Purchasing a new home is an exciting, major life step. But, before you sign the paperwork, keep in mind that you’ll probably need asbestos testing and removal if your home was built or hasn’t been remodeled since before the 1980s….
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Asbestos is a naturally occurring mineral that is largely resistant to heat and corrosion. These properties made asbestos a highly favorable component in manufactured goods, especially building and construction materials — until dangerous effects of asbestos exposure were identified in…
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You’ve probably heard the term Asbestos before. That’s because before the 1980s Asbestos was commonly found in homes, schools, residential and commercial buildings, and materials. However, as people began to fall ill, the public began to question how can Asbestos…
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If you live in a home that was built in the 1970s and 1980s, it’s essential to have an asbestos inspection and abatement procedure. Your attic could potentially have asbestos insulation, and asbestos was a commonly used material to insulate…
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We commonly hear the question, “Can I renovate my home if asbestos is present?” and our answer is if the asbestos is undisturbed, then it has a relatively low risk of affecting occupants. However asbestos does become a big concern…
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Your home’s indoor air quality probably isn’t something you think about on a day to day basis. But in the winter especially, it’s important to preserve the indoor air quality and take the safety of it into consideration. Years ago,…
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You’ve probably been in buildings before that have a textured ceiling that’s often called a “popcorn” ceiling. It can be a safety hazard depending on when the building was constructed. From the 1950s to 1980s, ceiling textures would often contain…
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When you own a commercial building, mold can be your worst nightmare. Mold exposure can cause serious health issues, and when it appears in the workplace, you may be held responsible for any damages experienced by employees. While mold is…
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Asbestos hasn’t been included in home products for years, but many older homes still contain the material in components like insulation and flooring. In years past, asbestos was commonly used to insulate because of its heat-resistant composition. But asbestos exposure…
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Asbestos decontamination is important, and it’s important to handle and dispose of asbestos as safely as possible. Improperly handling asbestos can put everyone at risk for developing health conditions related to asbestos like mesothelioma, lung cancer and more. There are…
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