Your nose isn't deceiving you - hotels are starting to pump smells into rooms. If you have a sensitive snout, avoid the worst offenders with these tips.

As an asthmatic, Sara Voorhees is always careful when she's on the road. A whiff of cologne or detergent can trigger an attack for a scent-sensitive traveler like her.

But lately, as travel companies have obsessively cleaned their cars, rooms, and seats, she's had to be extra cautious.

When she opened the door to a compact SUV she rented at the Philadelphia airport recently, a powerful soap odor wafted her way. It left her gasping for air.

"We kept the windows down and the air conditioning running on high for the first few minutes each time we started it," says Voorhees, a retired project manager. But the odor lingered.

If you find the smell in your rental car overpowering, make sure the air vents are set to bring in fresh air rather than recirculate.(Photo: AndreyPopov, Getty Images/iStockphoto)

If you think the risk of a coronavirus infection makes travel difficult, imagine how passengers like Voorhees feel. On the one hand, they could catch COVID; on the other, they might have an asthmatic attack or allergic reaction to the strong cleaners used obsessively to disinfect surfaces.

Travel companies once relied on fragrances to lift their profits. Now they're turning to smells to save their businesses. Only this time, instead of vanilla and floral scents, it's the harsh odors of bleach and detergent that greet customers in rental cars and hotel rooms. But travelers with scent sensitivities and allergies can protect themselves from these harsh odors with a few easy strategies.

Although it may be difficult to avoid all scents when you travel, you can take certain precautions before your next vacation or business trip.

"Reach out to any hotel, airline or place where you think you run the risk of long-standing exposure," says Michael Rubino, president of All American Restoration, a mold remediation company. "I have called several hotels ahead of time to find out what disinfecting product would be used in my hotel room."

Ask your airline what kind of chemical is being used in those electrostatic sprayers that have become common. The chemicals may actually turn out to be far less concentrated than household cleaners.(Photo: CHRIS RANK, Chris Rank)

Get as many specifics as you can, says Marilee Nelson, an environmental consultant and co-founder of Branch Basics, a cleaning product company. That's what she did before she flew recently. An airline representative told her it was using a hypochlorous acid electrostatic spray that is EPA-approved to kill pathogens. That worked for her.

She learned that the concentration of chlorine was one ten-thousandth of that in household bleach, and that it dissipated quickly. "Five minutes after spraying, it is odorless and safe for most people," she says.

Voorhees says she's started carrying a portable air purifier when she travels. On her next rental, she plans to hook it up to the USB outlet inside the rental car to see if that makes a difference.

The smells are too much for some travelers. Sunnye Sherman, a retired substitute teacher from Louisville, Kentucky, is avoiding travel. It is one thing for her to deal with the many hotel scents emanating from soaps and shampoos, causing nausea, sinus pain and migraines. But the cleaning products are even worse.

"Sometimes, Ive had to hold my breath as much as possible in the lobby and rush to the room, hoping I can breathe in there," she says.

Patricia Abreu, a pianist from Boston, has stayed off planes since the pandemic started.

"The new cleaning products are likely to irritate my airways," she says. "But since the filtration of the air in airplanes is also better than in most places, it might be OK unless we were to board right in the moments after the chemicals were sprayed."

Abreu wonders if enough travel companies are taking the problems of people like her into account.

Filtered face masks may help travelers with scent sensitivities protect their airways from the strong smell of cleaning supplies.(Photo: Liliboas/Getty Images/iStockphoto)

"I cant say I am against all these cleaning regimes, despite my own physical reactions to the chemicals," she adds. "We want to be protected against COVID as much as possible, and for now that will mean more potential breathing problems for those with asthma and allergies."

When she travels, she'll wear a mask that can filter out the cleaning chemicals and she'll pack her medications and inhalers -- just in case a company overdoes it on the solvents.

The travel industry started spring cleaning after the coronavirus outbreak and never stopped. For example, United Airlines teamed up with Clorox on an initiative called "CleanPlus" to clean and disinfect its aircraft. Hertz introduced a 15-point Gold Standard Clean program, which includes disinfecting key contact areas like the steering wheel and door handles. And Hilton's CleanStay program includes a partnership with Lysol to clean high-touch areas at its hotels.

