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MINNEAPOLIS (WCCO) State pollution control officials are warning consumers not to flush any paper products other than toilet paper.

The Minnesota Pollution Control Agency says the lack of availability of toilet paper in stores amid the COVID-19 outbreak is causing people to use alternative options.

That includes products like baby wipes or paper towels.

We are seeing people flushing things down the toilet that they shouldnt be, Hero Plumbing, Heating, and Cooling drains manager Chris Stevens said.

Flushing those products can cause a big problem for pipes, including clogs and even sewage coming back up into the home.

Stevens said plumbers are slammed with business right now as working parents and school age children are suddenly at home all day.

Everyone is just using whatever they have, they have no option, Stevens said.

Stevens said a sewage backup can cost a homeowner tens of thousands of dollars. The MPCA also said flushing products other than toilet paper can also cost a city money in repairs and harm the environment.

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Advice from DFW plumbers during the COVID-19 crisis: stop flushing weird stuff down the toilet.

Because of our bizarre, virus-fueled run on toilet paper, many area residents are being forced to resort to alternative options. Kleenex. Wet wipes. Paper towels. Napkins. No reports yet of leaves or corn cobs, but were only in Day 5 of shelter in place, so stay tuned.

Reminder: There is no viable substitute for toilet paper.

Some of those things may be biodegradable, but they dont break down as well as toilet paper when immersed in water, says Berkeys Air Conditioning, Plumbing & Electrical president Jamie Wooldridge.

Adds Baker Brothers president Jimmie Dale, Were getting about twice as many calls (for clogged toilets) as usual.

COVID-19s gnarly tentacles are presenting essential businesses with a variety of quandaries.

As temperatures flirt with 90 degrees Thursday, HVAC service repair experts are the first responders to air-conditioning units being kicked on for the first time after winter hibernation. Those service calls are being made to potentially dangerous environments contaminated with coronavirus.

Along with adhering to the CDCs guidelines of wearing protective masks/shields and gloves and remaining 6 feet apart during calls to homes and businesses, companies are taking extra measures to disinfect equipment between jobs and implement touchless transactions.

When possible, were having customers simply read us the credit card number, Wooldridge says. Instead of passing the card back and forth between hands.

Wooldridge says that if a customer tells Berkeys that theyre under quarantine or exhibiting symptoms associated with COVID-19, theyre asked to reschedule. Still, even without warning there is risk upon entering homes or businesses and touching multiple shared spaces with strangers.

The fact is that the techs cannot only become infected, but also spread it to other places and other people, Dale says. Thats the part that really scares them and scares us. Thats why were being extra cautious and vigilant.

Not surprisingly in light of the airborne virus there is also an uptick in inquiries regarding air purification systems.

Industry experts tout the Captura HEPA, which is advertised to trap viruses, germs, bacteria and allergens with a 99.7% efficiency, and the REME HALO, which claims to successfully defend staph (MRSA), SARS and E. coli by eliminating sneeze germs up to 3 feet.

Neither system has been tested specifically against COVID-19.

But we havent come across anything that it cant handle, says Rene Luna, a representative of The Partners Group HVAC, which distributes to a four-state area including Texas. We represent 16 other products, but this is the one people are asking for.

Luna says demand for HALOs has risen one thousand percent in the last two weeks.

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Are you considering switching to natural gas appliances in your home? Your first call should be to a qualified plumber. Dryers, water heaters, fireplaces, ovens, stove tops, furnaces and more home appliances can all be powered by natural gas. To get that gas from the curb to your home, youll need a professional plumber. McNeill plumbing is your local expert in gas installation.

Powering your home with natural gas has several advantages. Primarily, gas is almost always more cost effective to use than electricity. There are usually less emissions involved when using natural gas as opposed to using electricity. Natural gas is also much more reliable than electricity. Natural gas outages are extremely rare, especially when compared to the frequency of electrical outages.

Today, more than ever, as we become more conscious of rising costs, energy use, and the environment, it really is time to consider converting to a tankless water heater. These systems not only have a positive effect regarding these issues; they feature systems designed to fit your specific needs. The advantages to owning a tankless water heater include:

Unlimited supply of hot waterSince a tankless water heater system works on demand, you have hot water when you want it and for as long as you want it.

