tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-84726012729087711872024-03-05T10:28:09.769-08:00Guzi-WestGuzi-Westhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13400410666269455903noreply@blogger.comBlogger88125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8472601272908771187.post-75337498924929288522022-04-20T11:27:00.001-07:002022-04-20T11:27:00.157-07:00Guzi-West’s Operations and Maintenance Plan<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjlZdW8z5vmXyOA9d4KImPK9vzEj0YXAtf7Nn_0wgp0KfdJ8v5wNBdO_k7J92OnRulc5f-Abip0gRDu1HkdmYEEUNn0dUR6lLEUg95IDfP8XIecn3IL3pA7v1MAM492ZXM7w0nyo2iT6LPaHvQtQXB78j74w04OA47D0oM9Mu5a9zup29FVF4MvTKqwOw/s1280/startup-594090_1280.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="853" data-original-width="1280" height="376" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjlZdW8z5vmXyOA9d4KImPK9vzEj0YXAtf7Nn_0wgp0KfdJ8v5wNBdO_k7J92OnRulc5f-Abip0gRDu1HkdmYEEUNn0dUR6lLEUg95IDfP8XIecn3IL3pA7v1MAM492ZXM7w0nyo2iT6LPaHvQtQXB78j74w04OA47D0oM9Mu5a9zup29FVF4MvTKqwOw/w566-h376/startup-594090_1280.jpg" width="566" /></a></div><br /><p><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Has your building been inspected for
asbestos?</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: 115%; margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Do you have an Asbestos O&M Plan?</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: 115%; margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Guzi-West’s Operations and
Maintenance Plans focus on identifying the presence/absence of hazardous
materials, and specifying appropriate training, cleaning, work practices and
surveillance to ensure that any materials containing hazardous materials are
managed appropriately. Their program covers everything from notifying tenants
of the presence of asbestos to addressing worker practices and assuring that
all relevant employees have the proper level of certification. A well thought
out O&M program requires a good deal of attention to detail to set up and
constant focus to maintain but is ultimately the best possible strategy to
limit exposure and any attendant liability.</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: 115%; margin-bottom: 0in;"><b><span style="font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">Asbestos Operations and Maintenance
Plan Chico, California<o:p></o:p></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: 115%; margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">At Guzi-West we have the knowledge
and experience to develop asbestos operations and maintenance plans for all
businesses, no matter how large or small. Our certified field staff have the
necessary background in structural components to efficiently inspect and
address all potential sources of asbestos, lead-based paint, and other
potential contaminants. We remain focused on limiting your liability while
maintaining the best possible environment for cost-effective building
management.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: 115%; margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;"> </span></p>
<span style="font-family: "Calibri",sans-serif; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 107%; mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-ascii-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-bidi-language: AR-SA; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-bidi; mso-fareast-font-family: Calibri; mso-fareast-language: EN-US; mso-fareast-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-hansi-theme-font: minor-latin;">If you need further information or assistance,
please feel free to contact Guzi-West today, </span><span style="font-family: "Calibri",sans-serif; font-size: 11.0pt; line-height: 107%; mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-ascii-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-bidi-language: AR-SA; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-bidi; mso-fareast-font-family: Calibri; mso-fareast-language: EN-US; mso-fareast-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-hansi-theme-font: minor-latin;"><a href="https://www.guziwest.com/contact"><span style="font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 107%;">https://www.guziwest.com/contact</span></a></span><span style="font-family: "Calibri",sans-serif; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 107%; mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-ascii-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-bidi-language: AR-SA; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-bidi; mso-fareast-font-family: Calibri; mso-fareast-language: EN-US; mso-fareast-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-hansi-theme-font: minor-latin;">.</span>Guzi-Westhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13400410666269455903noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8472601272908771187.post-65223244165357582922022-04-10T10:29:00.006-07:002022-04-10T10:29:40.440-07:00What is an O&M Plan?<p><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiDVQaDQyvH4s8KeCa_rCXv7Xr6SYC5EKZEBKUDQFbyXLq0I5xgulsANZqKUM_pXe7B40dNVwSUPBal8K8rbk9zkZSF43AuSMaWD727-mWWBstTit288JmvXlOQJbJYZFt1WEFSPeKfSm3ZAPo2rO0YlVF-h4hiiI8Kw6UBRh8u2wPMjIqKqLgCJ-kcHQ/s1280/job-5382501_1280.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em; text-align: center;"><img border="0" data-original-height="771" data-original-width="1280" height="359" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiDVQaDQyvH4s8KeCa_rCXv7Xr6SYC5EKZEBKUDQFbyXLq0I5xgulsANZqKUM_pXe7B40dNVwSUPBal8K8rbk9zkZSF43AuSMaWD727-mWWBstTit288JmvXlOQJbJYZFt1WEFSPeKfSm3ZAPo2rO0YlVF-h4hiiI8Kw6UBRh8u2wPMjIqKqLgCJ-kcHQ/w596-h359/job-5382501_1280.jpg" width="596" /></a></p><p>Has your building been inspected for asbestos?</p><p>Do you have an Asbestos O&M Plan?</p><p>Asbestos and Lead-Based Paint operations and maintenance plans (O&M Plans) are often necessary for building owners’ management of a structure. They’re also sometimes required for financial transactions for the purchases of residential or commercial structures. When requested for financial transactions, the bank is typically referring to an O&M plan for asbestos and/or lead-based paint. What they mostly are concerned about is a situation in which if there has been a lack of O&M, and there is now an asbestos or lead-based paint hazard present in a structure they are about to finance.</p><p>For business owners, the goal is typically to identify whether if asbestos and/or lead-based paint are present. If either is found to be present, they must ensure that staff and occupants are aware of the hazards and are trained accordingly. Additionally, their maintenance plans need to address disposal of the substances. In either case, Guzi-West’s staff is knowledgeable and experienced in identifying and preparing O&M Plans that address financial transactions and/or limit building owner’s liabilities associated with the presence of asbestos, lead-based paint, or other hazardous materials.</p><p>Asbestos Operations and Maintenance Plan Chico, California</p><p>At Guzi-West we have the knowledge and experience to develop asbestos operations and maintenance plans for all businesses, no matter how large or small. Our certified field staff have the necessary background in structural components to efficiently inspect and address all potential sources of asbestos, lead-based paint, and other potential contaminants. We remain focused on limiting your liability while maintaining the best possible environment for cost-effective building management.</p><p>If you need further information or assistance, please feel free to contact Guzi-West today, <a href="https://www.guziwest.com/contact.">https://www.guziwest.com/contact.</a> </p><p> </p>Guzi-Westhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13400410666269455903noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8472601272908771187.post-8059254970738025442022-03-22T11:13:00.004-07:002022-03-22T11:13:00.160-07:00No Expiration Date on Asbestos<p> </p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEgRnrCnEESZ-RRsgZIC_XL2gwoTKWZskaWwg6Ni2Ru2QsIHgJ5MnMIbbd_qRFngWNQXYfcmt0z-vZGjyCFCDuf-NqlpaBqi-TnPMgxr8rACp7JdcHvvKbEnGUMNl7hqYCsxIDmVdX-DGN5JK-_IG6_LdDJRycLBcbykH-PlwtN65nGsmweExe4H3DrKVg=s1280" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="853" data-original-width="1280" height="329" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEgRnrCnEESZ-RRsgZIC_XL2gwoTKWZskaWwg6Ni2Ru2QsIHgJ5MnMIbbd_qRFngWNQXYfcmt0z-vZGjyCFCDuf-NqlpaBqi-TnPMgxr8rACp7JdcHvvKbEnGUMNl7hqYCsxIDmVdX-DGN5JK-_IG6_LdDJRycLBcbykH-PlwtN65nGsmweExe4H3DrKVg=w495-h329" width="495" /></a></div><p></p><p class="Body">Some believe in a myth that there is a <span dir="RTL"></span><span dir="RTL"></span><span dir="RTL" lang="AR-SA" style="font-family: "Arial Unicode MS",serif; mso-ansi-language: AR-SA; mso-ascii-font-family: Calibri; mso-hansi-font-family: Calibri;"><span dir="RTL"></span><span dir="RTL"></span>“</span>magic number” date
that limits a need for asbestos testing. For instance, many insurance adjusters
believe there is no need to perform testing on a building built after 1982.
Others say 1978. Both are wrong. Drywall joint compound, flooring mastic and
popcorn ceiling texture remain common sources of asbestos exposure to this day.
