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Legionnaires disease is a form of pneumonia caused by bacteria, called Legionella, that live in water. A similar disease, Pontiac Fever, is a milder, influenza-like illness without pneumonia that is also caused by Legionella bacteria.

Legionella is commonly found in aquatic environments, and some species have been found in soil. The organisms are found in a wide range of environmental conditions and are relatively resistant to low pH, dissolved oxygen levels, and routine chlorination techniques for drinking water. Temperatures above 104 degrees F promote the rapid multiplication of the organism. The organisms are consistently found in the biofilm that forms in aquatic environments, cooling towers, and potable water systems. Transmission occurs from contaminated water that becomes aerosolized and inhaled by a susceptible host.

Outbreaks of Legionella have increased at least 400% over the last 15 years. Healthy Home Environmental Services will help facilities develop and implement a water management program to reduce Legionella growth and spread that is specific to your building.

Monitoring testing should be completed once a year, every quarter, or even monthly.

Symptoms of Legionnaires’ Disease Can Include:

• Cough
• Shortness of breath
• High fever
• Muscle aches
• Headaches.

These symptoms usually begin 2 or more days after being exposed to the bacteria, but can take two weeks to begin.

The key to preventing Legionnaires’ disease is to make sure that building owners and managers maintain building water systems in order to reduce the risk of Legionella growth and spread. Examples of building water systems that might grow and spread Legionella include but are not limited to:

• Hot tubs
• Hot water tanks and heaters
• Large plumbing systems
• Cooling towers (structures that contain water and a fan as part of centralized air-cooling systems for building or industrial processes)
• Decorative fountains

Legionella grows best in warm water, like the water temperatures used in hot tubs. However, warm temperatures also make it hard to keep disinfectants, such as chlorine, at the levels needed to kill germs like Legionella. Disinfectant and other chemical levels in hot tubs should be checked regularly, and hot tubs should be cleaned as recommended by the manufacturer.

Nitrate is a naturally occurring compound that can be found in soil and rocks. However, it can also be introduced to well water through various human-made sources, including fertilizers, septic systems, animal manure, and leaking sewer lines. High levels of nitrate in well water can pose a significant health risk, especially for infants who consume large amounts of water through formula. In addition to nitrate, the presence of high levels of nitrates in well water can also indicate the presence of other harmful contaminants such as bacteria and pesticides. That’s why it’s crucial to have your water tested regularly by a professional water testing service. At Healthy Home Environmental Services, we offer comprehensive water testing services to help you identify any potential contaminants in your water, including nitrate. Our team of experts uses state-of-the-art equipment and techniques to provide accurate and reliable testing services for residential and commercial properties in the Central Florida area. We also offer customized recommendations for water treatment and filtration systems that are tailored to your specific needs and budget. Contact us today to schedule your water testing appointment and take the first step towards clean and safe drinking water.

Lead is a toxic heavy metal that can pose a significant health risk when it enters your drinking water. One of the most common ways that lead enters your water is through the corrosion of service pipes that contain lead. This is especially true in areas with high acidity or low mineral content that can corrode pipes and fixtures. The most significant source of lead in drinking water is from brass or chrome-plated brass faucets and fixtures with lead solder. Hot water can also exacerbate the problem by allowing more significant amounts of lead to enter into the water. If your home was built before 1986, it is more likely to have lead pipes, fixtures, and solder. That’s why it’s essential to have your water tested regularly by a professional water testing service. At Healthy Home Environmental Services, we offer comprehensive water testing services to help you identify any potential lead contamination in your water. Our team of experts uses state-of-the-art equipment and techniques to provide accurate and reliable testing services for residential and commercial properties in the Central Florida area. We also offer customized recommendations for water treatment and filtration systems that are tailored to your specific needs and budget. Contact us today to schedule your water testing appointment and take the first step towards clean and safe drinking water for you and your family.