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"These old-school disinfectants are toxic and can cause irreversible diseases, like chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)," says Howard Lefkowitz, president of Germ Free Earth, a distributor of commercial disinfectants. The citrus and pine smell covers the "horrible" effects of the harsh cleaners.

"Sadly, weve grown accustomed to the smells of alcohol, bleach, and acids just as we used to be accustomed to smoke-filled rooms," he adds.

The travel industry's passion for perfuming is well-documented. In the past, hotels pumped artificial smells into their lobbies and rooms to boost profits. For example, guests at the Las Vegas Hilton spent 50%more time playing slot machines when it misted the air with a floral scent, according to Haha Lung and Christopher Prowants book Mental Dominance. A Washington State University study concluded that exposing shoppers to an orange scent made them spend 20% more than they otherwise would have.

To avoid catching other people's germs on your next flight, follow these steps to ensure you've properly disinfected your plane seat before take-off. USA TODAY

Clean the surfaces yourself. That's the advice ofBrooks Trotter, a physician who specializes in internal medicine in Grapevine, Texas. "You can wipe surfaces that have been cleaned with harsh chemicals, such as arm rests and tray tables, with non-toxic wipes," he says. "That will remove the chemicals."

Wash your hands. The extra cleaning can leave industrial solvents on high-touch areas such as door handles and TV remotes, says Ryan Steele, a Yale Medicine allergist and immunologist. "Frequent hand washing can help to quickly get these chemicals off of your skin and minimize your exposure," he says. If you can't get to the bathroom, he recommends minimizing contact with any cleaned surface.

If you see cleaning crews entering one area of an airport, such as a restroom, steer clear if you have an aversion to strong odors.(Photo: Maksym Belchenko/Getty Images/iStockphoto)

Avoid areas that are being disinfected. For example, if you see that the bathroom is being cleaned in an airport, use a different one. "Understand your sensitivities and prepare for them," says Curtis White, chief technology officer of ViaClean Technologies, a biotech company that develops cleaning agents. "Most people with severe food allergies or severe reactions to environmental pollutants already are well-disciplined in avoidance and reaction to exposures."

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SilverCopper

Antifungal Coatings Breakdown Data by Application

Indoor Air / HVACMedicalMold RemediationBuilding & ConstructionFoods & Beverages

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Global Antifungal Coatings Market Report 2020 by Key Players, Types, Applications, Countries, Market Size, Forecast to 2026

Chapter 1Report Overview

Chapter 2Global Market Growth Trends

Chapter 3Value Chain of Antifungal Coatings Market

Chapter 4Players Profiles

Chapter 5Global Antifungal Coatings Market Analysis by Regions

Chapter 6North America Antifungal Coatings Market Analysis by Countries

Chapter 7Europe Antifungal Coatings Market Analysis by Countries

Chapter 8Asia-Pacific Antifungal Coatings Market Analysis by Countries

Chapter 9Middle East and Africa Antifungal Coatings Market Analysis by Countries

Chapter 10South America Antifungal Coatings Market Analysis by Countries

Chapter 11Global Antifungal Coatings Market Segment by Types

Chapter 12Global Antifungal Coatings Market Segment by Applications

Chapter 13Antifungal Coatings Market Forecast by Regions (2020-2026)

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Antimicrobial Coatings Market Characterization-:

The overall Antimicrobial Coatings market is characterized on the basis of different analysis-:

Antimicrobial Coatings market is expected to grow at a rate of X.XX% in the forecast period 2020 to 2027.

Global Antimicrobial Coatings Market Scope and Market Size

Global Antimicrobial Coatings market is segmented on the basis of type and application. The growth among segments helps you analyse niche pockets of growth and strategies to approach the market and determine your core application areas and the difference in your target markets.

On the basis of type, Antimicrobial Coatings market is segmented into platform as a service and application program interface.