Unless you built the building yourself and reviewed each and every component of
the structure, there is no way to determine a building is asbestos-free without
performing testing. <o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="Body">So what should determine whether or not testing is performed? The
only metric that matters is what you intend to do. Asbestos is deadly when it
becomes airborne so any task that may cause building components to be crushed
or pulverized to dust should be a red flag. Demo of drywall, flooring, ceilings
or siding should all be preceded by certified testing. You may know for certain
that there is no asbestos in your flooring, but what about the glue holding it
down? You can be positive that your drywall is asbestos-free, but what about
the joint compound or the texture? <o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="Body">As in all things, it<span dir="RTL"></span><span dir="RTL"></span><span dir="RTL" lang="AR-SA" style="font-family: "Arial Unicode MS",serif; mso-ascii-font-family: Calibri; mso-hansi-font-family: Calibri;"><span dir="RTL"></span><span dir="RTL"></span>’</span>s
better to know. Asbestos Testing<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="Body"><span lang="DE" style="mso-ansi-language: DE;">Guzi-West</span><span dir="RTL"></span><span dir="RTL"></span><span dir="RTL" lang="AR-SA" style="font-family: "Arial Unicode MS",serif; mso-ascii-font-family: Calibri; mso-hansi-font-family: Calibri;"><span dir="RTL"></span><span dir="RTL"></span>’</span>s inspectors are
thoroughly educated on safety regulations. We perform <span lang="PT" style="mso-ansi-language: PT;">asbestos</span><span lang="PT"> </span><span lang="FR" style="mso-ansi-language: FR;">inspections</span> in accordance with
federal safety regulations, compliance monitoring, NESHAP, and AHERA. Our
services are provided throughout northern California in cities such as
Mckinleyville, Redding, and Eureka.<o:p></o:p></p>Guzi-Westhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13400410666269455903noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8472601272908771187.post-40435657323621445202022-03-08T11:09:00.001-08:002022-03-08T11:09:00.185-08:00History of Asbestos<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEgWfi8SOJYAu0cDug0MaV3NUAdxbmQbaWOX9w50G8ZRNNn34mAWxkuplGIq2psR1Anzcp4n_M_T1QPjfAtsKlI94g8U-zwLqTRSjONi2cALTk67sACRPrZ3M89SxinuAQ4Bat5YHq2WIaiLglf07lq-fz6bPkzR61Bt6jet7ScR4nphx4dSYs59XU-3Vw=s1280" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="854" data-original-width="1280" height="353" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEgWfi8SOJYAu0cDug0MaV3NUAdxbmQbaWOX9w50G8ZRNNn34mAWxkuplGIq2psR1Anzcp4n_M_T1QPjfAtsKlI94g8U-zwLqTRSjONi2cALTk67sACRPrZ3M89SxinuAQ4Bat5YHq2WIaiLglf07lq-fz6bPkzR61Bt6jet7ScR4nphx4dSYs59XU-3Vw=w527-h353" width="527" /></a></div><p>Before the health affects of asbestos were identified, asbestos
was used in almost every phase of construction, in every building. For almost a
century, asbestos could be commonly found in flooring, siding, roofing,
drywall. If it was a component of construction, it probably contained asbestos.</p><p class="Body"><o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="Body">Once the toxic aspects of asbestos were discovered, efforts were
made to roll back its usage. In the 80s the US government made efforts to ban
its use but they were unsuccessful. Many people are unaware that the ban was
short-lived, being repealed in 1991 in favor of curtailing any <span dir="RTL"></span><span dir="RTL"></span><span dir="RTL" lang="AR-SA" style="font-family: "Arial Unicode MS",serif; mso-ansi-language: AR-SA; mso-ascii-font-family: Calibri; mso-hansi-font-family: Calibri;"><span dir="RTL"></span><span dir="RTL"></span>“</span>new” uses of asbestos
but allowing previous uses. As a result, today there are approximately 3,000
construction products widely available in the United States that contain
dangerous levels of asbestos.<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="Body"><b>Asbestos Testing<o:p></o:p></b></p>
<p class="Body"><span lang="DE" style="mso-ansi-language: DE;">Guzi-West</span><span dir="RTL"></span><span dir="RTL"></span><span dir="RTL" lang="AR-SA" style="font-family: "Arial Unicode MS",serif; mso-ascii-font-family: Calibri; mso-hansi-font-family: Calibri;"><span dir="RTL"></span><span dir="RTL"></span>’</span>s inspectors are
thoroughly educated on safety regulations. We perform <span lang="PT" style="mso-ansi-language: PT;">asbestos</span><span lang="PT"> </span><span lang="FR" style="mso-ansi-language: FR;">inspections</span> in accordance with
federal safety regulations, compliance monitoring, NESHAP, and AHERA. Our
services are provided throughout northern California in cities such as
Mckinleyville, Redding, and Eureka.<o:p></o:p></p>Guzi-Westhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13400410666269455903noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8472601272908771187.post-16197338353727590832022-02-15T08:31:00.001-08:002022-02-15T08:31:00.198-08:00Air Quality in Your Kitchen<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEhhmvF_4wlkdN3vpfuGc1Vxdy0cUl4KibS2M_l5co1aY7DJ4extbAaCyOgDaD44l1jYGMeoWzC0Lax7FCjuqjaVxSEhiDl0XKaotE-usOLqMeqaiPAnRBEd-VJv5jvDu21jW8T1sxQs121Yx50du0xqgpJddpi9L5mZoEebZ3uECc46zPx8hi5eyedjNQ=s1280" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="850" data-original-width="1280" height="352" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEhhmvF_4wlkdN3vpfuGc1Vxdy0cUl4KibS2M_l5co1aY7DJ4extbAaCyOgDaD44l1jYGMeoWzC0Lax7FCjuqjaVxSEhiDl0XKaotE-usOLqMeqaiPAnRBEd-VJv5jvDu21jW8T1sxQs121Yx50du0xqgpJddpi9L5mZoEebZ3uECc46zPx8hi5eyedjNQ=w529-h352" width="529" /></a></div><br /><p>Guzi-West likes to review and refer to unbiased, third-party sources as much as possible. One</p><p>resource that we recently ran across regarding indoor air quality is the EPA’s interactive home</p><p>tour of typical indoor air contaminants by room. The interactive map can be found <a href="https://www.epa.gov/indoor-air-quality-iaq/interactive-tour-indoor-air-quality-demo-house">here</a> and an</p><p>excerpt of the information on kitchens is presented below.</p><p><br /></p><p><b>Kitchen</b></p><p>A kitchen has appliances that may leak gases, and often contain chemicals for</p><p>cleaning or removing pests. It is important to properly maintain and ventilate</p><p>appliances, and safely store chemicals.</p><p><br /></p><p><b>Pesticides</b></p><p>Pesticides used to rid homes of rodents, termites, insects, and other pests, can</p><p>irritate the eyes, nose, and throat; damage the central nervous system and</p><p>kidneys; and increase the risk of cancer. Don’t leave food out, and if you must</p><p>use pesticides, ventilate during and after use and follow directions to limit</p><p>exposure. Use non-chemical methods of pest control when possible.</p><p>Learn more about <a href="https://www.epa.gov/indoor-air-quality-iaq/pesticides-impact-indoor-air-quality">Pesticides.</a></p><p><br /></p><p><b>Volatile Organic Compounds (VOCs)</b></p><p>Common household cleaners, often placed under the kitchen sink, release</p><p>Volatile Organic Compounds (VOCs), when used and stored. Store household</p><p>products that contain chemicals according to manufacturers’ instructions and</p><p>keep all products away from children. Consider purchasing cleaners without</p><p>VOCs.</p><p><a href="https://www.epa.gov/indoor-air-quality-iaq/volatile-organic-compounds-impact-indoor-air-quality">Learn more about VOCs.</a></p><p><br /></p><p><b>Carbon Monoxide</b></p><p>To help prevent carbon monoxide exposure, make sure appliances such as gas stoves vent outside</p><p> whenever possible and that all appliances are properly installed, used and maintained. </p><p>Learn more about <a href="https://www.epa.gov/indoor-air-quality-iaq/carbon-monoxides-impact-indoor-air-quality">Carbon Monoxide.</a></p><p><br /></p><p><b>Worried About Indoor Air Quality in Your California Home?</b></p><p>At Guzi-West, we perform professional testing for indoor air quality in Arcata, McKinleyville,</p><p>Eureka, Chico, Redding and surrounding areas. For information about our other services like</p><p>asbestos, lead-based paint, methamphetamine, allergen, and other inspection and consulting</p><p>services, check out our website. Contact us today to schedule a professional testing service for</p><p>your home or business. (888) 351-8189. </p>Guzi-Westhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13400410666269455903noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8472601272908771187.post-37473178638872815002022-02-08T08:27:00.001-08:002022-02-08T08:31:07.557-08:00Air Quality in Your Home<p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEhkm_HeTsT_o3DtOG5g323HF7sOY4mKVCJpdRiKDg1sZNYdhE4u1XiQ1hn6pnrT_1VO87xpPsqyBQRbK3UU9jPIHWwke5YcN4t_OAhd6ae0e1Rby4sd2h4aRvfkQVQw46DxWFT50yRwef0hquxvn--Oy_MmeC_XdTEnmt1TNeKqoLYdpqSCFBhdIbio6g=s1280" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="960" data-original-width="1280" height="390" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEhkm_HeTsT_o3DtOG5g323HF7sOY4mKVCJpdRiKDg1sZNYdhE4u1XiQ1hn6pnrT_1VO87xpPsqyBQRbK3UU9jPIHWwke5YcN4t_OAhd6ae0e1Rby4sd2h4aRvfkQVQw46DxWFT50yRwef0hquxvn--Oy_MmeC_XdTEnmt1TNeKqoLYdpqSCFBhdIbio6g=w520-h390" width="520" /></a></div><br /> <p></p><p>Do you have unexplained <b>allergies</b>?</p><p><br /></p><p>Has your home been inspected for <b>contaminants</b>?</p><p><br /></p><p>Indoor Air Quality can be a big issue with asbestos, mold, smoke, allergens and many other</p><p>contaminants being a concern for homeowners, property managers, and building occupants.</p><p>Identifying whether a structure has indoor air quality issues is a challenge, especially if a</p><p>contaminant is naturally occurring in your home and the surrounding environment.