Winter Freeze Bursts Pipes Across Texas Resulting in Mold, Lead and Even Asbestos Exposure Concerns

The winter frost that caused so much devastation in Texas and the surrounding area earlier this month is now estimated to cost $ 18 billion due to damage to homes and buildings. Much of the damage is directly related to the pipe freeze and water damage that has affected so many homes, schools and businesses.

When the water freezes in a pipe, it expands and creates tremendous pressure. If the pipe breaks, a utility line can easily shed hundreds of gallons of water into a structure in no time. The water gradually descends into the lowest area it can reach. This means that a burst pipe on a second or third floor can cause water damage on that floor and the floors below. Even a sewer pipe can, under certain conditions, freeze and burst, allowing potentially infectious waste to enter a structure.

?? When pipes burst, the direct water damage they cause is rarely the only problem. ?? said Joe Frasca, senior vice president of marketing at EMSL Analytical, Inc.? Microbial problems can arise quickly if a property is not properly dried in a timely manner. Standing water, damp materials or high humidity can quickly create the ideal breeding ground for mold and bacteria. This creates health and safety concerns and increases repair costs. While cleaning and repair work is in progress, lead-based materials and paints containing asbestos can also present an exposure hazard if not handled properly.

With multiple laboratories in Texas and dozens more in North America, EMSL Analytical can test for mold, bacteria, lead, asbestos, and other water-related hazards. EMSL offers sampling accessories, easy-to-use test kits and a wide range of construction inspection tools. EMSL also sponsored a video with information and tips on water damage and mold from frozen pipes, which can be viewed at: https://youtu.be/2COWOL40RkQ.

For more information on mold, asbestos, lead, and other indoor climate quality inspection services and inspection tools (IEQ), please visit www.EMSL.com, call (800) 220-3675, or email [email protected] . To order IEQ test kits, visit www.EMSLTestKits.com.

About EMSL Analytical, Inc.
EMSL Analytical is one of the leading test laboratories with 46 locations in the USA and Canada. EMSL is a nationally recognized and locally oriented provider specializing in rapid laboratory results for molds, bacteria, Legionella, USP 797, pathogens, asbestos, lead, soot, charcoal and ashes from fires, VOCs, odors, radon, formaldehyde, indoor air quality, microbiology, environmental, industrial hygiene, radiology, food, beverage and consumer goods as well as material testing services for the identification of unknowns Substances. EMSL serves both professionals and the general public. EMSL maintains an extensive list of accreditations from leading organizations, state and federal regulators, including but not limited to A2LA, AIHA-LAP, LLC (AIHA-LAP, LLC EMLAP, AIHA-LAP, LLC IHLAP, AIHA-LAP, LLC ELLAP) , NVLAP, CDC ELITE, CPSC, CA ELAP, NY ELAP, TX DOH, NJDEP, and several other government accreditation agencies. Please visit our website at www.EMSL.com for a full list of accreditations. In addition, EMSL offers a wide range of sampling devices and testing products for environmental professionals.

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