The application segment of the Antimicrobial Coatings market is divided into personal use, large enterprise, small medium enterprise (SMEs), and other

Antimicrobial Coatings Market Country Level Analysis

Global Antimicrobial Coatings market is analysed and market size, volume information is provided by type and application as referenced above.

Key Antimicrobial Coatings market players Analysis-:

The study given in this section offers details of key market players. It likewise clarifies the marketing strategies adopted by these players as well as portrays their shareholdings in the Antimicrobial Coatings market.

Segment by Type, the Antimicrobial Coatings market is segmented intoSilverCopperOthers

Segment by Application, the Antimicrobial Coatings market is segmented intoIndoor Air / HVACMedicalMold RemediationBuilding & ConstructionFoods & BeveragesTextilesOthers

Regional and Country-level AnalysisThe Antimicrobial Coatings market is analysed and market size information is provided by regions (countries).The key regions covered in the Antimicrobial Coatings market report are North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, Latin America, Middle East and Africa. It also covers key regions (countries), viz, U.S., Canada, Germany, France, U.K., Italy, Russia, China, Japan, South Korea, India, Australia, Taiwan, Indonesia, Thailand, Malaysia, Philippines, Vietnam, Mexico, Brazil, Turkey, Saudi Arabia, U.A.E, etc.The report includes country-wise and region-wise market size for the period 2015-2026. It also includes market size and forecast by Type, and by Application segment in terms of sales and revenue for the period 2015-2026.Competitive Landscape and Antimicrobial Coatings Market Share AnalysisAntimicrobial Coatings market competitive landscape provides details and data information by players. The report offers comprehensive analysis and accurate statistics on revenue by the player for the period 2015-2020. It also offers detailed analysis supported by reliable statistics on revenue (global and regional level) by players for the period 2015-2020. Details included are company description, major business, company total revenue and the sales, revenue generated in Antimicrobial Coatings business, the date to enter into the Antimicrobial Coatings market, Antimicrobial Coatings product introduction, recent developments, etc.

The major vendors covered:Axalta Coating SystemsAkzo NobelBASFPPG IndustriesRPM InternationalSherwin-WilliamsNippon PaintKansai PaintValsparSika

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Regional Segments Analysis:

The Middle East and Africa (GCC Countries and Egypt.)

North America (the United States, Mexico, and Canada.)

South America (Brazil etc.)

Europe (Turkey, Germany, Russia UK, Italy, France, etc.)

Asia-Pacific (Vietnam, China, Malaysia, Japan, Philippines, Korea, Thailand, India, Indonesia, and Australia.)

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Part 03: Global Antimicrobial Coatings Market Competition, by Players

Part 04: Global Antimicrobial Coatings Market Size by Regions

Part 05: North America Antimicrobial Coatings Revenue by Countries

Part 06: Europe Antimicrobial Coatings Revenue by Countries

Part 07: Asia-Pacific Antimicrobial Coatings Revenue by Countries

Part 08: South America Antimicrobial Coatings Revenue by Countries

Part 09: Middle East and Africa Revenue Antimicrobial Coatings by Countries

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Learn about your landlord's liability for mold problems, how to get rid of mold, and how to prevent it in the first place.

Mold is an environmental hazard that can cause concern among renters. Across the country, tenants have won multimillion-dollar cases against landlords for significant health problemssuch as rashes, chronic fatigue, nausea, cognitive losses, hemorrhaging, and asthmaallegedly caused by exposure to "toxic molds" in their building.

If you suspect there is mold in your rental unit, learn what to look for and when your landlord might be liable. Even better, take steps to prevent mold before it becomes a problemor clean mold up before it does become a problem.

Mold comes in various colors and shapes. The villainswith names like stachybotrys, penicillium, aspergilus, paecilomyces, and fusariumare black, white, green, or gray. Some are powdery, others shiny. Some molds look and smell disgusting; others are barely seenhidden between walls, under floors and ceilings, or in less accessible spots, such as basements and attics.

Mold often grows on water-soaked materials, such as wall paneling, paint, fabric, ceiling tiles, newspapers, or cardboard boxes. Humidity sets up prime growing conditions for mold. Buildings in naturally humid climates of Texas, California, and the Southern U.S. have experienced more mold problems than residences in drier climates. But whatever the climate, mold can grow as long as moisture is present.