</p><p><br /></p><p>Many indoor contaminants like mold don’t have established permissible exposure levels and</p><p>likely never will; it’s difficult to establish acceptable levels because an individual’s reaction to a</p><p>contaminant can vary greatly based upon their sensitivity. We see many examples of one</p><p>person being extremely sensitive to one contaminant, while a second person is completely</p><p>unaffected when exposed to the same contaminant at the same concentration. Scheduling an</p><p>inspection on your home is the best way to combat these contaminants.</p><p><br /></p><p><b>Worried About Indoor Air Quality in Your California Home?</b></p><p>At Guzi-West, we perform professional testing for indoor air quality in Arcata, McKinleyville,</p><p>Eureka, Chico, Redding and surrounding areas. For information about our other services like</p><p>asbestos, lead-based paint, methamphetamine, allergen, and other inspection and consulting</p><p>services, check out our website. Contact us today to schedule a professional testing service for</p><p>your home or business. (888) 351-8189.</p>Guzi-Westhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13400410666269455903noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8472601272908771187.post-6364168330499463962022-01-26T10:25:00.003-08:002022-01-26T10:25:57.470-08:00Danger Signs to Watch Out for When Hiring a Mold Testing Company<p><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="-webkit-text-stroke-color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">If you have complaints of must odors, sick building occupants, or believe you may have mold within wall cavities or other “hidden” sources then you may want to hire a mold investigation company.</span><span class="Apple-converted-space" style="-webkit-text-stroke-color: rgb(0, 0, 0);"> </span><span style="-webkit-text-stroke-color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">In selecting a testing company, it’s a good idea to thoroughly vet them. Go online and check their BBB rating and online reviews. Confirm that they are certified and that their certifications are in good standing. Ask for references. In particular, look for these danger signs when looking to hire a mold abatement company or a testing company:</span></span></p><p class="p1" style="-webkit-text-stroke-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-stretch: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><i>Does the testing company also do mold remediation?</i> Companies that both test for and clean up mold have a vested interest in every test coming back positive so they can sell you on their remediation services. When the remediation is done, of course they will test their own work as passing clearance regardless of the job done. <span class="s1" style="font-stretch: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; line-height: normal;">“</span>All-in-one” companies should be avoided or at minimum carefully vetted.<span class="Apple-converted-space"> </span></span></p><p class="p2" style="-webkit-text-stroke-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-stretch: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; min-height: 13px;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><br /></span></p><p class="p1" style="-webkit-text-stroke-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-stretch: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEixpmZBnn8_RS7MN_CLjyDmDKaCEPpDWbmRoc74T4j-HxrXTJFDiKz4JbLepG-Ikq5hDyyvO3QrTv_f_tND8sykzp8-LVNwPiAw8n0Ice97e9CHsuIeZUL7Diowo-NmQ71Iv5RES0cBVErr/" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img alt="Mold testing Arcata California" data-original-height="5120" data-original-width="7680" height="213" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEixpmZBnn8_RS7MN_CLjyDmDKaCEPpDWbmRoc74T4j-HxrXTJFDiKz4JbLepG-Ikq5hDyyvO3QrTv_f_tND8sykzp8-LVNwPiAw8n0Ice97e9CHsuIeZUL7Diowo-NmQ71Iv5RES0cBVErr/w320-h213/pexels-andrea-piacquadio-3755514.jpg" title="Mold testing Arcata California" width="320" /></a></div><span style="font-family: inherit;"><i>Does the testing company speak jargon?</i> Never deal with someone who cannot speak plainly. If a testing company is giving you the impression that they are trying to confuse you with gibberish, they probably are. There are a lot of scientific and technical terms involved, but would you trust a mechanic who can only call it a <span class="s1" style="font-stretch: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; line-height: normal;">“</span>wheeled internal combustion conveyance” instead of just saying <span class="s1" style="font-stretch: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; line-height: normal;">“</span>car”?</span><p></p><p class="p2" style="-webkit-text-stroke-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-stretch: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; min-height: 13px;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><br /></span></p><p class="p1" style="-webkit-text-stroke-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-stretch: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><i>Is the testing company willing to discuss their methods with you?</i> A testing company should be able to discuss the process with you in detail and answer any questions you may have. There aren<span class="s1" style="font-stretch: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; line-height: normal;">’</span>t any trade secrets to keep from you and you should know exactly what you are paying for. The only reason to keep you ignorant is to take advantage of that ignorance. To that end, do a little online research so if their answers make no sense, you<span class="s1" style="font-stretch: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; line-height: normal;">'</span>ll be aware.</span></p><p class="p2" style="-webkit-text-stroke-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-stretch: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; min-height: 13px;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><br /></span></p><p class="p1" style="-webkit-text-stroke-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-stretch: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Dealing with mold properly requires a little homework, but your property is a major investment and worth the time and trouble. If you follow these simple rules, you’ll have no trouble finding a testing company that will give you accurate information, and that’s a big step in the right direction.<span class="Apple-converted-space"> </span></span></p><p class="p2" style="-webkit-text-stroke-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-stretch: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; min-height: 13px;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><br /></span></p><h2 style="-webkit-text-stroke-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-stretch: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; text-align: left;"><b><span style="font-family: inherit;">Mold Testing<br /></span></b></h2><p class="p1" style="-webkit-text-stroke-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-stretch: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;">Guzi-West provides <a href="https://www.guziwest.com/learn/more/choosing-the-right-mold-testing-company">mold inspection and consulting services</a> across northern California. If you<span class="s1" style="font-stretch: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; line-height: normal;">’</span>re worried that mold may be growing in your house or business, <a href="https://www.guziwest.com/contact">give us a call</a>! We<span class="s1" style="font-stretch: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; line-height: normal;">’</span>ll answer any questions you have and we<span class="s1" style="font-stretch: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; line-height: normal;">’</span>ll provide an accurate mold inspection to determine what kind of mold you<span class="s1" style="font-stretch: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; line-height: normal;">’</span>re dealing with if you choose to hire us.</p>Guzi-Westhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13400410666269455903noreply@blogger.com0Arcata, CA, USA40.8665166 -124.082839612.556282763821152 -159.2390896 69.17675043617885 -88.9265896tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8472601272908771187.post-47129466210537230692022-01-18T13:01:00.003-08:002022-01-24T12:16:01.656-08:00All Things Mold<p><span style="font-family: inherit;"></span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEjaga8mf3emRjDw2y8VmIt4sbKVE4W-2LAVQ4Ts__gdehcbkzC1D910KrPlTdPDNLNx8ZGHu4qqgzEypVEjxWysslFltmdfs4em_W0poUJXjYPID8DBWu84thCqvwwmF3IyNykocjMvWpnRmlqAECmRt8_XDY-12T1kWWaPrTHn_hRElSAcu3GoVPzPtw=s1000" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img alt="Mold testing Arcata California" border="0" data-original-height="667" data-original-width="1000" height="213" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEjaga8mf3emRjDw2y8VmIt4sbKVE4W-2LAVQ4Ts__gdehcbkzC1D910KrPlTdPDNLNx8ZGHu4qqgzEypVEjxWysslFltmdfs4em_W0poUJXjYPID8DBWu84thCqvwwmF3IyNykocjMvWpnRmlqAECmRt8_XDY-12T1kWWaPrTHn_hRElSAcu3GoVPzPtw=w320-h213" title="Mold testing Arcata California" width="320" /></a></span></div><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span class="s1" style="-webkit-text-stroke-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-stretch: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; line-height: normal;">“</span></span><span style="font-family: inherit;">Mold” is a word that strikes fear into the hearts of most property owners. The mere thought that your home or business could contain mold growth conjures images of armies of technicians, interminable repair schedules and mountains of cash to cover the whole thing. Worse yet, as public awareness of mold issues has increased, so has the number of unscrupulous scammers in the mold industry. It can be a tricky situation but with some education, patience and common sense, property owners can avoid the pitfalls and come through the process with a sense of confidence. It all starts with making informed decisions about whether mold growth is truly a problem in your home or business.