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Abatement and Remediation Disaster Restoration
July 22, 2024

Managing Mold Issues Following Hurricanes

There is no denying the initial impact of a hurricane can be devastating, leaving communities to piece together their lives, homes, and communities. Fallen trees, scattered debris, and structural damage are to be expected. However, we often do not co

Disaster Restoration Duct Cleaning
June 18, 2024

Renting vs. Buying Temporary Containment Walls

The flexibility, speed, and cost effectiveness of temporary modular wall systems have redefined the way contactors contain dust and other airborne pathogens during construction. From hospital construction to office space renovations and many other pr

Disaster Restoration Duct Cleaning
May 24, 2024

Blog #5 – DUCT-PRO®: Cleaning the Return

In our last post, we covered the proper steps for agitation to remove debris and dirt from the ductwork. Here we’ll cover the procedure for cleaning the return.

Disaster Restoration Duct Cleaning
May 2, 2024

Blog Series #4 – DUCT-PRO®: Agitation

We’ve looked at the methods for duct cleaning and air sweeping in our previous posts. In this installment, we’ll cover agitation—a process for dislodging the extreme buildup of debris prior to air sweeping.

Disaster Restoration Duct Cleaning
April 26, 2024

Blog Series #3 – DUCT-PRO®: The “Push” Method

In previous blogs, we’ve explained the necessary equipment and prep work and the process for cleaning the HVAC supply. In this blog, we’ll explain the methods for duct cleaning, beginning with the “push” method.

Disaster Restoration Duct Cleaning
April 18, 2024

Blog Series #2 – DUCT-PRO®: Cleaning the Supply

It’s important to understand the role each piece of equipment plays in the process before starting a duct cleaning business. Our team of Aire Guardians at Abatement Technologies® has created a video series to provide users with the key information

Disaster Restoration Duct Cleaning
April 10, 2024

Blog Series #1 – DUCT-PRO®: Preparing for the job

It’s important to understand the role each piece of equipment plays in the process before starting a duct cleaning business. Our team of Aire Guardians at Abatement Technologies® has created a video series to provide users with the key information

Healthcare Construction Patient Isolation Rental
March 5, 2024

Hospital Surge Capacity Readiness: Keeping Patients Safe with Containment Solutions (ICRA 2.0)

Infection control risk assessment (ICRA) requirements call for six feet of spatial separation between infected sources and susceptible hosts, so building cubicles and barriers may be necessary in waiting rooms, triage areas, and treatment spaces. In

Abatement and Remediation Disaster Restoration Healthcare Construction Patient Isolation Rental
January 30, 2024

7 Ways to Use SHIELD WALL™ for Temporary Containment

Temporary modular walls have grown in popularity in recent years as a reliable alternative to traditional solutions, like drywall and poly sheeting. Due to their reusability, flexibility, and cost savings, temporary wall systems are a great solution

Abatement and Remediation Disaster Restoration Healthcare Construction Patient Isolation Rental
January 12, 2024

Renting Smart with Abatement Technologies

Abatement Technologies offers rental companies the support needed to provide high quality equipment to customers, at any time. And, with Abatement’s rapid order fulfillment capabilities, rental companies can ensure products are readily available fo

Abatement and Remediation Disaster Restoration
January 11, 2024

Winter Maintenance Guide: Frozen pipes

Unlike winter storms, bursting pipes are largely preventable with the right preparation. Here are a few tips on how to prevent frozen pipes, how to thaw frozen pipes before they burst, and how to avoid water damage before it’s too late:

Disaster Restoration Duct Cleaning Home Air Purification
November 16, 2023

Meet Aire Guardian Shavon Barnard

Being an Aire Guardian is not something Shavon takes lightly. She has witnessed firsthand how poor air quality can negatively impact immunocompromised patients, and how Abatement Technologies’ products really make a difference.

Abatement and Remediation Disaster Restoration Healthcare Construction Patient Isolation
October 27, 2023

Choosing the Right Containment Cart for the Job

When it comes to construction in critical environments, nothing is more important than safety. In fact, awareness of healthcare-related infections has grown over the last several decades and construction, especially when accessing a ceiling, in criti

Abatement and Remediation Disaster Restoration Healthcare Construction Home Air Purification Patient Isolation
October 13, 2023

ICRA 2.0 – Controlling the Spread of HAIs During Construction in Critical Healthcare Environments

Each year, thousands of patients fall victim to healthcare-associated infections (HAIs) caused by dust and other airborne contaminants released during construction activities. To support patient safety, the Center for Disease Control and Prevention

Abatement and Remediation Disaster Restoration Home Air Purification
September 26, 2023

Key Tools for Mold Remediation and Air Quality

Remediation specialists need the tools to not only keep themselves safe, but also the people in surrounding areas. With the proper protective equipment and the necessary tools, contractors are able to meet standards and safety regulations to effectiv

