Springfield Quality Services offers a home inspection to ensure you are safe in your residence based out of Carthage, MO, and available nationally.
When it comes to detecting volatile organic compounds (VOCs) during a home inspection, Springfield Quality Services stands out as the best choice. Our team is trained to identify hidden sources of VOCs—such as building materials, household products, or past renovations—that can compromise indoor air quality and pose health risks. Using cutting-edge testing technology, we provide thorough inspections and clear, actionable reports to help homeowners make informed decisions. Whether you’re buying a new home, dealing with unexplained odors, or simply want to ensure a safe living environment, Springfield Quality Services delivers the expertise and attention to detail you can trust.
What are VOCs?
VOCs are compounds with high vapor pressure and low water solubility. Many VOCs are artificial and used in the manufacturing of paints or pharmaceuticals. In addition, these chemicals can be found in building materials used in common household products such as:
- Cooking sources
- Gasoline and fuel
- Air freshener
- Carpeting
- Laser printers
- Paints
- Cleaning products
- and many other sources.
You may be exposed to VOCs in your home if you find yourself suddenly nauseous or experiencing headaches or smell odors not common to your home.
According to the EPA, health effects from VOC exposure can include irritation of the eyes, nose, and throat, headaches, damage to the liver, kidney, and central nervous system, or even cancer in animals and humans.
How Springfield Quality Services find VOCs
The team at Springfield Quality Services in Carthage, MO can conduct a home inspection and testing to locate the VOCs in your home since they are often found in indoor air. We use a sorbent badge, worn by occupants of a building for up to 8 hours, to determine VOC exposure in the workplace. We use a sorbent tube, placed on an air pump for 2 hours, to determine VOC exposure in a given area. The test also looks for mold VOC and Formaldehyde levels and in homes that have experienced a fire.
Find out if a home test is suitable for you and your family by calling us at (417) 323-6235. You can also click the button below for more information or to schedule a home inspectio