Episode #15: An IEP's Perspective: Tips for Buying & Renting a Healthier Home Part 2 With Michael Schrantz

Please join us for Part 2 of our interview with Michael Schrantz where we continue our conversation on an IEP’s Perspective: Tips for Buying & Renting a Healthier Home. If you missed Part 1, we discussed red flags a buyer or renter might be looking for when touring a home. We talk about considerations for various types of foundations, heating and cooling systems, and exterior issues that can affect the inside of your home. We closed out Part 1 by talking about common misconceptions surrounding “dead” mold and how mold in one part of the home can affect the entire home. In Part 2, we open the conversation talking about the unique situation renters find themselves in and Michael shares strategies they can use to help them find a healthier home. For homeowners and renters, we cover helpful prevention strategies and tools you can use to maintain a healthier home.  Finally, we end our conversation with a very honest discussion about the stress, anxiety, and hopelessness that happens when trying to find a home after mold and water damage. At the end of the day, finding a healthier home is possible!If a move is in your future, be sure to check out Part 2 of our interview with Michael Schrantz! Episode Highlights:·       Renters likely won’t have a formal inspection, so what are some things they can do to try and find the best place possible? (1:28)·       What are some other indoor pollutants in the home and how do you test and prevent them? (9:48)·       What are some common mistakes you see people making that can result in mold and water damage? (20:33)·       What are some things you do in your own home to prevent mold and water damage, etc.? (23:05)·       What is relative humidity and why does it matter? (27:15)·       Can you talk about some of the misinformation, anxiety, PTSD, etc., that can make this process harder, scarier, and even more overwhelming for homeowners and renters? (33:43) Get in touch with our guest at:https://environmentalanalytics.net/ Learn more about Change the Air Foundation:  https://changetheairfoundation.org/ Sign up for our newsletter: https://changetheairfoundation.org/stay-informed/Donate: https://changetheair-bloom.kindful.com/ Disclaimer: Your Indoor Air Podcast, a Change the Air Foundation production, is for general informational purposes only and does not constitute the practice of medicine, nursing, healthcare or other professional services, such as giving healthcare advice. The use of information on this podcast or materials linked from this podcast is at the user’s own risk. The content of this podcast is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical care.  Users should not disregard or delay in seeking medical attention for any medical condition or concern they may have.