Healthcare Construction Patient Isolation
September 2, 2023

The challenge of removing ceiling tiles while mechanical, electrical, and plumbing work is performed in sensitive environment

Doing mechanical, electrical, and plumbing (MEP) work in ceilings can be painful – literally and figuratively. And the figurative sense increases in healthcare environments where regulations are very stringent, and for a good reason. Increases in

Disaster Restoration Healthcare Construction Patient Isolation
July 25, 2023

4 FAQs About Temporary Containment Wall Systems

Modular wall containment systems have many advantages over traditional methods, such as drywall. Read our latest article on 4 FAQs About Temporary Containment Wall Systems

Abatement and Remediation Disaster Restoration Healthcare Construction Rental
June 18, 2023

Meet Aire Guardian Linda Armendariz

It’s important to find a knowledgeable partner who can be available when you need them - this is Linda Armendariz and her team at Abatement Technologies...

Abatement and Remediation Disaster Restoration
June 16, 2023

Managing IAQ in Commercial Building During Wildfire Season

The 2023 wildfire season is here and has already had a devastating impact across central Canada. As hazy and dangerous fumes make their way south across the US...

Disaster Restoration Healthcare Construction Patient Isolation
May 31, 2023

How to clean, decontaminate, and disassemble Abatement Technologies’ SHIELD WALL™

Our SHIELD WALL™ systems are designed for use in critical environments. In this blog, we’ll walk you through the basic steps of decontaminating SHIELD WALL™...

Healthcare Construction Patient Isolation
May 31, 2023

Meet Aire Guardian Sue Hoffmann

Our commitment to quality is a big part of what’s kept Sue so passionate about Abatement Technologies for nearly two decades. Learn more about Sue's career with Abatement...

Abatement and Remediation Disaster Restoration
February 2, 2023

The Tools for Asbestos Abatement

In this blog, we discuss the tools and risk of asbestos. Learn about experts and their techniques for asbestos removal and the differences between Type 2 and Type 3 Abatement...

Abatement and Remediation Disaster Restoration Healthcare Construction
January 19, 2023

The Basics of Respirator Fit Testing

In this blog, we break down when you should fit test respirators, the difference between qualitative and quantitative fit testing, as well as how to choose which test is right for...

Disaster Restoration
November 17, 2022

Winterization checklist: How to prepare your building for winter

While winter storms are outside your control, preparing for them is not. Here are some quick tips to prepare your building for winter...

Disaster Restoration
November 7, 2022

5 Years Later – How Abatement Technologies Aided Hurricane Maria

September is historically the time of year with the most likely conditions for the formation of hurricanes in the mid-Atlantic region. Read about how Abatement Technologies helps.....

Duct Cleaning Home Air Purification
November 3, 2022

IAQ Is Creating Big Opportunities for Service Contractors

Residential and commercial air duct cleaning is one of the most lucrative business opportunities in the booming indoor air quality field, with excellent annual growth rates...

Abatement and Remediation Disaster Restoration Healthcare Construction
September 1, 2022

The Top 4 Considerations When Evaluating Portable Air Scrubbers

When purchasing portable air scrubbers for use on restoration or mold remediation projects, there are many factors that should be considered in selecting the proper equipment....

Duct Cleaning Home Air Purification
August 23, 2022

The Best Ways to Enhance Whole-Home Air Purification

Clean purified air is desired more than ever, especially in our homes. Harmful particles and pathogens can pose a risk on our short and long term health...

Disaster Restoration Duct Cleaning Healthcare Construction Patient Isolation
August 11, 2022

The Secrets Of Negative Pressure Containment

Learn about equipment, products and chemicals to help fire and water restoration contractors and mold abatement contractors increase productivity and dry structures faster...

Disaster Restoration Healthcare Construction Patient Isolation
July 27, 2022

Critical Environment Protection

A Critical Environment is any area where something can be easily affected by external contamination. Learn more about the importance of negative pressure containment...

Disaster Restoration
July 27, 2022

Disaster Restoration Solutions

Learn about equipment, products and chemicals to help fire and water restoration contractors and mold abatement contractors increase productivity and dry structures faster...

Disaster Restoration Healthcare Construction
July 26, 2022

7 FAQ’s About Asbestos Abatement Equipment

The job of removing asbestos required contractors to enlist preventative measures to control dangerous dust particles and that's where we found our niche and specialty...

Disaster Restoration Healthcare Construction Patient Isolation
July 21, 2022

Reusable Modular Walls Are Becoming The New Standard

Standard practice for healthcare facilities in the United States and Canada is the requirement of a temporary dust barrier wall during renovation and maintenance operations...

Disaster Restoration Healthcare Construction Patient Isolation
June 28, 2022

Things To Consider Before Comparing Airflow Ratings

Things to consider before comparing airflow ratings. There is no standardized method that manufacturers use to rate the airflow of their air filtration devices. Different methods can...