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The act of removing asbestos or lead in buildings.

Asbestos is a group of six naturally occurring minerals made up of heat-resistant fibers. It can cause mesothelioma, lung cancer and other cancers.

The CDC, or Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, is the national public health agency of the United States under the Department of Health and Human Services.

The Environmental Protection Agency, or EPA, is an independent executive agency of the United States federal government tasked with environmental protection matters.

The practice of preventing or controlling wind or water erosion in agriculture, land development, coastal areas, riverbanks, and construction. Effective erosion controls handle surface runoff and are important techniques in preventing water pollution, soil loss, wildlife habitat loss and human property loss.

HAZMAT is an abbreviation for “hazardous materials”—substances in quantities or forms that may pose a reasonable risk to health, property, or the environment. HAZMATs include such substances as toxic chemicals, fuels, nuclear waste products, and biological, chemical, and radiological agents. ERC offers HAZMAT assessments and remediation for most HAZMATs.

IAQ refers to the air quality within and around buildings and structures, especially as it relates to the health and comfort of building occupants. Understanding and controlling common pollutants indoors can help reduce your risk of indoor health concerns. Health effects from indoor air pollutants may be experienced soon after exposure or, possibly, years later.

Lead is a highly toxic metal that may cause a range of health problems, especially in young children. When lead is absorbed into the body, it can cause damage to the brain and other vital organs, like the kidneys, nerves, and blood. Lead may also cause behavioral problems, learning disabilities, seizures and in extreme cases, …

Mold is a type of fungus that consists of small organisms found almost everywhere. In small amounts, mold spores are usually harmless, but when they land on a damp spot they can start to grow. When mold is growing on a surface, spores can be released into the air where they can be easily inhaled.

A method of analysis used to estimate the degree of mold contamination in buildings—building materials and indoor air.