Asbestos Abatement vs Encapsulation: How Is the Right Method Chosen
The right asbestos management method depends on the material's condition, friability, location, accessibility, and likelihood of disturbance.
How to Know If Asbestos Removal Can Wait or Needs to Happen Now
Whether asbestos removal needs to happen right away or can wait usually comes down to two things: the condition of the material and whether it’s about to be disturbed. Asbestos-containing material...
Why Older Oakville Homes Should Be Checked for Asbestos Before Floor or Ceiling Renovations
Older Oakville homes should be checked for asbestos before floor or ceiling renovations because many common building materials once contained asbestos, and they can become hazardous when disturbed. If...
How to Tell if Vermiculite Insulation May Contain Asbestos
If you have loose-fill vermiculite insulation, there’s a good chance it could be contaminated with asbestos fibers because vermiculite mines were often contaminated and used for insulation before...
How Wall Demolition Projects Can Disturb Hidden Asbestos Materials
During any kind of major renovation project, whether residential or commercial, wall demolition is often a necessary component. While demolishing walls can be helpful to improve the floor plan of your...
How Post-Removal Air Testing Ensures Your Home Is Safe
Asbestos is widely known for its negative impacts on the environment and human health, to the point where the material is now completely banned in Ontario. Given its toxicity, many home and property...