</span><span class="Apple-converted-space" style="-webkit-text-stroke-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-family: inherit;"> </span><p></p><p></p><p class="p1" style="-webkit-text-stroke-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-stretch: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Over a hundred thousand different types of mold have been identified by science. Only a very few are truly <span class="s1" style="font-stretch: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; line-height: normal;">“</span>toxic” and a threat to health, but many varieties can cause allergic reactions in sensitive people. Up to 25% of the population are reportedly allergic to mold. They will experience symptoms ranging from sniffles and sore throats to blinding headaches. Even if the specific variety of mold is not overtly dangerous, a significant number of people will have health issues caused by the building<span class="s1" style="font-stretch: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; line-height: normal;">’</span>s environment. In our opinion, if you see visible mold and can definitively identify the source of water which led to mold growth, a mold investigation isn<span class="s1" style="font-stretch: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; line-height: normal;">’</span>t truly necessary. You can move directly to mitigation. The EPA states that most homeowners can handle mold cleanups if the area is less than 10 square feet, while a professional mold abatement company should be utilized if there’s lots of water damage and the area of mold growth is greater than 10 square feet.</span></p><p class="p2" style="-webkit-text-stroke-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-stretch: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; min-height: 13px;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><br /></span></p><p class="p1" style="-webkit-text-stroke-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-stretch: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><b><span style="font-family: inherit;">Mold Testing</span></b></p><p class="p1" style="-webkit-text-stroke-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-stretch: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Guzi-West provides <a href="https://www.guziwest.com/learn/more/choosing-the-right-mold-testing-company">mold inspection and consulting services</a> across northern California. If you<span class="s1" style="font-stretch: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; line-height: normal;">’</span>re worried that mold may be growing in your house or business, <a href="https://www.guziwest.com/contact">give us a call</a>! We<span class="s1" style="font-stretch: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; line-height: normal;">’</span>ll answer any questions you have and we<span class="s1" style="font-stretch: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; line-height: normal;">’</span>ll provide an accurate mold inspection to determine what kind of mold you<span class="s1" style="font-stretch: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; line-height: normal;">’</span>re dealing with if you choose to hire us.</span></p>Guzi-Westhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13400410666269455903noreply@blogger.com0Arcata, CA, USA40.8665166 -124.082839612.556282763821152 -159.2390896 69.17675043617885 -88.9265896tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8472601272908771187.post-38839256285270715182021-12-29T16:41:00.005-08:002021-12-29T16:41:00.154-08:00Opting-In Late for the Fawn Fire Clean Up<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEhVJAH7EE27HmNNnyffAgIxBFrInoEhgYiLOesYOTo_y8FhSrQNp6CPnqPaxRy8jxwmBM6VvEGBh5ItJDtfLJG4j7lCg8FAbcQKLvWzTLCZpOW401MtXH-I3MztVUE9NRlaIjdefBKhPzwK0JpyhoaPmEgGefs3Y_DBQpK84MlsBVikon_jxGTzcU9moQ=s1280" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="721" data-original-width="1280" height="292" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEhVJAH7EE27HmNNnyffAgIxBFrInoEhgYiLOesYOTo_y8FhSrQNp6CPnqPaxRy8jxwmBM6VvEGBh5ItJDtfLJG4j7lCg8FAbcQKLvWzTLCZpOW401MtXH-I3MztVUE9NRlaIjdefBKhPzwK0JpyhoaPmEgGefs3Y_DBQpK84MlsBVikon_jxGTzcU9moQ=w519-h292" width="519" /></a></div><br /><p>If you started asbestos testing with our office but then the federal option becomes available, you could still opt-in and you’d only potentially be out the funds required for our services to date – we say ‘potentially’ because if you have insurance coverage for debris removal, then our services would be covered under that and the State or Federal program will only utilize the amount of funds remaining/available for debris removal. </p><p>If you have no insurance or are paying out of pocket, then you would be out the funds if you paid for our services only to opt-in later if the funding became available. The State or Federal program would do the same work our office completed but they utilize their own contractors – and we know from experience that they’ll not reduce costs or even accept the survey work completed by anyone else. This option is probably the best one for people who are anxious to get the process started but want to wait as long as possible to see if the funding becomes available. If the funding doesn’t become available, then you’ll already know whether asbestos is present, all your paperwork will be in place, and you can simply move forward with the excavation contractor of your choice as soon as you elect to do so. If you’re not in a hurry to complete the process, or don’t have insurance coverage, then we still recommend you wait.</p><p><b>Option 1, Government Cleanup:</b> Let’s assume that the government funded option becomes available and you’ll have the choice to ‘opt-in’ to participate or ‘opt-out’ and use your own insurance to clean up the ash and debris and perform required testing. We put together a flowchart, found here, to show how this process works regardless of which option you choose. If you sign a right of entry (ROE) form authorizing access and the cleanup of your property, the government and their subcontractors do the work, and you eventually get cleared to re-build. </p><p><b>Option 2, Private Cleanup: </b>This is your chosen option or the only option that ends up being available. Shasta County is aware this is a tremendous burden on homeowners who are already struggling, so they’re doing what they can to lessen the burden. There are no fees for the associated permitting required for cleanup, it appears no waste profiling of the waste debris will be required for disposal beyond completion of an asbestos survey, no soil sampling is required at completion of the cleanup, and there is a $2,000 disposal voucher for West Central Landfill which will be given to homeowners who had 50% or greater damage to a residential structure. The process is essentially to have an asbestos survey done on the structures lost in the wildfire, submit a demolition permit application to Shasta County – and a National Emissions Standard for Hazardous Air Pollutants (NESHAP) notification in some instances – obtain your $2,000 disposal voucher to West Central Landfill, dispose of all ash, debris and any contaminated soil, and retain any disposal documentation. You should then be cleared to pursue a building permit. </p>Guzi-Westhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13400410666269455903noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8472601272908771187.post-82061107313230872112021-12-15T16:32:00.007-08:002021-12-27T07:26:40.674-08:00Availability of Federal or State Funding for the Fawn Fire Clean Up<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEjchab3woSlavwo03eDmrTFqQ2v2EjVuN95XaIrxBmjLw3CWYXVLU0tWx6NuOVIezbddlHEIUXH-zQl21luMkOSZFdovl46T7sbM75sEKcAWCSKSTEb6NRxz4HlcQcW_l8N6iyl75Iq98mQqUtja9fZoQznrYjigqNieBmm44WRPytc2Mfbm0ftxGUE6g=s1280" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="853" data-original-width="1280" height="379" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEjchab3woSlavwo03eDmrTFqQ2v2EjVuN95XaIrxBmjLw3CWYXVLU0tWx6NuOVIezbddlHEIUXH-zQl21luMkOSZFdovl46T7sbM75sEKcAWCSKSTEb6NRxz4HlcQcW_l8N6iyl75Iq98mQqUtja9fZoQznrYjigqNieBmm44WRPytc2Mfbm0ftxGUE6g=w570-h379" width="570" /></a></div><p><b>UPDATE:</b> As of 12/14, Federal/State money is now available for homeowners affected by the Fawn Fire. Learn more at the link below!</p><p><b><a href="https://www.guziwest.com/contentblockfile/download/135">Federal/State Money Available for Fawn Fire Cleanup</a></b></p><p>It’s still not clear if state or federal money will be available for homeowners who lost homes in the Fawn Fire. We still believe there’s a decent chance funding will become available because there are rumors of a federal contract coming for the work. We haven’t seen that in writing, although we’re working on federal contracts currently on other fires across the state. We’ve advised many of you to wait if you don’t have insurance coverage at all or if your insurance coverage is low. </p><p>Here’s what you can do if you want to get the process started: spend as little money as possible, and participate in the state or federally funded option if it becomes available:</p><p>Prior to hauling away ash and debris to a local landfill, the County requires property owners to have an asbestos survey done on the structures lost in the wildfire, submit a demolition permit application to Shasta County – and a National Emissions Standard for Hazardous Air Pollutants (NESHAP) notification in some instances – you can then obtain your $2,000 disposal voucher to West Central Landfill for disposal, and ultimately dispose of all ash, debris and any contaminated soil from your property. </p><p>This is work our firm does. It costs roughly $2,000 to complete the asbestos surveys, prepare the applications and notifications, map the property and prepare a total package for submittal. The work can be done at any time and it takes roughly 10 days for our office to schedule and complete the work. Homeowners have the option of moving forward with this work, paying for services, and then ideally by the end of December a final decision will have been issued on state or federally funded options you can choose from.