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If a home you’re buying or selling in Mississauga or anywhere else in Southern Ontario has asbestos, this must be disclosed. Not being aware of asbestos-containing materials on the property you’re buying, whether that’s a new home or a commercial property, can create a real and imminent risk as you occupy the property. Asbestos requires certain precautions to be taken when it is in your vicinity, so it’s essential that you’re equipped with the right gear and understand how to navigate safely to protect yourself and other occupants from exposure to asbestos. The best way to proceed with real estate transactions is to disclose contamination and other hazardous materials with a designated substance survey and asbestos removal in Mississauga with the experts at Inch By Inch Inspections.
To understand your risks and the safest path forward, here are some questions you should ask about asbestos before closing on your new property.
Asbestos was widely used in construction in Canada until the late 1980s. If the property is older, there’s a higher likelihood that asbestos is present in insulation, floor tiles, plaster, or pipe wrap.
This formal assessment is required by Ontario law for certain properties and helps identify hazardous materials like asbestos. Always ask for documentation.
Disturbing asbestos without proper removal increases the risk of airborne fibres, which are hazardous when inhaled.
If asbestos is present in a way that could become disturbed or airborne, safe and professional abatement is strongly recommended prior to moving in or starting any renovations.
Always consult with qualified inspectors and removal experts at Inch By Inch Inspections to make informed, safe decisions.
