Question for ChatGPT:*)
Can ChatGPT replace the services provided by Building Biology Consulting Offices IBN?
Answer from ChatGPT:
No, ChatGPT cannot replace the services provided by Building Biology Consulting Offices IBN. The following is a detailed list of differences.
What ChatGPT can do
- Provide general information about the principles of building biology (e.g. choice of building materials, indoor climate, electrosmog, mold prevention, ventilation concepts, etc.)
- Explain basic principles and scientific or technical background information
- Answer questions about standards, guideline values, or recommendations (e.g. from the Standard of Building Biology Testing Methods SBM)
- Provide initial assessments or decision-making aids (e.g. whether professional measurements are advisable)
What ChatGPT cannot do
I cannot perform individual building biology analyses or assessments:
- No measurements (e.g. electromagnetic fields, mold spores, VOCs, radon, moisture, sound, etc.)
- No on-site building inspections
- No legally binding or insurance-related recommendations
- No assessment of complex interactions between building design, materials, climate, occupant behavior, and health
When is a consultation with an IBN-certified building biology professional important?
A consultation with a certified Building Biology Consultant IBN is particularly useful when
- Health hazards are suspected (e.g. allergies, mold, and toxins)
- Material selection and indoor environment quality are important for a construction or renovation project
- Electromagnetic pollution issues arise (e.g. RF radiation, ELF electric and magnetic fields, grounding, and shielding)
- Construction projects are complex or involve several trades
Conclusion
I can serve as an additional source of information, but I cannot replace professional building biology advice in accordance with IBN standards. If you wish, I can help you prepare for a consultation by creating a checklist or list of questions for your appointment with a building biology professional.
* ChatGPT is an AI-powered chatbot that communicates with users through text and images.