</p>Guzi-Westhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13400410666269455903noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8472601272908771187.post-151353266324144502021-11-30T09:47:00.001-08:002021-11-30T09:47:00.156-08:00Will There Be State/Federal Funding for the Fawn Fire Cleanup?<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhGGK6CJ_E2P7r5uQYUc-K7SA3kiwonL4CHyQQXet4PM1a4lrQzT94IcsCkY5pIETixCl3OHyC36q_xL1kcOiBwc2KnBhpUTKkq_Jxgc1mnRlx-hmJ9rl1vzpfnpETjWcluTMuwrmGatNN3/s1280/forest-fire-3836834_1280.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="548" data-original-width="1280" height="259" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhGGK6CJ_E2P7r5uQYUc-K7SA3kiwonL4CHyQQXet4PM1a4lrQzT94IcsCkY5pIETixCl3OHyC36q_xL1kcOiBwc2KnBhpUTKkq_Jxgc1mnRlx-hmJ9rl1vzpfnpETjWcluTMuwrmGatNN3/w606-h259/forest-fire-3836834_1280.jpg" width="606" /></a></div><p><br /></p><p>As of 10-28-21, it’s not clear if there will be a state/federal funded clean-up option made available for the Fawn Fire. We believe there’s still a good chance one will become available if you’ve lost your home. If you already know your insurance coverage is poor – or you don’t have insurance coverage at all – then you 100% should hold tight and wait to see if the government-funded option becomes available. We know that’s easier said than done when you just want to get your life back to normal but waiting could save you tens of thousands of dollars. Assuming the government option does become available, then the debris removal, associated testing and more will be completed at no out-of-pocket cost to you. We have lots of information and articles on how you can maximize your insurance coverage for debris removal, the pros and cons of opting in vs. opting out, and more that can be found on our general wildfire information page <a href="https://www.guziwest.com/fire/information/2021">here</a>.</p><p>Learn more <a href="https://www.guziwest.com/learn/more/fawn-fire-cleanup-what-are-my-options">here</a>!</p><p>We have offices and personnel in the areas of Arcata, McKinleyville, Eureka, Chico, and Redding, California that can help you with fire debris <a href="https://www.guziwest.com/learn/more/fire-debris-characterization-and-sampling-california">characterization and debris removal</a>. </p><p>Redding: (888) 351-8189</p><p>Arcata/Eureka (North Coast): (707) 388-3008</p><div><br /></div>Guzi-Westhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13400410666269455903noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8472601272908771187.post-55375769476164729182021-11-08T05:15:00.000-08:002021-11-08T05:15:26.006-08:00Fawn Fire Cleanup – What are My Options?<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjo6QS04B5HZjYHPq92n2abPdfaaQWDxcdj5O8dyLEwLlXoPv0NIZizOeFH-QK83eAXgrpSzLR_-C9n-EQm9-nj-iyrv5WizX_44DNbk3g8ffYLUSpvhVAv_uaPmwrEGL6H8bjfbMPkahLQ/s1280/question-mark-2492009_1280.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="640" data-original-width="1280" height="281" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjo6QS04B5HZjYHPq92n2abPdfaaQWDxcdj5O8dyLEwLlXoPv0NIZizOeFH-QK83eAXgrpSzLR_-C9n-EQm9-nj-iyrv5WizX_44DNbk3g8ffYLUSpvhVAv_uaPmwrEGL6H8bjfbMPkahLQ/w561-h281/question-mark-2492009_1280.jpg" width="561" /></a></div><br /><p>Starting the fire debris cleanup process?</p><p>You have one of two options:</p><p><b>Option 1, Government Cleanup:</b> Let’s assume that the government funded option becomes available and you’ll have the choice to ‘opt-in’ to participate or ‘opt-out’ and use your own insurance to clean up the ash and debris and perform required testing. We put together a flowchart, found <a href="https://www.guziwest.com/img/wildfire-debris-removal-flowchart.pdf">here</a>, to show how this process works regardless of which option you choose. If you sign a right of entry (ROE) form authorizing access and the cleanup of your property, the government and their subcontractors do this work, and you eventually get a clear to re-build. </p><p><b>Option 2, Private Cleanup:</b> is your chosen option or the only option that ends up being available. Shasta County is aware this is a tremendous burden on homeowners who are already struggling, so they’re doing what they can to lessen the burden. There are no fees for the associated permitting required for cleanup, it appears no waste profiling of the waste debris will be required for disposal beyond completion of an asbestos survey, no soil sampling is required at completion of the cleanup, and there is a $2,000 disposal voucher for West Central Landfill which will be given to homeowners who had 50% or greater damage to a residential structure. The process is essentially to have an asbestos survey done on the structures lost in the wildfire, submit a demolition permit application to Shasta County – and a National Emissions Standard for Hazardous Air Pollutants (NESHAP) notification in some instances – obtain your $2,000 disposal voucher to West Central Landfill, dispose of all ash, debris and any contaminated soil, and retain any keep disposal documentation. You should then be cleared to then pursue a building permit. </p><p>Learn more <a href="https://www.guziwest.com/learn/more/fawn-fire-cleanup-what-are-my-options">here</a>!</p><p>We have offices and personnel in the areas of Arcata, McKinleyville, Eureka, Chico, and Redding, California that can help you with <a href="https://www.guziwest.com/learn/more/fire-debris-characterization-and-sampling-california">fire debris characterization and debris removal. </a></p><p>Redding: (888) 351-8189</p><p>Arcata/Eureka (North Coast): (707) 388-3008</p><p> </p>Guzi-Westhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13400410666269455903noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8472601272908771187.post-28296099790364696392021-10-29T08:02:00.004-07:002021-10-29T08:02:00.209-07:00SHOULD I WAIT TO DO MY FIRE CLEANUP? <p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhg4roaMkMT6DqmigWqtHY85dPMPQGpCpAd4ewBOGzu7ei0ME3vbOxANjXD9itdthjt38TnKluFAr8_SYQ8Gx7H3skUV1Ghyye9fv8XNjgcq6S3byiHkDbpwouDzoZl0P5lE_uWRkKU6Snm/s1280/wildfire-4755030_1280.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="853" data-original-width="1280" height="366" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhg4roaMkMT6DqmigWqtHY85dPMPQGpCpAd4ewBOGzu7ei0ME3vbOxANjXD9itdthjt38TnKluFAr8_SYQ8Gx7H3skUV1Ghyye9fv8XNjgcq6S3byiHkDbpwouDzoZl0P5lE_uWRkKU6Snm/w549-h366/wildfire-4755030_1280.jpg" width="549" /></a></div><span style="font-family: inherit;"><p><span style="font-family: inherit;"><br /></span></p>Fire debris cleanup is a heart-wrenching process. If you’re in a hurry and just want to get the process over with, we get it! Many will go this route. However, if insurance coverage or money is an issue, then you could benefit by ‘opting-in’ to the federal cleanup program where all testing, removal, disposal and reporting is completed under the state program either at no charge to you (if you don’t have fire insurance) or for whatever coverage your insurance policy has for debris removal (i.e. the state will bill your insurance directly but will not collect amounts beyond your coverage limits). </span><p></p><p><span style="font-family: inherit;">If you are ready to move forward with debris removal cleanup and you lost your home in the Dixie, McFarland, Monument, Fawn or Beckwourth fires then you’ll have an option for participating in the state/federal run program or opting-out and handling the waste yourself. A landfill waiver was issued for landfills to accept waste from those fires without performing waste profiling first. Identifying the presence or absence of asbestos in the fire debris is still required however. The opt-in/opt-out process typically becomes a heavily debated topic in a local community; we’ve written a guide for property owners affected by previous fires and you can <a href="https://www.guziwest.com/learn/more/opting-in-opting-out-fire-cleanup-california">review that guide</a>. </span></p><p><span style="font-family: inherit;"> </span></p>Guzi-Westhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13400410666269455903noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8472601272908771187.post-21850993768657141062021-10-15T07:58:00.001-07:002021-10-15T07:58:00.201-07:00 WHERE DO I TAKE MY FIRE DEBRIS WASTE?<p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj4nzZunZRyz6ZvztfHX2ALzUNOtZzIty665GOU8SM_UVTOpQgmPHyQT7TZN0Pq26vfcWg4YqZS775a_23Rm2ZCp1WUU7f_mkvEquYNgKWkfBFcrvdAmPLCIwWjWUCaCAMyuhZUUOjFgs6F/s1280/forest-fire-432870_1280.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="835" data-original-width="1280" height="381" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj4nzZunZRyz6ZvztfHX2ALzUNOtZzIty665GOU8SM_UVTOpQgmPHyQT7TZN0Pq26vfcWg4YqZS775a_23Rm2ZCp1WUU7f_mkvEquYNgKWkfBFcrvdAmPLCIwWjWUCaCAMyuhZUUOjFgs6F/w584-h381/forest-fire-432870_1280.jpg" width="584" /></a></div><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif;"><p><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif;"><br /></span></p>Where should I take my fire debris waste? That’s the question many homeowners and building owners have been
asking lately. Despite all the chaos and destruction the fires are
causing throughout the State of California, we’re actually fairly ‘early’ in
the cleanup process for most fires. If you’re already at a point where
you’re ready to clean up your property and are trying to figure out where to
take the debris, then you’ve probably found out that’s not a simple question. We’ll give you the short answer first, then explain the long answer, then which
could be best for you.</span><p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif;">The short answer is you that need to determine where the closest
landfill is located, then you need to contact that landfill to see what the
waste profiling requirements are for that landfill. Each landfill has
their own unique process for profiling waste, and while there are some
standards across the state for what’s classified as “hazardous waste” there is
some wiggle room landfills have to accept fire debris from natural disasters.