Space efficientThe tankless water heater is much smaller than a water tank. This is especially beneficial if you are living in a condo or smaller home where extra space is always beneficial.

Water is clean and fresh A water tank stores water. This can lead to corrosion, rusting, and scale build-up in the tanks interior. This stored water is what you are using when you bathe, wash dishes, do laundry, and so on. End result the water you use is less than fresh.

Energy efficientThe system only runs when hot water is being used. When you turn off the hot water the unit turns off. Consequently energy is not being used energy when its not needed.

Savings on energy billsIf you currently have a tank water heater, a large percentage of your energy bill results directly from it. A tankless water heater can save you up to 40% on your water-heating bill. Remember, the system turns on only when there is a need (i.e., someone turns on the hot water faucet).

Longer lastingCompared to conventional water tanks, tankless water heaters last twice as long. A tankless system has an average life expectancy of 20 years.

Keith McNeil Plumbing. is ready to help make your transition to natural gas and a tankless water heater easy and painless. Our expert technicians will do the job right the first time, and have you saving money in no time.

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Plumbing contractors, general contractors, and plumbers whose businesses and services have closedby the COVID-19 pandemiccan receive online technical training in the use of tankless water heaters and boilers.

Navien, a manufacturer of water-heating equipment for residential and commercial construction projects, is offering live and on-demand digital trainings via webinar.

Live trainings are real-time virtual training sessions hosted by one of the Navien product trainers. Plumbing and construction professionals can view the training as it is presented, ask questions of the presenter, and receive real time feedback.

Prerecorded on-demand webinars may be viewed at the attendee'sconvenience. Contact information for the presenter will be provided so that attendees can ask questions via email.

Training sessions coveringthetechnical aspects of condensing tankless water heaters, non-condensing tankless water heaters, fire tube boilers, and fire tube boilers combi-boilers are available live or on demand.

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Minneapolis (WCCO) State pollution control officials are warning consumers not to flush any paper products other than toilet paper.

The Minnesota Pollution Control Agency says the lack of availability of toilet paper in stores amid the COVID-19 outbreak is causing people to use alternative options.

That includes products like baby wipes or paper towels.

We are seeing people flushing things down the toilet that they shouldnt be, Hero Plumbing, Heating, and Cooling drains manager Chris Stevens said.

Flushing those products can cause a big problem for pipes, including clogs and even sewage coming back up into the home.

Stevens said plumbers are slammed with business right now as working parents and school age children are suddenly at home all day.

Everyone is just using whatever they have, they have no option, Stevens said.

Stevens said a sewage backup can cost a homeowner tens of thousands of dollars. The MPCA also said flushing products other than toilet paper can also cost a city money in repairs and harm the environment.

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Who should do the cleanup depends on a number of factors. One consideration is the size of the mold problem. If the moldy area is less than about 10 square feet (less than roughly a 3 ft. by 3 ft. patch), in most cases, you can handle the job yourself, follow the Mold Cleanup Tips and Techniques. However:

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The tips and techniques presented in this section will help you clean up your mold problem. Professional cleaners or remediators may use methods not covered in this publication. Please note that mold may cause staining and cosmetic damage. It may not be possible to clean an item so that its original appearance is restored.

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During a flood cleanup, the indoor air quality in your home or office may appear to be the least of your problems. However, failure to remove contaminated materials and to reduce moisture and humidity can present serious long-term health risks. Standing water and wet materials are a breeding ground for microorganisms, such as viruses, bacteria, and mold. They can cause disease, trigger allergic reactions, and continue to damage materials long after the flood.

To learn more about flood clean up and indoor air quality, visit: Flood Cleanup and Effects on Indoor Air Quality.

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Mold has had its 15 minutes of fame over the last few years. Though the hype has died down, moldand mold remediationin homes is still an important issue. Customer complaints require home builders to have a fast action plan,both to clean up the mold problem and to show customers that a quality home builder(you) is looking out for their health and safety and the durability of their home.

There are two important things to remember about mold:

1. Prevent it by doing things right the first time

2. When you do face mold, take care of it immediately.

Ensuring your warranty team follows a process for mold remediation will take care of the latter.

The following steps, which can be adapted to fit within your company's policy, serve as a basic process for quickly remediating mold problems.