Mold is also among the most controversial of environmental hazards. There is considerable debate within the scientific and medical communities about which molds, and what situations, pose serious health risks to people in their homes. There is no debate, however, among tenants who have suffered the consequences of living amidst (and inhaling) mold spores.

Keep in mind, however, that most mold is not harmful to your healthfor example, the mold that grows on shower tiles is not dangerous. It takes an expert to know whether a particular mold is harmful or just annoying. And it's very tricky to find out whether a person who has been exposed to mold has actually inhaled or ingested it. New tests that measure the presence of a particular mold's DNA in a blood sample are the only way to know for sure whether the mold is present in the body.

With a few exceptions, landlord responsibilities regarding mold have not been clearly spelled out in building codes, ordinances, statutes, or regulations. (But, as explained below, landlords can be held responsible for mold problems even absent specific laws governing mold.)

No federal law sets permissible exposure limits or building tolerance standards for mold in residential buildings, and only a few states (including California, Indiana, Maryland, New Jersey, and Texas), and a few cities (including New York and San Francisco), have taken steps toward establishing permissible mold standards or guidelines and regulations for mold in indoor air.

For information on mold rules and regulations in your state, check with your state department of environmental protection or your state department of public health.

To see whether your state is considering mold-related legislation that might affect residential rentals, you can search the National Conference of State Legislatures Environmental Health State Bill Tracking Database. Check the Indoor Air QualityMold box in the Topics column, and check the box next to your state.

For local mold-related rules, contact your city manager, mayors office or other local government department.

Even if your state or city doesn't have specific mold laws, your landlord could still be liable for a mold problem in your rental, as a result of landlords responsibility to provide safe and livable housing. Depending on the situation, state law might give you options such as rent withholding if your landlord fails to fix a serious mold problem, or you might be able to file a lawsuit for mold-related health problems.

Landlords in all states but Arkansas are responsible for maintaining fit and habitable housing and repairing rental property, and this extends to fixing leaking pipes, windows, and roofsthe causes of most mold. If the landlord doesn't take care of leaks and mold grows as a result, you might be able to hold the landlord responsible if you can convince a judge or jury that the mold has caused a health problem.

The liability picture changes when mold grows as the result of your own behavior, such as keeping the apartment tightly shut, creating high humidity, or failing to maintain necessary cleanliness. Tenants have some duties to maintain their rental unit, so when a tenant's own negligence is the sole cause of injury, the landlord is not liable. To avoid causing any mold problems, practice good housekeeping, such as ventilating your apartment.

Some landlords include clauses in the lease that purport to relieve them from any liability resulting from mold growth. At least one court (in Tennessee) has refused to enforce such a clause, ruling that to do so would be against public policy. More cases from other parts of the country are sure to arise as mold litigation makes its way through the courts. Some states require landlords to disclose information about mold to tenants.

A smart landlord will try to prevent the conditions that lead to the growth of moldand tenants should be the landlord's partner in this effort. This approach requires maintaining the structural integrity of the property (the roof, plumbing, and windows), which is the landlord's job. You can help by preventing mold problems in your home in the first place and promptly reporting problems that need the landlord's attention.

For more information on mold, including what it looks like, how to test for mold, the health effects of mold exposure, and how to clean up mold, check out the Mold section of the EPA website.

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STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. -- Parents of students at PS 42 Annex in Eltingville are venting frustrations after learning that the school will be closed for about two weeks to undergo deep cleaning due to a mold condition.

Parents received a letter, dated Sept. 16, 2020 and signed by Principal Brian Sharkey, saying, "a recent inspection conducted by the Division of School Facilities (DSF) and the School Construction Authority (SCA) determined the Annex should undergo mold remediation, deep cleaning, sterilizing and air quality control.

The notice was issued just before Mayor Bill de Blasio delayed in-person learning, but says that cleaning the Annex which holds first and second grade classes will be ready within the next two weeks," which would be just after the anticipated Sept. 29 opening of in-person classes for K-5 students.

