NC Healthy Homes

Mold and Moisture

Moisture problems in the home can result in the growth of mold increasing the risk of allergic illnesses and asthma attacks.

Lead exposure is a serious health threat to children and women of child-bearing age.

Preventing injuries and keeping hazardous products away from children ensures a safe and healthy home environment.

Keeping your home clean and properly maintained is critical to having a safe and healthy home.

Mold and Moisture

Lead Hazards

Safety and Pesticides

Cleaning Up

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A healthy home assessment by a trained professional can help uncover hidden hazards in your home. Watch this video to see the Vasquez family’s story!

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Resources / Training

The North Carolina Healthy Homes program works to creates resources that are helpful for parents, homeowners, renters and professionals to promote safe and healthy places to live.

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Get in touch
We look forward to hearing from you, no matter the subject. For contacting us please use our contact page or the info below.
Phone: (336) 641-3771
Email: pcox@co.guilford.nc.us

Consumer Awareness

Consumer Awareness Week April 17^th – 23^rd The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) is charged with protecting the public from unreasonable risks of injury or death from thousands of types of consumer products under the agency's jurisdiction. The CPSC is committed...
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Calendar of Events

Healthy Homes Related Awareness Months January National Radon Action Month (http://www.epa.gov/radon/nram/)
February National “Care About Your Indoor Air” Month Burn Awareness Week Burn Awareness
March Poisoning Prevention Awareness Month October 18, 2010 0 Comments read more
FAQs

Frequently Asked Questions:
Q. Why do healthy homes matter?
A. There are many health conditions that are influenced by your home, such as respiratory infections, asthma, injuries and burns, reactions to extreme cold and extreme heat, irritations, allergy, rashes, poisonings, asphyxiation, neurotoxic...
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