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Assessing mold growth involves more than just looking at what's visibly growing on the walls or in a corner. Mold can be an invisible intruder, growing behind and around what you first see. Such devious behavior requires inquisitive thinking.

First, understand that behind all mold growth is a water or moisture problem. Second, become a master of moisture know where moisture comes from and how it gets into the home. The ultimate goal of these two steps is for warranty representatives to identify a moisture source and use its location to help locate all mold growth, not just what's immediately visible.

Mold grows by releasing its reproductive cells (spores)into the air. Sporesare invisible to the naked eye, and mold can spread and grow anywhere in the home as long as moisture and oxygen are present. Common surfaces that harbor moldgrowth includedrywall, insulation, tile, fabrics, and wood.

Before you begin mold removal, document the mold situation with writing, photos and video. The warranty team supervisor will use the documentation to develop a remediation plan, which typically answers questions like when work is slated to begin, when that work is scheduled to be completed, who will be performing the remediation, any testing that should be done, and if homeowners will be temporarily relocated. In the longer term, the documentation can help manage liability for your company or point to larger trends in mold growth.

Mold may not always grow in one area, so you need to figure out how much contamination you're really looking at. Calculating the extent of the contamination will impact how you approach mold removal and clean up. The goal of mold removalis to clean up mold growing within the home, and to avoid exposing homeowners to large amounts of mold.

The New York City Department of Health (NYC DOH) has developed guidelines for cleaning up mold contamination. These guidelines are widely used in the construction industry and recommend six levels of mold removalbased on the square footage of the mold and whether or not the mold is located within the home's HVAC system. Following the NYC DOH's guidelines, available online, calculate the remediation level needed.

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Remediation will always involve cleaning up existing mold while avoiding exposure to oneself as well as homeowners, as well as preventing new growth by addressing the moisture source. Based on your calculation of the contamination area, determine if you're working in an area up to 30 square feet (approximately the size of a full sheet of drywall). If so, you'll be following the guidelines for remediation levels 1 and 2. Level 1 remediation is used for small, isolated areas of mold up to 10 square feet and Level 2 remediation covers square footage from 10 to 30 square feet.

The cleanup process is the same for Level 1 and Level 2 mold remediation and is comprised ofthese steps:

Reference the remediation plan during the actual remediation to make sure it's being followed. If additional mold is discovered during the clean up, the warranty supervisor should update the plan.

For contamination areas greater than 30 square feet, many builders hire outside mold removalfirms to perform the clean up. In this case, you and your team switch from actually performing mold remediation to supervising a qualified contractor. Having a general understanding of the proper procedures an outside company should be following is useful. The NYC DOH guidelines address such procedures for Level 3 contamination and above.

Just because the mold is gone and there's no dirt or dust doesn't mean that you're done. Your last step is to determine if your clean-up efforts have been successful. While this last step is a judgment call, there are some options and guidelines to follow.

The EPA document, Mold Remediation in Schools and Commercial Buildings, is a great resource that provides guidelines for helping you complete your clean up efforts. Some of these guidelines include:

Depending on your company and the specific details of a mold problem, additional testing by an environmental testing company may be performed after the clean up to verify that all mold has been removed.

When it comes to mold, the key is to implement a comprehensive moisture management strategy. Potential liability and health issues from mold can be dramatically decreased by doing it right the first time. Clean up must be immediate and thorough, following a process like the above steps. It may sound over-simplified, but the primary failure in response to homeowner complaints is simply the fact that builders don't respond fast enough, or with the emphasis that the issue is potentially serious.

Minimum personal protection equipment for levels 1 and 2 remediation includes an N95 respirator, eye goggles without vents and rubber gloves that extend to mid-forearm.

Following an immediate and thorough remediation plan is essential for getting rid of the mold and showing customers you're committed to acting quickly.

Before entering a home to assess a mold growth situation, make sure you have the necessary personal protective equipment.

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The Technology and Maintenance Council (TMC) S.4 Cab & Controls Study Group is charged with helping improve the design and maintenance of cab components and systems to enhance the drivers ability to properly, comfortably and economically operate highway vehicles, but they just might play a front-line role in keeping the trucking industry safe from the COVID-19 coronavirus.