A DOE spokesman said he expects the building to be safe in time for the new date set for the opening of in-person learning.

Parents, however, are not convinced the cleaning will be done in time and feel the issue should have been noticed sooner.

Thats a very short timeline to get rid of that amount of mold, said a parent of a second-grade student there. The parent wished to remain anonymous for fear of reprisal. So, the parents dont believe its going to be fixed in two weeks, the parent said.

Construction began on the buildings masonry early this year, but the coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak stunted the work and left the building exposed, parents claim.

They up and left and abandoned the job, and they never came back to it, so they never sealed it, never covered it, never came back to check on it ... the building was left to rot from the outside in and just (got) saturated with water for six months, the parent said.

The Department of Education (DOE) confirmed that the exterior masonry work was scheduled to be done in the spring before being put on hold. Mold caused by leaks was then discovered in the school this summer.

While the second-grade parent did not witness the conditions herself, she said teachers informed her that mold was present on the tables and chairs making the classrooms uninhabitable.

Issues of water damage are not new at the PS 42 Annex building, Department of Buildings (DOB) records show.

There are 17 open Office of Administrative Trials and Hearings/Environment Control Board violations for the PS 42 annex building dating back to 2011, according to the DOB records. These violations are issued when a property does not comply with a part of the New York City Construction Codes and or Zoning Resolution.

When asked, a DOE spokesperson confirmed that the DOB records are out of date. It is not clear how many of those violations have been rectified.

The violations note water penetration through foundation that leads to a gas meter and electrical room and other issues, such as standing water being observed at the time of inspection. The most recent water violation, issued on Aug. 30, 2019, said there was water penetrating through walls, causing peeling and spalling at various locations.

I dont feel confident that our children should have been in there for years, the parent of the second-grade student said. So, to now find out weve been lied to for this long, its the worst, its the worst feeling.

Coryn, a parent of a third-grade student who attended the Annex for two years, wished to have her last name omitted, but said she first noticed mold as an issue on her sons very first day of first grade.

I have pictures of my son in the classroom and the condition of the wall behind him, Coryn said. I took a picture of him and my daughter and you can see it in the background.

You can see something visibly wrong with the wall, she said.

After suggesting there could be an issue with the presence of water damage in the wall and suggesting it be resolved, Coryn said she attempted to file Freedom of Information Law requests to receive air quality reports for the building all to no avail.

At that point, Im so annoyed that I basically got the run-around for three months, she said.

While Coryns child is no longer learning in the annex, she shares in other parents' concerns that the building could potentially be unsafe, even after students are brought back into the building.

My kids not in there anymore, but I would not want my kid in the building unless I was shown proof that it was safe to go in there," Coryn said. As a mom, who would want their kid there?

Nathaniel Styer, a spokesman for the DOE, said work is being done around the clock ahead of students entering New York City schools.

Our educators and students deserve safe, clean schools during this critical school year,'' Styer said. "Our facilities teams continue to work around the clock to address any concerns and ensure buildings are prepared for reopening. Both the School Construction Authority and School Facilities teams are performing repairs, cleaning, painting and disinfecting work to safely reopen the building with the resumption of in-person learning on the 29th.

Principal Brian Sharkey did not immediately respond to an emailed request for comment.

In the letter to parents, Sharkey wrote, Your childs and my staffs health and safety is our number one priority.

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MOON TOWNSHIP, Pa., Sept. 18, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- Amid the 2020 Covid-19 pandemic, the disinfection industry has boomed. Bactronix, a disinfection company with revolutionary technology, has risen to the top in the market throughout the industry's growth thanks to a diverse offering of services and products.

Due to the pandemic, consumers have become more health aware and the numbers prove it. According to a recent study by Global View Research, "the global surface disinfectant market size was estimated at USD 1.4 billion in 2019 and is expected to register a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 7.6% from 2020 to 2027." (1) Yet another study by Arizton states that the electrostatic sprayer segment of the market is expected to reach $1.9 billion or more by 2025 (2). Companies like Bactronix, which began driving franchise expansion this year, are benefiting from the country's awareness and push towards more healthy and safe living conditions.

