Dmitri A Martin
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Home Performance Demographics
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I own a small home performance business in Wisconsin. We have been fortunate to keep booked over the last 3 years by tapping into large contracts. As a result we have not had to spend much time on…Continue

Started this discussion. Last reply by Dmitri A Martin Nov 9, 2012.

Spray Foam Liability
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According to the EPA, exposures to spray foam's key ingredient, isocyanates, and…Continue

Started this discussion. Last reply by Bruce Navin Feb 14, 2012.

Ambient Combustable Gas
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I recently audited a home and found my gas leak detector (TIF 8800A) went off when I entered the home.  This was the first time I noticed it doing this happening on the homes I've tested to date. I…Continue

Started this discussion. Last reply by Tom Barrett Jan 6, 2012.

 

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Dmitri A Martin replied to Dmitri A Martin's discussion Home Performance Demographics
"A while back I read an article that presented statistics on percent of HP consumers who identified themselves by political affiliation and religion. It was quite interesting but now I can't find the article. Has anyone else read it? Can you…"
Nov 9, 2012
Dmitri A Martin posted a discussion

Home Performance Demographics

I own a small home performance business in Wisconsin. We have been fortunate to keep booked over the last 3 years by tapping into large contracts. As a result we have not had to spend much time on marketing or money on advertising. At the end of this year our current contract will expire and we will need to begin advertising to bring in leads and keep the schedule full.I'm in the process of developing a marketing plan which includes identification of market segments and demographic,…See More
Nov 9, 2012
Dmitri A Martin commented on Diane Chojnowski's group Facebook Pages
"Here is our page: http://www.facebook.com/greenstarwi It hasn't been updated for about a year and a half...most of the pics are of low-income weatherization homes we worked on."
Oct 18, 2012
Dmitri A Martin replied to Evan Mills's discussion Crawlspace (and Spray Foam) from Hell
"I'm not sure what climate region you are in but if it's anything like Wisconsin, you might need to take precautions so your pipes don't freeze unless you have some heat loss from the main floor, ductwork, and/or equipment in the…"
Feb 16, 2012
Bruce Navin replied to Dmitri A Martin's discussion Spray Foam Liability
"As someone who has worked for a manufacturer, and in partnership with manufacturers; (none in this field), I would advise you to not hold your breath regarding specific time guidelines for safe occupancy. There are just too many variables. For…"
Feb 14, 2012
Scott Katznelson replied to Dmitri A Martin's discussion Spray Foam Liability
"Thanks for that information, Dmitri.  I think I still wouldn't trust a cartridge to protect me.  I also feel that OSHA was being very politically cautious in their statement, vague to the point of saying nothing really…"
Feb 10, 2012
Dmitri A Martin replied to Dmitri A Martin's discussion Spray Foam Liability
"Correction: 6001 organic/vapor filters"
Feb 10, 2012
Dmitri A Martin replied to Dmitri A Martin's discussion Spray Foam Liability
"Thank you for sharing your experience. With regard to filter cartridges, I too had heard they didn't work for isocyanates.  However, I researched it further and found this document from 3M that says that OSHA has provided clarification and…"
Feb 10, 2012
Carlos Espinoza replied to Dmitri A Martin's discussion Spray Foam Liability
"BPI has an article about this subject: http://www.bpi.org/news_pm_july_10.aspx#i1 They [BPI] direct those involved with the product should visit http://www.spraypolyurethane.org/ for information and direction."
Feb 9, 2012
Scott Katznelson replied to Dmitri A Martin's discussion Spray Foam Liability
"I am glad to see a discussion of this topic.  Before becoming an energy auditor, I worked for 10 years as a sculptor in the movies.  We used vast quantities of two-part foam for various set-building purposes, in what would be…"
Feb 9, 2012
Dmitri A Martin commented on Peter Troast's blog post Understanding Lead Gen Services for Home Performance Businesses
"All good analysis and comments...but how do we beat the crap out of SM?  I've tried optimizing our web site (www.greenstarwi.com) for google searches and advertising on facebook and google.  Only google ads produced any conversions…"
Feb 9, 2012
Bob Kretvix replied to Dmitri A Martin's discussion Spray Foam Liability
"You are right about the significant cost for air sampling.  As an Industrial Hygienist, that is primarily what I do for a living (in addition to home performance audits) - we are the experts in indoor air quality and chemical exposure…"
Feb 9, 2012
Glen Gallo replied to Dmitri A Martin's discussion Spray Foam Liability
"It seems like a good idea. While as Sean points out these waivers are often shot apart in court, however it serves as a trail to inform and might provide protection in the event of litigation. With the foam being used in this application for as…"
Feb 5, 2012
Dmitri A Martin replied to Dmitri A Martin's discussion Spray Foam Liability
"I'm not sure what you are referring to as BS.  I know that air sampling is not practical and don't intend on undertaking this approach.  However, manufacturers are not going to give specific guidance so all the decision making,…"
Jan 31, 2012
Sean Lintow Sr replied to Dmitri A Martin's discussion Spray Foam Liability
"Forgive me but - Bull $$$$ New construction - no issues Remodels - healthy or sensitive I would recommend they enjoy a hotel for the night if you do an entire attic, or fill the walls (of course they shouldn't be there when the spraying is…"
Jan 30, 2012
Dmitri A Martin posted a discussion

Spray Foam Liability

According to the EPA, exposures to spray foam's key ingredient, isocyanates, and other SPF chemicals in vapors, aerosols, and dust during and after installation can cause asthma, sensitization, lung damage, other respiratory and breathing problems, and skin and eye irritation.  Furthermore, isocyanates can trigger a severe and potentially fatal asthma attack in sensitized…See More
Jan 30, 2012

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