Last fall, at TMCs meeting in Raleigh, N.C., the group pushed forward a recommended practice (RP) update approving the use of chlorine dioxide (ClO2) to combat bed bug infestation in a truck cab. RP 443 showed ClO2 was 100% effective in the removal of bed bugs, with the additional benefit of complete odor removal.

Six months later, and now in the throes of a global pandemic, Maverick Transportation Regional Service Manager Greg Johnsen started looking into if carriers could use the chemical in the fight against COVID-19, simply leaving bed bugs as collateral damage.

The RP protocol for eradicating bed bugs using ClO2 calls for a bucket with one gallon of water on the bunk and another with one gallon of water on the floor with an aerator placed into the buckets. Photo courtesy TMC RP 443

I started digging into ClO2, said Johnsen. Upon reading the literature I could find online, I noticed this product will kill just about everything. This product is used heavily in the mold remediation industry as well as for removing smoke odors from fire damage.

Johnsen reached out to a chemical manufacturing company, who confirmed that ClO2 was effective against pathogenic micro-organisms such as bacteria and viruses.

On March 18, he sent an email to TMC Executive Director Robert Braswell, urging him and the group to consider adding another update to RP 443, this time endorsing ClO2 as effective as a coronavirus decontamination agent in the cab of a truck.

That this virus can be killed with soap and water is reported by the CDC. Viruses are a fragile organism outside the body, unlike mold spores or other spores which have a hard shell, he said, noting that because it is effective against spore-forming bacteria, chlorine dioxide can also be used against anthrax. As this product kills [spores], it seemed to be a natural progression in my opinion.

Johnsen placed an order March 20 for enough ClO2 tablets to sanitize 50 Maverick trucks and has since used it 23 times, out of an abundance of caution, he said. Two uses were prompted by drivers who reported feeling ill, but didnt test positive for coronavirus. The chemical now, and going forward, is part of the Little Rock, Arkansas-based carriers regular cab sanitation practices.

The original thought process was, if the driver gets sick we can use this to sanitize the truck, he said. Secondarily, we decided any time a driver leaves us, were going to use this process to prep the truck for the new driver out of an abundance of caution.

Johnsen, who tested negative for COVID last week, noted that the product was far from a silver bullet, but given that the coronavirus is such a serious and widespread issue, said he feels we are very close in getting the RP update passed after barely more than a week of conversation among S.4 stakeholders.

When dealing with an issue of this proportion, he said, you want to make sure the Is are dotted and the Ts crossed.

A battery-operated aerator, like the one shown above, is placed into the buckets in a truck cab along with a ClO2 pellet according to RP 443 bed bug protocol.

The RP protocol for eradicating bed bugs using ClO2 calls for the removal of all soft goods from the cab, including mattress and curtains, and sealing vents and door seams. Visible signage should be placed in the window warning not to enter the truck, and that a treatment is taking place. A bucket with one gallon of water is placed on the bunk and another with one gallon of water on the floor with a battery-operated aerator placed into the buckets. A ClO2 pellet is gently placed in each bucket, aerators turned on and the cab sealed, and left for five hours (24 hours if you dont use an aerator). When the process is complete, all APU and cabin filters should be changed.

As for how the process itself might differ in attacking the COVID coronavirus, Johnsen said that is a work in progress as the update is still in the final review phase with S.4.

However, the short version, he said, is we can fully sanitize a Class 8 tractor in less than seven hours. Ten hours if you include three hours that the virus could live as an airborne contaminate.

The protocol for the cab disinfection method, as posted to TMC Connect this weekend, is to open the refrigerator and all cabinets in the truck and sleeper berth, affix treatment signs to all exterior truck entry points and tape over exterior vents with non-marring tape to seal the cab. Place one gallon of water in a pail, hang the battery-powered aerator on the edge and extend the hose with an air stone to the bottom. Place the pail in the center of the truck on the floor, turn on the aerator and place a 100 gram ClO2 tablet into the pail and exit the truck cab, closing vents, doors and windows for five hours or until vapors cease and water is clear. Leaving overnight is ideal. When the ClO2 solution has turned clear, it can be disposed of via discharge into a sanitary sewer. After treatment, flush the treated space with fresh air for up to one hour or until the odor has dissipated. This can be expedited using a fan or blower. After replacing the cabin air filter and bunk air filter, the truck can be returned to service.

