September 1990
Preliminary Study of Pollutants In Two Unoccupied New Homes summarizes the results of a preliminary study of pollutant measurements in two unoccupied new homes. The study was conducted to gain further understanding of pollutant types, indoor air quality (IAQ) and strengths attributable to building products and materials. Comparing these results with subsequent post-occupancy tests should identify pollutants and IAQ issues that can be attributed to occupants and the products they introduce into homes. Target pollutants included radon, lead, pesticides, respirable particulates, yeast and mold (aerobics), carbon monoxide, relative humidity, and highly volatile organic solvents, and volatile organic compounds (VOCs).
Prepared for:
National Association of Home Builders
Subcommittee on Indoor Air Quality
23 pages