According to Jos Kleynjans, President and CEO of Bactronix and one of the founders of the company, there are many companies in the present market that specialize in one area or another, but not in all areas. "There are labs that do testing, companies the produce disinfectants and sell products retail, businesses that specialize in cleaning, treating and disinfection, but none that do it all," Kleynjans said. "Bactronix is the one 'One-Stop-Shop' for all of the above. This is the reason that Bactronix is recognized as one of the Top Franchising companies in the U.S."

Bactronix finds itself in the middle of the boom thanks to its diversified product and services that cover many disinfection industry segments: on-site testing and inspection, specialized disinfection and cleaning, proprietary product lines and distribution channels, and disinfection certification. Bactronix ensures 100% coverage through an electrostatically charged process that doesn't produce harmful VOCs or by-products. Other services provided by Bactronix include dryer vent and air duct cleaning, mold remediation, vapor barriers, and insecticide treatment.

Bactronix invites those interested in learning more about their diversified list of services to their website atwww.Bactronix.com. To learn more about the Bactronix franchise opportunity, visit their website athttp://www.bactronix.com/franchising-opportunities.

ABOUT Bactronix

Bactronix is an award-winning, science-based microbial control company that uses proprietary products and advanced equipment for a wide range of mold removal and disinfection services. Their certified personnel are highly trained in administering effective, eco-friendly disinfection treatments to commercial and residential facilities.

1https://www.grandviewresearch.com/industry-analysis/surface-disinfectant-market

2https://www.reportlinker.com/p05955552/Electrostatic-Disinfectant-Sprayer-Market-Global-Outlook-and-Forecast.html?utm_source=PRN

Media contact:Jos Kleynjans412-375-7886http://www.Bactronix.com

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ELLSWORTH Roughly $4.22 million in construction has been permitted in the city since the beginning of May, a figure that, despite pandemic restrictions and lifestyle shifts, remained almost unchanged compared to the same timeframe last year.

City staff issued 79 building permits for $4.27 million in construction between the beginning of May and the end of August 2019, compared to 80 permits and $4.22 million during those months this year, according to records.

But while the numbers are quite close, there were some differences: the bulk of this years permitting occurred in May and July, with permits issued for a total of $1.59 million and $1.44 million, respectively, in construction during those months. But that fell off in June and August, with fewer new homes and commercial projects on the docket, replaced with smaller, residential undertakings such as bathroom additions and woodshed construction.

Last year, May, June and July all saw more than $1 million in construction permitted each month, with building slowing significantly in August to less than $200,000 in total.

Both years saw a mix of residential and commercial development, with residents building sheds and decks, pouring driveway slabs and, in one instance, putting in an in-ground pool.

A number of new single-family homes were permitted this summer as well, including a 1,680-square-foot, $315,000 home on Birch Avenue for Susan Opdycke, a 2,439-square-foot, $280,000 home on the Nicolin Road for James Testa and a 1,638-square-foot modular home estimated to cost $248,586 on Ginnie May Way built by Broughman Builders Inc. On Wilson Way, Cheryl Jacobs VanPeursem was issued permits to build a single-family home valued at $280,000 with a basement to replace a camp and Sara Devlin and Matthew Dewitt were issued permits to build a $255,000, three-bedroom home on the Red Bridge Road.

On the commercial side, Ruger Properties LLC, one of the companies owned by local builder Jonathan Bates, was issued permits for a $900,000, 12-unit apartment building on Ruger Way, off Washington Street. The building is part of Bates Washington LUXE complex. Eastern Mold Remediation also received permits for a $92,502, 3,600-square-foot addition to its space on the Nicolin Road and the landscaping company Homsted Earthworks Inc. was issued permits for a commercial building on the Bangor Road estimated to cost $80,000.

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Loudon County Courthouse is nearing the end of phase one renovations following weather delays earlier in the year.

Rainfall and safety concerns in May pushed the project 35 days behind schedule. The project is now progressing on a new schedule accounting for the 35-day delay.