When used as a liquid, you spray it on a surface and walk away, Johnsen said. No need to wipe off or clean afterwards, as it is a disinfectant. We can do this vapor process for about $20 per truck. A small cost for keeping our driver and technician population safe.

If sanitizing using ClO2 in liquid-form, open the cabinets and refrigerator, cleaning any highly soiled surfaces with an appropriate cleaner. Select a container size-appropriate for a ClO2 dilution level of 500 parts per million (ppm) a 20 gram ClO2 tablet for a gallon of water, or a 100 gram ClO2 tablet for 5 gallons of water. Gently place the tablet into the water and allow two to three minutes to dissolve. Check the solution with a test strip to confirm its strength is between 250 ppm and 500 ppm, and fill a wet fogger or sprayer with the ClO2 solution. Wet fog or lightly spray all surfaces, ceiling to floor, allowing five minutes of wet contact time. No wiping or rinsing is required, and allow surfaces to dry before returning the truck to service.

Chlorine dioxide can be used in vapor- or a liquid-form, but as a liquid it is more fragile and its effectiveness is vulnerable to sunlight. Once diluted from tablet- to liquid-form, it has a shelf life of up to six months if stored correctly in an air-tight opaque container out of direct sunlight.

For in-cab treatment, the vapor and liquid methods can be combined, with the deeper cleaning vapor treatment being performed first and the liquid treatment applied afterward to surfaces and/or common touch points.

A nationwide buying frenzy on most consumer disinfectants is already underway, and with stores across the country struggling to keep up with demand for Lysol and bleach, Johnsen said his local chemical supplier has already told him theres an increased demand for ClO2.

He called and said he just sold 1,000 packs, he recalled. I asked him how many he had left and he said 50, and I told him, well now you have 25, because I want half of them.

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Before an Individual ever decides to search for the best mold testing company in their field, they should first understand a couple of facts:

1. In the authors opinion, every house on our planet has mold in it. Mold is a member of this Fungi family and exists naturally in our environment. It is airborne and enters our houses whenever a door or window is open and also in various other ways.

2. Inside of a home, mold wont be an issue unless its been confronted with water for at least 48-72 hrs. So, when you have seen, or know of signs of water within your house and you also suspect it has been there for at least 48 hours, you are most certain to own harmful (toxic) mold.

3. Even in case you fail to see any water, it still may be lurking behind your countertops, walls, or bathtubs; perhaps under chimney or other locations. If you are able to smell a musty or unpleasant odor (some in the household might detect it while others cant), you get a harmful mold issue.

4. In the event you or other people of your own house suffer with asthma, other respiratory problems, coughing, runny nose or eyes, headaches, or even have to feel much better if youre away from the home and worse when youre in it, you almost certainly have a mold problem.

Knowing you likely have a mold problem but not knowing what direction to go after that, speaks volumes in favor of choosing an expert. But that ? You could likely have several mold inspection businesses to chose from on web sites such as Yahoo or Google; however how does a homeowner get the ideal one for his or her demands?

My advice would be: First I would recommend that the business focuses primarily on mold. I personally recommend that they will have both experience and education at least equal to or better than their competitors. While most every state requires that home inspectors be licensed, only two nations require so of mold inspectors.Are they are licensed? This would tell you they cared about their profession to acquire knowledge and training to match standards. Experience counts. How long has the inspector been certified? How many jobs are they achieved? Not only the organization, however the average person inspector? Could they receive references? Have they been mentioned by the Better Business Bureau for almost any deceptive, deceitful, or unethical methods?

In case they have been it could be a clear conflict of interest. Could not it be to there attention to overstate the level of mold issues and/or the sum of remediation needed when these were in line to get work worth several thousands of dollars? Therefore, I recommend that you find an expert who just inspects for mold.

Okay, so today how in case your inspector look for in order to find your trouble? If they are finished are they able to let you know for certain where your mold is and why you have the issue? Isnt that how you would like to spend your own money?

Testing for mold is most often done by the conventional procedure called air-testing. This process stinks air to some system which then traps it into a lab testing dish, which subsequently gets sent to a laboratory for culturing. This procedure sometimes takes a week or more for the outcome. When atmosphere testing is completed, the inspector should always take one test outside the house in order to determine a benchmark as to what mold(s) are predominant in your region. They then will endeavour to take as many tests inside the house as the customer.

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