The Local UK Issue 2 November-December | Page 24

Is your home making you sick? Chemicals released from damp materials and associated biological activity can result in TILT (toxicity induced loss of tolerance) resulting in toxic or allergenic effects. These issues are now internationally recognised as Sick or Tight Building Syndrome and usually caused by building or design defect or maintenance issues. If you suffer any of the following symptoms your home may be responsible and we can identify the cause and provide solutions: l Flu like symptoms l Itchy eyes and or skin l Tingling lips, vision issues l Chronic fatigue and or MS l Neurological problems Typical indicators of sick buildings l You feel better when you leave the property l Your illness developed after you moved into the property l You have a history of condensation or penetrating or rising damp l Presence of visible mould or odour. What we do Provide state of art chemical and toxin air and surface sampling Assess the presence of 400 Volatile Organic Compounds Identify the presence of toxic mould Provide solutions on causation and decontamination protocols if required Provide medical and legal support for litigation Who are we? Internationally recognised experts in SBS identification and decontamination, see us on www.buildingforensics.co.uk Phone 0208 658 5153 Email us for FREE consultation: [email protected] Please mention The Local when responding to advertisements Page 24