ERC has seen an uptick in requests for HUD-related lead-based paint inspections. It seems HUD is cracking down on housing authorities and other organizations who receive HUD funding, looking for proper documentation of these required inspections. Housing (single and multi-family) supported by HUD, built before 1978, is required to have lead inspection documentation on file. …
2022 Construction Trends
The last two years have wreaked havoc on the construction industry, but good things come from hard times. We’ve been watching the news these last couple of years and the outlook is bright! Here are some of the trends we see for 2022… Improved PPE and Safety Equipment More women are coming into the …
ERC 2021 Snapshot!
After 30 years of hard work and determination we have finally found a place to hang our hats and call home! We are conveniently located in the Energy Corridor off of I-10 and Eldridge at 1017 Blackhaw Street, Houston, TX 77079 2021 proved to be a year of ups and downs but ERC maintained …
What are ESAs?
What is an ESA? ESAs are typically conducted at properties with a history of commercial or industrial use. The Environmental Site Assessment is a process of evaluating the environmental liability of a real estate asset. Specifically, Environmental Site Assessment or “ESA” is the process of conducting “all appropriate inquiry” into the past or present uses …
Storm Water Management in Texas
There are two elements of wastewater management: SWPPP (SWP3) – temporary, during construction (State/TCEQ) SWQMP – permanent, after construction is complete (City) SWPPP (SWP3) – Storm Water Pollution Prevention Plan: The SWPPP is a document that outlines how a construction project will minimize storm water pollution. Construction sites are a well-known source of sediment and …
Asbestos – Busting the Myths
Myth #1 – Asbestos is banned and no longer used. Asbestos regulations in the United States have become more severe since 1991, but the mineral has not been banned all together. Today, over 3,000 consumer goods still contain asbestos. Many of these products can be found in your local hardware or home improvement store. Additionally, …
Mold Myths Busted!
MYTH: Buildings can, and should, be completely free of mold. FALSE: Mold spores are part of the natural environment and are all around us both when we are inside and outside. It would be virtually impossible (and totally unnecessary for most people) to remove every mold spore from a building. Greater amounts of mold can …
All About Lead
What is Lead? Lead is a naturally occurring element found in small amounts in the earth’s crust. While it has some beneficial uses, it can be toxic to humans and animals, causing health issues. Lead-Based Paint (LBP): Lead-based paints were banned for residential use in 1978. Homes and facilities built in the U.S. before 1978 …
Why Choose a Cooperative Contract?
The procurement process for competitive bids can be quite labor intensive, expensive, and time consuming. Below is an example of the standard project procurement workflow. This process can take 90 days or more! Why not skip the hassle and use a cooperative contract! With a cooperative contract, that 90 day process becomes 30 days! Members …
Disaster Recovery for Tornado Season
Texas averages 132 tornadoes a year. The majority of those tornadoes happen in the months of April, May, and June as cold weather meets the beginning of the summer heat. Tornados tend to take the path of least resistance through open fields, and unfortunately through buildings, houses, and highways. Natural disasters are difficult to prepare …