We are close to schedule at this time, Susan Huskey, Loudon County purchasing director, said in an email correspondence. The delays in the early stage of this phase were due to the number of rain days. Once the structure was stabilized and the temporary roof installed, it allowed inside work to continue on schedule with the removal of debris and wet materials from the interior.

Loudon County Mayor Rollen Buddy Bradshaw said now that courthouse windows are sealed, the project should pick up momentum.

If you drive by there, youll notice the windows are out, everythings sealed, Bradshaw said. Weve got the air exchange unit running. Its just a matter of how quick they can get everything dried out and when its safe to go in really without respirators. That being said, once we get it there, I believe well see progress move pretty quick. Were going to be in the dry, so the work is not going to be so dependent on good weather. So whether rain or shine, once we get inside to work, well be in good shape, and Ive talked with several stakeholders as well as insurance and my purchasing director, Susan Huskey. Were going to get her back the way she was when we left and get it ready and get it open for business.

Stabilization of the building was completed in July. Construction workers are now focusing on mold remediation, dehumidifying the building and general cleanup. The building will then be inspected for cleanliness before a fungicidal coating is applied and a final inspection completed.

The architect is currently working with the contractor to establish a cost proposal for completing the restoration and reconstruction, which is considered phase 2 and ultimately the final phase, Huskey said.

Huskey said COVID-19 had a limited effect on the construction side of phase one, but created financial obstacles during discussion of an annex or addition to the original courthouse.

We scrounged everything, every dollar we could to put into this upcoming budget, this budget were in now, Bradshaw said. So I think the talk is there, I dont think its going to be immediate. Maybe a year or two years, maybe three years down the road we start looking at the annex or the expansion, whichever way commission chooses to go. Just with this whole COVID deal, we were really unsure about budgets and numbers and revenue coming in.

Bradshaw believes it will be well into 2022 or 2023 before Loudon County Commission continues annex discussions.

Weve been very good here in Loudon County, he said. Our revenues are extremely good and really above and beyond what we were expecting even coming in. But that being said, theres still a lot of unknowns, especially with the election coming up this November as far as how the revenues are going to maintain over the next little stretch of time. Well see how that goes. Its not off the table, but its not on the forefront either.

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A company based in Green Bay launches their new services aimed at helping their Wisconsin clients remove musty odors and harmful germs and viruses from their properties.

A company based in Green Bay launches their new services aimed at helping their Wisconsin clients remove musty odors and harmful germs and viruses from their properties.

CCS Property Services LLC launches their sanitation and odor elimination services, adding to their line of property repair and preservation solutions. Headquartered in Green Bay, the general contractors are well positioned to serve both residential and commercial clients throughout the state of Wisconsin.

Additional information can be found at https://ccspps.com

The companys newest launch is in keeping with the standards set by the CDC for sanitation and odor eliminator systems. Simple and cost-effective, the services can effectively neutralize bacteria, viruses, pet allergens, and harmful germs.

The process utilizes a spray and fog system that quickly and efficiently applies the companys proprietary products. This serves as a modern alternative to the more labor-intensive techniques found in outdated and less effective sanitation methods.

The experts often advise their clients that musty odors are often a sign of lingering bacterial contaminants. Beyond ridding spaces of the unpleasant smells, the team works on addressing these contaminants at their source before they get a chance to grow or mutate.

The companys commitment to using only quality products that are people, pet, and planet friendly means that their services can be safely administered in any setting. They usually cater to private homes, day care centers, schools, offices, gyms, hotels, restaurants, and manufacturing settings.

One of their satisfied clients states, CCS Property Services helped us with an odor problem at our house. We always had a stale smell from our basement. We spoke with the owner of CCS who shared with us a new product that they have been working with for odor elimination and sanitization. We decided to try it and it worked wonderfully. The house now smells fresh without the bad odor.

Aside from sanitation and odor elimination, CCS Property Services LLC is also well-trusted when it comes to water damage restoration, mold removal and remediation, fire restoration, and home inspection repairs. Their professional staff are available round the clock for emergency cases and are usually able to respond within an hour of receiving service calls.

Interested parties may visit the above website to learn more or call (920) 435-2288 to schedule a free assessment.

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