New Construction & Renovation Consultation
Build it right
before the walls go up.
Most indoor air quality problems are designed in — not discovered. EnviroHealth partners with homeowners, homebuilders and renovators to prevent the issues that hurt families and haunt homes for decades.
Once drywall is up, vapor barriers are buried, and ductwork is sealed — fixing a design flaw becomes exponentially more expensive. Most builders and architects make decisions on moisture control, ventilation, and material choices without an indoor environmental scientist at the table.
Every renovation is an opportunity.
THE PROBLEM
New construction isn’t inherently safe
Modern tight building envelopes trap pollutants, moisture, and off-gassing materials if ventilation isn't designed to match. When moisture issues do occur in energy efficient buildings, materials don’t dry, leading to mold.
Renovation stirs what’s already there
Opening walls, disturbing insulation, and changing air pressure dynamics can activate latent mold, asbestos, and chemical reservoirs.
Problems appear years later
Builders are gone. Warranties are void. And the family living in the home is left wondering why they feel sick every morning.
"Most contractors and engineers have one method: trying to provide a solution without solving a problem. This ends up wasting time and money."
- Brantley May, Building Scientist
Where EnviroHealth fits in your build or renovation
OUR PROCESS
We embed as a 3rd party specialist consultant alongside your architect, GC, and HVAC contractor — at the moments that actually matter for long-term indoor health.
PRE-DESIGN / PRE-PURCHASE
Baseline Assessment
Before decisions are made, we assess the existing structure - its moisture history, current air quality, and design vulnerabilities. For new builds, we review the site and preliminary plans for design considerations and climate-specific risks.
DESIGN PHASE
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Healthy-Home Design Review
We review architectural and mechanical plans for indoor air quality risk — vapor and moisture control layers, ventilation strategy, duct placement, and material specifications, flagging design flaws before they're built in. We can also provide low-VOC or non-toxic alternatives to your installed building materials.
DURING CONSTRUCTION
In-Process Inspections
We inspect at key milestones — framing, insulation, and pre-drywall — to verify moisture control, air sealing, and mechanical systems are installed correctly. Catching issues early can save tens of thousands.
After move-in, we perform a final air quality and mechanical commissioning check. We verify that ventilation is performing to design, humidity is controlled, and occupants have a clear protocol for long-term home health maintenance.
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POST-OCCUPANCY
Commissioning Verification
Consulting services for new builds & renovations
WHAT’S INCLUDED
Each engagement is tailored to your project type, phase, and scope. Services may be delivered standalone or as part of a long-term consultation.
Pre-Reno Due Diligence
A thorough environmental review of an existing home before you buy — mold, moisture history, IAQ concerns, and building science red flags. Know what you're walking into.
Construction Plan Review
Engineering-level analysis of architectural and mechanical drawings for vapor control, ventilation, airtightness, and material selection — before anything is built.
Healthy Material Consultation
Guidance on low-VOC or non-toxic materials, finishes, insulation types, and adhesives — with a specific eye toward off-gassing, moisture interaction, and long-term indoor environmental quality.
HVAC System Design Oversight
Review and recommendations on HVAC sizing, duct design, filtration, and ventilation strategy — ensuring your mechanical system actively contributes to indoor air quality rather than undermining it.
Pre-Drywall Inspection
An on-site inspection at the critical pre-enclosure phase — verifying moisture control, air sealing, insulation installation, and mechanical rough-in before everything is sealed behind walls.
Post-Occupancy Commissioning
After move-in, we verify that ventilation, humidity control, and air quality are performing to design intent — and provide the homeowner with a long-term maintenance protocol.
Built for people who want to get it right the first time
WHO THIS IS FOR?
Whether you're breaking ground or breaking walls, EnviroHealth can serve as your indoor environmental advisor throughout the process.
New Home Builders
Working with an architect and GC on a custom build? We integrate as your IAQ consultant from plan review through post-occupancy commissioning.
Major Renovators
Gut renovations, additions, and whole-house projects open walls and disturb what's hidden. We help you renovate safely and build back better.
Health-Conscious Buyers
About to purchase a home? Get an environmental due diligence review before you close — not six months after you start feeling symptoms.
Architects & Contractors
Looking for a building science and IAQ specialist to bring onto client projects? We collaborate with design and build teams as a specialist subcontractor.
Standard home inspectors check boxes. EnviroHealth applies engineering, chemistry, and microbiology to understand how your home functions as a system — before and after construction.
Not an inspector. A building scientist.
WHY ENVIROHEALTH
ENVIROHEALTH
✓ Root-cause analysis using building science
✓ Engineering-level plan review and mechanical design oversight
✓ Moisture control, vapor barriers, and envelope performance
✓ HVAC design evaluation and ventilation strategy
✓ Material toxicity and off-gassing guidance
✓ Holistic system view — not siloed by trade
✓ Specialized in sensitive individuals and chemically reactive occupants
TYPICAL HOME INSPECTOR
✗ Only performs basic visual or code inspection
✗ No prior plan review or pre-construction involvement
✗ Moisture presence may be noted, but root issue(s) aren’t diagnosed
✗ Doesn’t have vital HVAC design knowledge
✗ No expertise in material chemistry
✗ One trade perspective at a time
✗ No specialized protocols for those with certain sensitivities
We understand that every project has a budget. Whether you need plans reviewed, retrofit solutions, or expert guidance on HVAC and healthy building material recommendations, we’ll customize a scope of work that provides the most value for your investment.
Your needs, customized
WE WANT TO HELP
Variable options
Plan review
Retrofitting solutions
Expert level guidance on HVAC
Healthy home building material recommendations
Custom scope of work
Ready to build a healthier home?
GET STARTED
Tell us about your project — new build, renovation, or pre-purchase.
We'll outline the right engagement for your phase and timeline.