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Advancing Indoor Air Quality: The Case for Routine Monitoring of Ultrafine Particles and Volatile Chemicals Using Advanced Sensing Technologies

This peer-reviewed article argues for routine monitoring of ultrafine particles and volatile chemicals to better protect indoor air quality. It focuses on emerging sensing technologies and the need for more consistent building-environment surveillance.

August 4, 2026 · 1 min read

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Contractor & Industry
Bio-Based Fiber–Reinforced Cementitious Composites: Durability Mechanisms, Fungal Susceptibility and Research Gaps

This review examines how moisture, organic fiber content, porosity, and pH can make bio-based cementitious materials vulnerable to fungal growth. It also identifies major testing and field-data gaps in predicting mold-related deterioration.
August 4, 2026
Technology
Reveal Hidden Roof Moisture with FLIR Thermal Infrared Drone Services

The article promotes drone-based thermal roof inspections to identify subsurface moisture intrusion. It describes orthomosaic thermal maps, geotagged records, and radiometric annotations as part of the deliverable
August 4, 2026
Disaster & Storm
FixMold Miami Expands Independent Mold and Water Intrusion Testing for Condo Boards Ahead of Florida's Dec. 31 Structural Deadline

FixMold Miami said it is expanding independent mold and water intrusion testing for condo boards across South Florida. The company said its technicians use infrared thermal imaging, moisture-detection instruments, and connected air-monitoring tools to document intrusion patterns and trace leaks to their source
August 4, 2026
Disaster & Storm
Storm Damage Water Cleanup NJ: Forensic Reporting for 2026 Insurance Claims

The company said modern restoration now relies on moisture mapping, infrared thermal imaging, and Xactimate estimating to document hidden water damage. It said the approach helps quantify losses and reduce pricing disputes with insurers
August 4, 2026
Technology
Exosens triples thermal camera production capacity to support accelerating demand for drone and counter-drone applications

Exosens said it will triple thermal camera production capacity in 2026 to meet growing global demand for advanced imaging systems. The expansion is aimed at drone and counter-drone uses, underscoring broader demand for thermal imaging hardware relevant to inspection work
August 4, 2026
Contractor & Industry
Women are underrepresented in the skilled trades. A local effort is trying to change that

A Cincinnati-area initiative is working to increase women’s participation in commercial construction through mentorship, scholarships and a summer camp. The report cites sharply low female representation on job sites and in the broader construction workforce.
August 4, 2026
veteran-health
Oscar G. Johnson VAMC hosts veteran enrollment Aug. 12

The Oscar G. Johnson VA Medical Center will hold an outreach event on Aug. 12 to help veterans determine whether they qualify for health care and benefits under the PACT Act. Officials say the event is aimed at veterans who were previously denied but may now be eligible because of toxic exposure changes.
August 4, 2026
veteran-health
VA Support in 2026: What's New for Veterans & Families

This article says the PACT Act continues to expand health care and benefits eligibility for veterans exposed to burn pits and other toxic substances. It also claims that more than 1.2 million PACT Act claims had been filed by late 2025, with many already approved.
August 4, 2026
Mold & Health
Understanding the MOLD Act and Proposed Military ...

The piece explains proposed military housing legislation that would expand accountability for mold conditions in privatized housing. It says covered costs could include inspections, mold remediation, relocation expenses, and housing allowance refunds tied to uninhabitable units.
August 4, 2026
Contractor & Industry
Restoration Today - Podcast

A recent episode highlighted the restoration labor market, hiring trends and retention strategies, with a focus on compensation data and what it takes to build a company people want to work for. The discussion reflects continuing workforce pressure across the industry.
August 4, 2026
Legislation
With Honor Action Joins Letter on Including the MOLD Act ...

A coalition of military and veterans groups urged House and Senate Armed Services leaders to include the MOLD Act in the final FY2027 NDAA. The letter backs stronger health and safety standards for privatized military family housing.
August 4, 2026
Legislation
2026 Florida Construction Laws and Updates

This article compiles Florida construction-law changes for 2026, including items relevant to building standards and compliance. It is a state-level policy update rather than direct coverage of federal MOLD Act or PACT Act legislation.
August 4, 2026
Disaster & Storm
Understanding the MOLD Act and Proposed Military Housing Reforms

Sen. Richard Blumenthal introduced the MOLD Act on Jan. 15, 2026, to set national standards for mold, humidity, and water intrusion in military housing. The bill advanced through committee as part of the FY2027 NDAA before failing a cloture vote on July 14.
August 4, 2026
Property Owner
PuroClean of Greater Landover Opens 24/7 Property Damage Restoration Services in Capitol Heights

PuroClean of Greater Landover announced round-the-clock property damage restoration services in Capitol Heights. The company says the expansion is intended to provide faster emergency response and damage assessment for property owners.
August 4, 2026
Disaster & Storm
City of Kissimmee Property Owners to Receive 25% Flood Insurance Discount Following FEMA Rating Upgrade

Kissimmee property owners eligible under the National Flood Insurance Program will see a 25% flood insurance discount after the city earned a stronger FEMA Community Rating System score. The lower premiums are set to apply to most policies issued or renewed on or after Oct. 1, 2026.
August 4, 2026
Legislation
Building Safety Remediation: monthly data release - June 2026

The monthly update shows local authority enforcement action is underway against 906 buildings over 11m with suspected unsafe cladding. The release tracks the pace of remediation and enforcement activity across the building safety program.
August 4, 2026
Property Owner
Phase 2 of Awaab's Law puts landlords on high alert

New rules will extend fixed investigation and repair deadlines for serious housing hazards, including damp and mould, to a wider set of risks later this year. Emergency hazards must be made safe within 24 hours, while significant hazards face a 10-working-day investigation window.
August 4, 2026
Disaster & Storm
Financial Assistance Now Available for Philadelphia Residents and Businesses Impacted by July 11 Severe Storm Damage

Philadelphia officials announced recovery aid for residents and businesses hit by severe storm damage on July 11. The assistance package includes federal SBA disaster loans and city grant funding for eligible small businesses.
August 4, 2026
Disaster & Storm
FEMA approves firefighting funds for 3 Wash. wildfires

FEMA approved federal funds to help Washington cover firefighting costs for the Fairview, Autumn Lane and Sinlahekin fires. The agency said the blazes threatened destruction severe enough to meet the threshold for major disaster assistance.
August 4, 2026