The fastest way your waste gets profiled is to find a consulting outfit that’s
experienced and knowledgeable about the process; that outfit will need to
survey the fire debris on your property and sample any materials that may contain
asbestos. </span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif;">During the same site visit, they’ll also collect a sample of the
waste stream – most frequently this is a composite sample of a cross section of
your waste stream (i.e. you’re attempting to get a sample that’s is
representative of all the fire debris from your property). That waste
stream sample is sent to a CA-certified laboratory for analysis of whatever
your local landfill requires for waste profiling (typically at minimum, this
includes metals, PCBs, and pH). Once you get the results back, you’ll prepare a
waste profile report and submit that report to the landfill for a decision on
whether their facility can accept your waste.</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif;">We’ve prepared a guide for previous fires that can be reviewed
here on making this <a href=" https://www.guziwest.com/learn/more/opting-in-opting-out-fire-cleanup-california">decision</a>.</span></p>Guzi-Westhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13400410666269455903noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8472601272908771187.post-9768100268546714312021-09-20T11:50:00.014-07:002021-09-20T11:50:00.225-07:00What does it mean if they declare a federal disaster?<p><span style="font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 12px;"></span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 12px;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjy538KYJ_hv3XKrHqj6SXUBgSMIl2mF8bbWLMi_oL7DP3Rv8OQ4S94pNgXjHUAglaQ14WpAzNc6HHJOQtYECSe8KWIXLlAWgnVCDRHUQ4B3ELPP19F5X63PDDfSAdN5MmcrZnp7x8nBJMR/s500/fire+debris+characterization.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="fire debris characterization" border="0" data-original-height="333" data-original-width="500" height="266" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjy538KYJ_hv3XKrHqj6SXUBgSMIl2mF8bbWLMi_oL7DP3Rv8OQ4S94pNgXjHUAglaQ14WpAzNc6HHJOQtYECSe8KWIXLlAWgnVCDRHUQ4B3ELPP19F5X63PDDfSAdN5MmcrZnp7x8nBJMR/w400-h266/fire+debris+characterization.jpg" title="fire debris characterization" width="400" /></a></span></div><span style="font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 12px;"><br />If you’re in a hurry and just want to get the process over with, we get it! Many will go this route.</span><span style="font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 12px;"> </span><span style="font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 12px;">However, if insurance coverage or money is an issue, then you could benefit by waiting to see if the fire that destroyed your property will be declared a federal disaster.</span><span style="font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 12px;"> </span><span style="font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 12px;">We anticipate the larger fires currently burning (i.e. Caldor Fire, Dixie Fire) will be declared federal disasters – which will likely trigger California to issue an emergency waiver for landfills, which will ultimately accept fire debris and waste from a forest fire.</span><span style="font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 12px;"> </span><span style="font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 12px;">This has already happened for the Dixie Fire and closest landfills to that fire (check with your local landfills or contact our office and we’ll help point you in the right direction)!</span><p></p><p><span style="font-family: Helvetica;"><span style="font-size: 12px;">Learn more <b><a href="https://www.guziwest.com/learn/more/fire-debris-characterization-and-sampling-california">here</a></b>!</span></span></p>
<p style="font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 12px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;">We have offices and personnel in the areas of Arcata, McKinleyville, Eureka, Chico, and Redding, California that can help you with <a href="https://www.guziwest.com/learn/more/fire-debris-characterization-and-sampling-california"><b>fire debris characterization</b></a> and debris removal. </p>
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<p style="font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 12px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;">Redding: (888) 351-8189</p>
<p style="font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 12px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;">Arcata/Eureka (North Coast): (707) 388-3008</p>Guzi-Westhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13400410666269455903noreply@blogger.com0Redding, CA, USA40.5865396 -122.391675412.276305763821156 -157.5479254 68.896773436178847 -87.2354254tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8472601272908771187.post-55936718811572486782021-09-08T11:50:00.009-07:002021-09-08T11:57:20.371-07:00Where Do I take My Fire Debris Waste?<p><span style="font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 12px;"></span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 12px;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi69CcV_H952gpr9wjqxwhz2FfwhI3_Zpfu1q5r6oLyrwkm2DWn-0HJoBaROVWirjKlwZ35q_iCjjYvaRn3GGhqyRZNXvvPmCT7SxJ9QXve0QEtFR_UoqRHbbqROw_k2Nr0VJiN83C2j-Pb/s500/fire+debris+characterization+1.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="fire debris characterization" border="0" data-original-height="375" data-original-width="500" height="300" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi69CcV_H952gpr9wjqxwhz2FfwhI3_Zpfu1q5r6oLyrwkm2DWn-0HJoBaROVWirjKlwZ35q_iCjjYvaRn3GGhqyRZNXvvPmCT7SxJ9QXve0QEtFR_UoqRHbbqROw_k2Nr0VJiN83C2j-Pb/w400-h300/fire+debris+characterization+1.jpg" title="fire debris characterization" width="400" /></a></span></div><span style="font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 12px;"><br />You need to determine where the closest landfill is located, then you need to contact that landfill to see what the waste profiling requirements are for that landfill.</span><span style="font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 12px;"> </span><span style="font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 12px;">Each landfill has their own unique process for profiling waste, and while there are some standards across the state for what’s classified as “hazardous waste” there is some wiggle room landfills have to accept fire debris from natural disasters. Learn more here!</span><p></p>
<p style="font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 12px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;">Contact us today to discuss <b><a href="https://www.guziwest.com/learn/more/fire-debris-characterization-and-sampling-california">fire debris characterization</a> </b>and ash removal for your home or business in the areas of Arcata, McKinleyville, Eureka, Chico, and Redding, California. </p>
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<p style="font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 12px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;">Redding: (888) 351-8189</p>
<p style="font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 12px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;">Arcata/Eureka (North Coast): (707) 388-3008</p>Guzi-Westhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13400410666269455903noreply@blogger.com0Redding, CA, USA40.5865396 -122.391675412.276305763821156 -157.5479254 68.896773436178847 -87.2354254tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8472601272908771187.post-63656202865698421852021-08-23T07:10:00.005-07:002021-08-23T07:10:00.250-07:00What is makeup air and why does it matter for indoor air quality?<p><span style="font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 12px;"></span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 12px;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhnu-EG38a7qvXys5NBkCwTjLf518vMiK_1Lm0xSiE21ehtE3dRD6iRH7kRSszjZ0-Vrzm2QNd9p5TBlUMR5-xIH38GttKKJrTzg_recMFsmXJDClNFwI-xhLRF5SdUvfdLmEpAk5vZ9DeN/s2048/indoor+air+quality+California+1.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img alt="indoor air quality California" border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1363" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhnu-EG38a7qvXys5NBkCwTjLf518vMiK_1Lm0xSiE21ehtE3dRD6iRH7kRSszjZ0-Vrzm2QNd9p5TBlUMR5-xIH38GttKKJrTzg_recMFsmXJDClNFwI-xhLRF5SdUvfdLmEpAk5vZ9DeN/w266-h400/indoor+air+quality+California+1.jpg" title="indoor air quality California" width="266" /></a></span></div><span style="font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 12px;"><br />In nearly every residential and commercial building there’s a system known as an HVAC system. This stands for “Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning.” </span><span style="font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 12px;"> </span><p></p>
<p style="font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 12px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;">In most structures, there are several appliances that push air in or pull air out including things like clothes dryers, bathroom fans, fireplaces and kitchen range hoods. These appliances depressurize the interior of the structure. Any air exhausted through mechanical systems must be replaced by an equal volume of air from the outside to re-balance the pressure. Unless airways are deliberately provided for the incoming air through mechanical design in the HVAC system, it will flow in through the path of least resistance through passive means, such as gaps around windows and doors, between framing and the foundation, or at other leaky building components. </p>
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<p style="font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 12px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;">Learn more <a href="https://www.guziwest.com/learn/more/hvac-indoor-air-quality-testing"><span style="color: blue;"><b>here</b></span></a>!</p>
<p style="font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 12px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 3.8px 0px; text-align: justify;">Contact Guzi-West today to discuss professional testing for<b> <a href="https://www.guziwest.com/learn/more/hvac-indoor-air-quality-testing">indoor air quality</a> </b>for your home or business in Northern California, in Arcata, McKinleyville, Eureka, Chico, Redding and surrounding areas. (888) 351-8189</p>Guzi-Westhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13400410666269455903noreply@blogger.com0Redding, CA, USA40.5865396 -122.3916754-5.9833500852676451 167.2958246 87.156429285267649 -52.0791754tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8472601272908771187.post-89851686927021824312021-08-13T07:10:00.006-07:002021-08-13T07:14:09.016-07:00Concerned About Your Indoor Air Quality in Your California Home? <p> </p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgKkB4ICj5FgU_qjPQHMlclUhBqOGl_QuB5OGxxlMh4pK3LHyRXknP0eH2kxQtxJyG9d8OLOs9cdrzbC8ZE1JM5ZutBTb7xbUKJ65w5TfmgmcGSNZz8B6vrwW8DTYuu9rO9ubwhuK6oM6j_/s2048/indoor+air+quality+California.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img alt="indoor air quality California" border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1451" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgKkB4ICj5FgU_qjPQHMlclUhBqOGl_QuB5OGxxlMh4pK3LHyRXknP0eH2kxQtxJyG9d8OLOs9cdrzbC8ZE1JM5ZutBTb7xbUKJ65w5TfmgmcGSNZz8B6vrwW8DTYuu9rO9ubwhuK6oM6j_/w284-h400/indoor+air+quality+California.jpg" title="indoor air quality California" width="284" /></a></div><br /><span style="font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 12px;">According to the EPA, there are three basic strategies to improve indoor air quality:</span><span style="font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 12px;"> </span><p></p>
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<li style="font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 12px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;">Source Control</li>
<li style="font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 12px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;">Improved Ventilation</li>
<li style="font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 12px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;">Air Cleaners</li>
