If you have often wondered how to measure electrosmog and electromagnetic fields, this article will provide you with useful information. There are many apps and inexpensive measuring devices for measuring electromagnetic fields and electrosmog. But which methods are actually reliable and safe ?
Can you measure electrosmog yourself?
Electrosmog is omnipresent. It is made up of the low-frequency electrical fields that surround every household appliance and high-frequency radiation emitted by mobile phone masts, smartphones, tablets, Wi-Fi and other devices that transmit energy in the form of frequencies over long distances.
If the exposure to such radiation exceeds certain limits, it can cause damage to health. The long-term effects are not yet known, as the technology is still very new and therefore no long-term studies exist.
As this electromagnetic radiation can be measured, many people rely on measuring devices and apps from the internet. However, these are nowhere near as reliable and safe as they would have you believe.
The Federal Office for Radiation Protection (BfS) specifically warns against inexpensive measuring devices or smartphone apps. These can only record rough measurement values and are not permitted for professional measurements. Misinterpretations could also easily arise with such measurement results. This is because it is often not possible to see exactly what is being measured or what findings can be obtained from such cheap devices. Proper measuring devices for professional measurements, such as those used by the Federal Office for Radiation Protection, usually cost several thousand euros. Therefore, specialists should always be consulted for such radiation measurements.
Who are the experts for measuring electrosmog?
Specialists in this field include trained building biologists. They assess the holistic interaction between people and their built environment, usually with the aim of promoting healthy building, living and working in a sustainable relationship with the environment .
Building biologists examine your living space not only for electrosmog, but also for pollutants or mold. The measurements are carried out holistically in accordance with the standard of building biology measurement technology (SBM), the metrological framework conditions and guidelines and evaluated according to building biology guideline values. But caution is also required here. Because the profession of “building biologist” is not protected, dubious offers from esotericists and parascientists can often be found here too . When choosing a building biologist, it is best to look for construction experts such as engineers, architects or craftsmen who have acquired a relevant and reputable additional qualification in this specialist field.
