According to a study released by the University of Toronto's Southern Ontario Center for Atmospheric Aerosol Research, one in three Canadians lives near a major road and is regularly exposed to exhaust gases. In the study, air pollution was measured in a few locations in Toronto and Vancouver over the course of two years. The results have shown...
Asbestos is a highly hazardous material, not long ago used in construction for various materials – roofing, house siding, insulation, popcorn ceilings, floor tiles and similar. As it was banned only a few decades ago, quite a few homes in Toronto contain this dangerous material. If you live in Toronto, getting asbestos testing done by a...
When testing your home for any dangerous products or materials, Asbestos is a name that comes up in every discussion and for a good reason. Asbestos was heavily used in the building and home industry before the 1990s for insulation, walls, plumbing, and more. When components with Asbestos are damaged, they can release asbestos fibers which can...
Your home is where you spend most of your time indoors, especially when taking sleep into account. You want to make sure that the air you’re breathing is safe and that you and your family are protected. Unfortunately, it can be very expensive and difficult to get air quality testing for all the different types of indoor pollutants at once....
Asbestos testing and abatement are one of the most important steps you can take to protect your home and increase its value. Homes built before 1990 across the GTA likely have asbestos in the building, either in the insulation, plumbing, walls, or other areas. If you're looking to do a home renovation or planning on selling, it's essential...
Asbestos used to be a common building component material that was used as insulation in homes before 1990. Many older buildings across the GTA have asbestos inside their walls, attics, plumbing and other areas. Asbestos is considered a health hazard, and inhaling asbestos particles can lead to respiratory issues, disease and even cancer. If you...
According to the World Health Organization estimates, 7 million people die every year as a result of air pollution. On average, 9 out of 10 people on Earth breathe contaminated air every day. These statistics are very worrying, especially considering the current COVID pandemic - spending a lot of time indoors doesn't really contribute to good...
Discovering asbestos contamination in the home is always bad news. This harmful material has very serious long-term effects on health, so it is in your best interest to get rid of it as soon as possible. Considering the high risk of exposure and other dangers of DIY removal, it is best to contact a professional asbestos removal company in...
Once widely used in construction due to its favourable physical qualities, asbestos is now viewed as a harmful pollutant. Its use in construction was banned in the 1980s, but many homes built before the ban still stand today, presenting a potential danger to all inhabitants’ health. For this reason, it is highly advised that all homeowners of...
A naturally-occurring, fibrous silicate mineral, asbestos was widely used in construction during the previous century. It became prevalent due to its favourable physical qualities and cheapness, and its versatility only contributed further. Asbestos was often mixed with concrete and other materials (roofing, insulation, flooring) to improve their...
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