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<p style="font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 12px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; text-align: justify;">Learn more <a href="https://www.guziwest.com/learn/more/hvac-indoor-air-quality-testing"><b>here</b></a>!</p>
<p style="font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 12px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 5px 0px;">At Guzi-west, we perform professional testing for <b><a href="https://www.guziwest.com/learn/more/hvac-indoor-air-quality-testing">indoor air quality</a> </b>in Arcata, McKinleyville, Eureka, Chico, Redding and surrounding areas. For additional services, please explore our website. <a href="https://www.guziwest.com/contact"><b>Contact us</b></a> today to schedule a professional testing service for your home or business. (888) 351-8189</p>
<p style="font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 12px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 3.8px 0px 0px;">Redding: (888) 351-8189</p>
<p style="font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 12px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 3.8px 0px 0px;">Arcata/Eureka (North Coast): (707) 388-3008</p>Guzi-Westhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13400410666269455903noreply@blogger.com0Redding, CA, USA40.5865396 -122.391675412.276305763821156 -157.5479254 68.896773436178847 -87.2354254tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8472601272908771187.post-33383371047046846432021-07-29T21:00:00.006-07:002021-07-29T21:00:00.251-07:00Guzi-West's Same-Day Turnaround is Better Than Ever!<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg30YEjdl1OEZZurSvwo99Cif04EbrJStysMV6BA9L1841zfcCMuLehEO_QKffGuXSewV_tbzN4Pev3ljbmv_dCdMztIXyDItH3Msi3q1wAksE5cn7X_BRt_-nAmOfLKt6ech86k3ByU_ah/s1280/hospital-3089884_1280.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="853" data-original-width="1280" height="394" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg30YEjdl1OEZZurSvwo99Cif04EbrJStysMV6BA9L1841zfcCMuLehEO_QKffGuXSewV_tbzN4Pev3ljbmv_dCdMztIXyDItH3Msi3q1wAksE5cn7X_BRt_-nAmOfLKt6ech86k3ByU_ah/w591-h394/hospital-3089884_1280.jpg" width="591" /></a></div><br /><p><br /></p><p><a href="https://www.guziwest.com/learn/more/professional-mold-testing-expands-same-day-service" style="text-decoration-line: none;"><span style="color: #1155cc; font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; text-decoration-line: underline; text-decoration-skip-ink: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Guzi-West’s expansion </span></a><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">guarantees their clients the ability to have </span><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-weight: 700; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">same-day turnaround</span><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"> time results. This includes the ability to do same-day results for:</span></p><span id="docs-internal-guid-f9fef5ad-7fff-645c-f499-369684bd225d"><br /><ul style="margin-bottom: 0; margin-top: 0; padding-inline-start: 48px;"><li aria-level="1" dir="ltr" style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; list-style-type: disc; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre;"><p dir="ltr" role="presentation" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Asbestos concentrations </span></p></li><li aria-level="1" dir="ltr" style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; list-style-type: disc; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre;"><p dir="ltr" role="presentation" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Lead concentrations</span></p></li><li aria-level="1" dir="ltr" style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; list-style-type: disc; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre;"><p dir="ltr" role="presentation" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Bacteria/sewage clearance</span></p></li><li aria-level="1" dir="ltr" style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; list-style-type: disc; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre;"><p dir="ltr" role="presentation" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Mold concentrations </span></p></li></ul><br /><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Guzi-West now has staff in Anderson/Redding, Chico, and Arcata CA which allows us to cover the entire northern state of California and parts of Oregon. Guzi-West’s combination of strategic positioning and potential for </span><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-weight: 700; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">same-day turnaround</span><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"> results generates the capability for our company to efficiently respond to emergency situations and situations where fast response times are crucial to your project. </span></p><br /><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><a href="https://www.guziwest.com/contact" style="text-decoration-line: none;"><span style="color: #1155cc; font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; text-decoration-line: underline; text-decoration-skip-ink: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Contact us </span></a><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">today to discuss our analytical capabilities for asbestos, bacteria, lead or professional mold testing your California home or business in the areas of Arcata, McKinleyville, Eureka, Chico, and Redding, California. </span></p><br /></span>Guzi-Westhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13400410666269455903noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8472601272908771187.post-69961149033000560082021-07-14T21:00:00.001-07:002021-07-14T21:00:00.239-07:00Guzi West Expands Same-Day Testing!<p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjEE5OkewxfeBeQMypWbLF-JI3uyvVRoxQh4vAWR6EQMoONTqP8-45Gm8H5wFmgEU9JF6rWWOVMv8mKVAnx-F7yLTnqj0YcvJtIRRK-9x6YiEZjbN6TZH04Mf5CRTnd3bSTg_h_mo83ebwW/s1280/lab-3498584_1280.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="856" data-original-width="1280" height="384" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjEE5OkewxfeBeQMypWbLF-JI3uyvVRoxQh4vAWR6EQMoONTqP8-45Gm8H5wFmgEU9JF6rWWOVMv8mKVAnx-F7yLTnqj0YcvJtIRRK-9x6YiEZjbN6TZH04Mf5CRTnd3bSTg_h_mo83ebwW/w574-h384/lab-3498584_1280.jpg" width="574" /></a></div><br /><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><br /></span><p></p><p><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Guzi-West Inspection and Consulting is excited to announce the </span><a href="https://www.guziwest.com/learn/more/professional-mold-testing-expands-same-day-service" style="text-decoration-line: none;"><span style="color: #1155cc; font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; text-decoration-line: underline; text-decoration-skip-ink: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">expansion of the company’s same-day testing</span></a><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"> and results capabilities. In addition to our new office in Anderson – and the employment of our new qualified asbestos and mold analyst Bobby Ingram – Guzi-West is proud to announce the addition of two Viken Detection Pb200i X-ray fluorescent (XRF) analyzers. </span></p><span id="docs-internal-guid-b99b7af1-7fff-3ead-ce84-40fb9e4aaace"><br /><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-weight: 700; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">XRF instruments</span><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"> are used to detect toxic levels of lead in any paint sample instantaneously. The incorporation of these instruments allows us to assist our clients with the fastest turnaround times in northern California. As a result, this allows you to clear abatement/mitigation areas faster, and help you meet insurance company demands for restoration response times, and overall help you where speed is of the utmost importance. </span></p><br /><a href="https://www.guziwest.com/contact" style="text-decoration-line: none;"><span style="color: #1155cc; font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; text-decoration-line: underline; text-decoration-skip-ink: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Contact us today</span></a><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"> if you’re interested to see</span><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-weight: 700; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"> XRF instruments</span><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"> speed up the process of your clearance! We’re happy to help you, your business, or your home!</span></span>Guzi-Westhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13400410666269455903noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8472601272908771187.post-64945295150941895332021-06-17T07:22:00.008-07:002021-06-17T07:22:00.254-07:00Guzi-West Brings Cutting Edge Technology <p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg9b4Mnh9lvhsYCf6wzm5R_J7Cp7M9NHZTGvdH5unTArHfSGatIe-xpMSY3sNgLjfGjGGOZWFY4xtT2Lm7uxpq9LIkD0BRBF1yOkq_PMU8_ZN5PqzyaFN3WrkHvqS7TyN9WXwHINiD9v5FH/s500/asbestos+testing+service.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Asbestos Testing Service" border="0" data-original-height="333" data-original-width="500" height="266" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg9b4Mnh9lvhsYCf6wzm5R_J7Cp7M9NHZTGvdH5unTArHfSGatIe-xpMSY3sNgLjfGjGGOZWFY4xtT2Lm7uxpq9LIkD0BRBF1yOkq_PMU8_ZN5PqzyaFN3WrkHvqS7TyN9WXwHINiD9v5FH/w400-h266/asbestos+testing+service.jpg" title="Asbestos Testing Service" width="400" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><span style="font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 12px;">We continually strive to bring cutting edge technology services into our firm to provide the best possible service to our clients. With the employment of Bobby Ingram and his years of experience in the analytical industry, Guzi-West will now have the ability to deliver same day results.</span><p></p><p><span style="font-family: Helvetica;"><span style="font-size: 12px;">Learn more <b><a href="https://www.guziwest.com/learn/more/same-day-results-asbestos-testing-service">here</a></b>!</span></span></p>
<p style="font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 12px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px 0px 8px;">Have questions about the process? <b><a href="https://www.guziwest.com/contact">Contact us</a></b> today to discuss our analytical capabilities for your home or business in the areas of Arcata, McKinleyville, Eureka, Chico, and Redding, California. </p>
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<p style="font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 12px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;">Redding: (888) 351-8189</p>
<p style="font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 12px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;">Arcata/Eureka (North Coast): (707) 388-3008</p>Guzi-Westhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13400410666269455903noreply@blogger.com0Anderson, CA 96007, USA40.448208 -122.297781512.137974163821156 -157.45403149999999 68.758441836178847 -87.1415315tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8472601272908771187.post-10662674364140885812021-06-03T07:22:00.002-07:002021-06-03T07:22:16.992-07:00Same Day Results Available!<p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjbyKpilS19UcQxvO5BSlX1wvusRVKaCIEkxL9SbCeXxPXZ-20TgVp36niTxJ80Q3Gwfz3uiXbkhTk-Iq2CXPJW9lus_IMHGefowPvz-mksLjbPjwyQLHA2SiDkm3s1QxaPgHD1OQObt2xD/s500/asbestos+testing+service.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="asbestos testing service" border="0" data-original-height="375" data-original-width="500" height="300" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjbyKpilS19UcQxvO5BSlX1wvusRVKaCIEkxL9SbCeXxPXZ-20TgVp36niTxJ80Q3Gwfz3uiXbkhTk-Iq2CXPJW9lus_IMHGefowPvz-mksLjbPjwyQLHA2SiDkm3s1QxaPgHD1OQObt2xD/w400-h300/asbestos+testing+service.png" title="asbestos testing service" width="400" /></a></div><br /><span style="font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 12px;"><br /></span><p></p><p><span style="font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 12px;">Guzi-West will now be able to provide same day results for many analyses. Our firm has just purchased two Viken Detection Pb200i X-ray fluorescent (</span><b style="font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 12px;">XRF</b><span style="font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 12px;">) analyzers to analyze and instantly report lead concentrations in paint. We can now provide same day results for the following:</span></p>
