federal, state and local governments and requires licensing of abatement contractors and employees. Smart Environmental Services LLC has all of the necessary licenses and insurance, and follows EPA, NESHAP (National Emissions Standards for Hazardous Air Pollutants), and AHERA (Asbestos…
Is the old advice about using bleach for mold removal a myth or helpful homeowner advice? Unfortunately, the old wives tale has persisted for so long because bleach will appear to remove some surface mold, however, it only masks the mold you can see and does not treat an underlying mold problem. And because bleach…
Where does mold like to hide in Kansas and Missouri and how can it be prevented? SMART Environmental Services in Kansas City is your local mold remediation expert and can help rid your home or business of the unwanted fungus. Mold can grow in any place inside a home or business that has experienced a…
Be on the lookout for asbestos during your spring cleaning. If you are getting ready for spring cleaning here in Kansas City, it’s important to remember that if you are buying, renovating, or cleaning out an older home, asbestos may be lurking in your insulation, ceiling or flooring. If you are working on home repairs…
For Meth/Fentanyl cleanup, reviewing your state of Kansas, Missouri or national guidelines is a good place to start. These resources will help you understand the severity of the contamination, level of remediation needed and the health risks involved. Serving as a useful source for homeowners and cleanup contractors, the EPA’s Voluntary Guidelines were geared towards state and…