• Dust, Pollen, Skin Particles, Dust mite Faecal Pellets.
• Volatile Organic Compounds - VOCs. Organic chemicals are widely used as ingredients in household products. They are found in plants, varnishes, new carpets and wax as well as many cleaning, disinfecting, cosmetic, degreasing and hobby products.
• Formaldehyde- Formaldehyde is found in most of the building materials and household products.
• Asbestos and Pesticides.

Samples are taken from the area being tested by use of swabs, dip slides or Petri Dishes and are analysed in the laboratory by trained staff.

Many people believe in different methods to improve the quality of Indoor Air. Some promote ‘Ozonisers’ some promote ‘Ionisers’. Each of these systems has advantages as well as disadvantages. We (EPSCO) firmly believe in removal of particulates whether they are dust particles, smoke or odours. This can be achieved by using HEPA (High Efficiency Particle Air) Filters that are incorporated in a portable fan housing. This type of unit removes 99.97% of particles to a size of 0.3 microns. This includes cigarette smoke, pollen and most mould spores. Another method is to use electronic polarising filters that replace the filters in the A/C unit. These units are extremely efficient and work without reducing airflow from the A/C unit.

Odour can be controlled or eliminated by a variety of chemical neutralisers or the use of zone generating equipment. Activated carbon filters also play a part.

Mould spores are everywhere and given the right conditions will grow and multiply in huge numbers. High levels of mould growth will cause a wide variety of illnesses ranging from coughs, colds, allergic reactions, toxic poisoning, respiratory problems and triggering of asthma sufferers. Mould grows indoors and multiplies only when there is a spore and sufficient and constant moisture, a food source and an acceptable temperature. For example a leaking pipe or condensation from chilled water pipes or a/c system provides regular supply of moisture to enable the spore to grow. Nature does the rest.

High humidity levels within a home promote unhealthy air quality by providing the moisture required to allow mould, mildew and dust mites to grow, For most people the air is most comfortable at around 50% Relative Humidity. Domestic units are available to reduce humidity levels to ensure comfort. Commercial units are also available for drying out after water spillages or flooding.