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<li style="font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 12px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px 0px 8px;">Asbestos concentrations</li>
<li style="font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 12px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px 0px 8px;">Lead concentrations</li>
<li style="font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 12px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px 0px 8px;">Bacteria/sewage concentrations for clearance.</li>
<li style="font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 12px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px 0px 8px;">Mold concentrations by genus</li>
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<p style="font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 12px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;">Learn more <b><a href="https://www.guziwest.com/learn/more/same-day-results-asbestos-testing-service">here</a></b>!</p><p style="font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 12px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><br /></p><p style="font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 12px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><b><a href="https://www.guziwest.com/contact">Contact us</a></b> today to discuss our analytical capabilities for your home or business in the areas of Arcata, McKinleyville, Eureka, Chico, and Redding, California. </p>
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<p style="font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 12px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;">Redding: (888) 351-8189</p>
<p style="font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 12px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;">Arcata/Eureka (North Coast): (707) 388-3008</p><div><br /></div>Guzi-Westhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13400410666269455903noreply@blogger.com0Anderson, CA 96007, USA40.448208 -122.297781512.137974163821156 -157.45403149999999 68.758441836178847 -87.1415315tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8472601272908771187.post-56889682367245415662021-04-15T06:27:00.004-07:002021-04-15T06:27:00.259-07:00Using Maps and Technology to Increase Report Readability<p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjQc0fd9I0JL4R_LbjkmL8KHA8TzB_1AjNpUhOeoJlH0PTnBX_W3T8L2WecSxTOR7tnK1EKIKEv01Upcen678oS-b1ToEQ2LynsQ7_u6dn1ZVzfdsLBZSf4Rko9eomletu-1RNnqbHCmvmf/s963/mold+inspection+california+2.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="mold inspection California" border="0" data-original-height="744" data-original-width="963" height="309" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjQc0fd9I0JL4R_LbjkmL8KHA8TzB_1AjNpUhOeoJlH0PTnBX_W3T8L2WecSxTOR7tnK1EKIKEv01Upcen678oS-b1ToEQ2LynsQ7_u6dn1ZVzfdsLBZSf4Rko9eomletu-1RNnqbHCmvmf/w400-h309/mold+inspection+california+2.png" title="mold inspection California" width="400" /></a></div><br /><span style="font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 12px; text-align: justify;"><br /></span><p></p><p><span style="font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 12px; text-align: justify;">Guzi-West is pushing the envelope to develop new ways of presenting the information we capture from our assessments.</span></p>
<p style="font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 12px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; text-align: justify;">Thanks in part to our increasing GIS Resources, we can take our reports a step further, creating detailed maps to show investigation data in a visual format. Presenting information as a map simplifies readability. The specifications of an investigation can determine what type of map is a good fit. </p><p style="font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 12px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; text-align: justify;"><br /></p><p style="font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 12px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; text-align: justify;">Learn more <a href="https://www.guziwest.com/learn/more/using-maps-and-technology-for-mold-inspection-ca"><b>here</b></a>!</p>
<p style="font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 12px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 5px 0px; text-align: justify;">Contact Guzi-West today to discuss creating maps to show the data in a visual format for your next project in the Northern California area.</p>
<p style="font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 12px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 5px 0px 0px;">Redding: (888) 351-8189</p>
<p style="font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 12px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 5px 0px 0px;">Arcata/Eureka (North Coast): (707) 388-3008</p>Guzi-Westhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13400410666269455903noreply@blogger.com0Redding, CA, USA40.5865396 -122.391675412.276305763821156 -157.5479254 68.896773436178847 -87.2354254tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8472601272908771187.post-31933402937254098522021-04-01T06:27:00.006-07:002021-04-01T06:33:17.211-07:00Guzi-West Performs Detailed Mold Investigations<p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEijUxyV1g2K9bnVWinm2fZ0krwOldI7v9RFrHxbFLv8Qh35aNJZxN95Gk5lr9jNRExalteo61VcciF-XA7gi8ivxXPfefQO2tP8Sb1-RgRTtzzbbE1CPMXOlZwS7DsKWds1xye4q9MXvn7U/s973/mold+inspection+california+1.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="mold inspection California" border="0" data-original-height="752" data-original-width="973" height="309" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEijUxyV1g2K9bnVWinm2fZ0krwOldI7v9RFrHxbFLv8Qh35aNJZxN95Gk5lr9jNRExalteo61VcciF-XA7gi8ivxXPfefQO2tP8Sb1-RgRTtzzbbE1CPMXOlZwS7DsKWds1xye4q9MXvn7U/w400-h309/mold+inspection+california+1.png" title="mold inspection California" width="400" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><p><span style="font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 12px; text-align: justify;">Guzi-west conducts detailed mold investigations using state of the art technology to discover the presence of mold and quantify the severity of a problem. Throughout the inspection, data is generated, including atmospheric readings, moisture readings, infrared imagery, and sample attributes. After an investigation, that information is condensed into a formal report to outline our findings.</span><span style="font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 12px; text-align: justify;"> </span></p>
<p style="font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 12px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; text-align: justify;">Learn more <b><a href="https://www.guziwest.com/learn/more/using-maps-and-technology-for-mold-inspection-ca">here</a></b>!</p>
<p style="font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 12px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 5px 0px; text-align: justify;">Contact Guzi-West today to discuss creating maps to show the data in a visual format for your next project in the Northern California area.</p>
<p style="font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 12px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 5px 0px 0px;">Redding: (888) 351-8189</p>
<p style="font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 12px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 5px 0px 0px;">Arcata/Eureka (North Coast): (707) 388-3008</p>Guzi-Westhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13400410666269455903noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8472601272908771187.post-34894538962310185162021-03-15T12:14:00.001-07:002021-03-15T12:14:00.151-07:00How Can GIS Map Information Be Useful?<p> </p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjYxuueTwmT2s32r270s_OrxaXWpMjz8QB-lwtFcq1M15cI_Sqtjw4iK_0L-rztXW9XgbPcPpoXjOR1hH_bnW3WUdlquy9dC2bBCHbklx3qQmlTnJfNcOdiqDhESYz3oYCiecZWyQCQDX1p/s1920/map-2789052_1920.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1280" data-original-width="1920" height="341" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjYxuueTwmT2s32r270s_OrxaXWpMjz8QB-lwtFcq1M15cI_Sqtjw4iK_0L-rztXW9XgbPcPpoXjOR1hH_bnW3WUdlquy9dC2bBCHbklx3qQmlTnJfNcOdiqDhESYz3oYCiecZWyQCQDX1p/w513-h341/map-2789052_1920.jpg" width="513" /></a></div><br /><p></p><p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt; text-align: justify;">Our
maps help provide an idea of where samples were taken, and how large a project
may be. The maps aren’t survey grade but can provide quite accurate
measurements depending on the project specifications.</span><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt; text-align: justify;"> </span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0in; text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family: "Arial",sans-serif; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 107%;">Creation
of a map starts when a field crew performs a survey and sketches a field map<span style="color: red;">,</span> including the points where samples were taken. GIS
staff receive the maps as a scanned copy and </span><a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Georeferencing"><span style="font-family: "Arial",sans-serif; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 107%;">georeferenced</span></a><span style="font-family: "Arial",sans-serif; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 107%;"> to
the top of a building outline. The building outlines are generated through
open-source project </span><a href="https://github.com/microsoft/USBuildingFootprints"><span style="font-family: "Arial",sans-serif; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 107%;">created
by Microsoft</span></a><span style="font-family: "Arial",sans-serif; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 107%;"> and proven to be </span><a href="https://github.com/microsoft/USBuildingFootprints#metrics-1"><span style="font-family: "Arial",sans-serif; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 107%;">accurate</span></a><span style="font-family: "Arial",sans-serif; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 107%;">.
There may be some cases where aerial imagery or other means are also used to
approximate the outline of a building. Finally, staff digitize the field map
over the building outline to give an approximate layout of the project
footprint and sample locations. One of the benefits to using GIS is creating
and storing information as spatial data. It’s incredibly easy to make updates,
render new maps for re-assessments, or get multiple views of the same
structure.</span><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt; text-align: left;"> </span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="font-family: "Arial",sans-serif; font-size: 12.0pt;">Learn more<b> </b></span><b><span style="color: windowtext; font-family: "Arial",sans-serif; font-size: 12.0pt; text-decoration: none; text-underline: none;"><a href="https://www.guziwest.com/learn/more/gis-capabilities-northern-california">here</a></span></b><b><span style="font-family: "Arial",sans-serif; font-size: 12.0pt;">! </span></b><span style="font-family: "Arial",sans-serif; font-size: 12.0pt;"><o:p></o:p></span></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family: "Arial",sans-serif; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 107%;">Contact Guzi-West today to
discuss GIS capabilities for your next project in the Northern California area.
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<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="font-family: "Arial",sans-serif; font-size: 12.0pt;">Redding: (888) 351-8189<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="font-family: "Arial",sans-serif; font-size: 12.0pt;">Arcata/Eureka (North
Coast): (707) 388-3008<o:p></o:p></span></p>Guzi-Westhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13400410666269455903noreply@blogger.com0