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While it’s incredibly unlikely, asbestos fibres can find their way into residential water supplies due to how it was used when the mineral was popular in construction. Unlike asbestos in areas away from the water supply, air quality testing in Toronto is not a go-to option for the detection of asbestos in the water supply. The best way to prevent harm from contaminated water in your home is with preventative inspections and asbestos removal in Toronto with InterNACHI and IICRC certification.
Between the late 1940s and 60s, asbestos was used in cement pipes, which were used in the construction of water distribution systems. In addition to old infrastructure, asbestos was used in residential properties in the mid-to-late 20th century in water-centric applications like waterlines, pipes, and hot water heaters. The asbestos was typically used for its insulative properties, heat resistance and durability. When asbestos-containing materials decay or become damaged by physical contact, loose fibres can end up in the water supply and in the air. Once fibres are released, professional air quality testing in Toronto is an essential step to assessing the problem.
When asbestos fibres enter your water supply, they can put you at risk of exposure and compromise the structural integrity of important building materials. The harsh, rigid, and sharp fibres can get stuck in your plumbing and cause leaks, or even worse, they can become ingested or go airborne, at which point they can cause serious tissue damage.
Keep asbestos out of your air and water with reliable asbestos removal in Toronto and Inch By Inch Inspections.
