Asbestos Removal Services Blog Posts

5 Ways Asbestos is Used Around Your Home

Posted in Asbestos Removal, on October 14, 2021

Many homeowners in Montreal are familiar with the risks of asbestos exposure. What some don’t realize is that, despite being banned in 2018 on a federal level in Canada, the hazardous mineral had still found its way into building materials and construction. As a result, professional inspections and asbestos removal in Montreal is the best way to be certain your property is free of asbestos....

How is Asbestos Exposure Detected?

Posted in Asbestos Removal, on October 13, 2021

If you’re walking through old historic buildings, moving in an older apartment, or beginning to plan renovations, the possibility of lurking asbestos might likely occur to you. Most people are now aware that asbestos is hazardous material and must be treated as such. Still, there is often mystery in understanding how to detect how much danger you’re really in when it comes to...

Hazardous Materials to Look Out For Prior to Demolitions

Posted in Asbestos Removal, on October 06, 2021

A home renovation or remodel is an exciting yet stressful time -- you could be picking out paint colours one minute and dealing with dangerous materials the next. To avoid any added stress, be proactive and schedule mold and asbestos testing in Edmonton before beginning any construction. If any hazardous materials are detected, the certified team at Canada’s Restoration Services can execute...

Will a HEPA Filter for Your Furnace Help Asbestos Removal in Toronto?

Posted in Asbestos Removal, on October 01, 2021

If you’re working on something as simple as routine maintenance or as extravagant as a remodel, you risk running into the hazardous material found in many building materials - asbestos. Discovering that there is a risk of asbestos around your property, especially in your immediate vicinity can be incredibly scary. Many property owners react by looking up quick options for asbestos...

Asbestos Awareness for Montreal Homeowners

Posted in Asbestos Removal, on September 24, 2021

Asbestos was commonly used in commercial and residential properties until the 1990s when it began to be phased out through government regulations. In fact, Quebec had been home to the most asbestos deposits in Canada and the location where the mineral was first mined. A widespread ban on the mineral was finally put into place in 2018, which virtually prohibited asbestos use in common building...

How Risky is White Asbestos?

Posted in Asbestos Removal, on September 23, 2021

Asbestos is a common find in many commercial and residential properties, especially ones built before the 1990s. There are several types of asbestos, divided into two main categories, serpentine and amphibole, and if found, all require asbestos removal services in Toronto. The applications and properties of the different types of asbestos determine where they might be found and the...

Essentials Dos & Don'ts For Asbestos Removal in Toronto

Posted in Asbestos Removal, on September 22, 2021

It's well known that asbestos is dangerous and can lead to a plethora of health issues. But when you're not a professional asbestos abatement contractor and find yourself faced with the harmful mineral, it's easy to get flustered and not know how to proceed. If you suspect asbestos, it's critical to begin the process for asbestos removal in Toronto right away. If you have...

What to Keep in Mind When Hiring a Professional Asbestos Abatement Contractor

Posted in Asbestos Removal, on September 17, 2021

If you're about to start a residential or commercial renovation or remodel, but you've stopped by the discovery of what could be asbestos, you'll need professional testing and asbestos removal as soon as possible. Getting trusted asbestos abatement contractors on-site urgently can limit exposure and ensure safe practices during the complicated asbestos removal process. Finding the...

Should You Be Concerned About Asbestos Tiles in Vancouver

Posted in Asbestos Removal, on September 17, 2021

While Vancouver is considered a young and fresh city, several properties may contain asbestos. The usage of the hazardous mineral peaked in the 1970s. As knowledge of its dangers grew, asbestos-containing building materials continued to be used in residential and commercial construction until the 2018 ban on the carcinogenic mineral from the Canadian federal government. While it may seem...

Do Public Properties in Montreal Contain Asbestos?

Posted in Asbestos Removal, on September 13, 2021

Asbestos isn't just in your home; it's in office buildings, department stores, student dorms, even museums — and not just as an artifact. There are many facilities in Quebec that people enter daily, unaware that these public spaces haven't had professional asbestos removal in Montreal that may contain the hazardous mineral. While asbestos in building materials may not always...

When Do You Have To Worry About Naturally Existing Asbestos?

Posted in Asbestos Removal, on September 09, 2021

Used primarily in construction prior to the 1980s, asbestos is a natural mineral mined and used ubiquitously in building materials like plumbing, drywall, and tiles for its durability, affordability, and many other favourable properties. In these applications, asbestos fibres that are disturbed and airborne can lead to severe chronic illnesses such as lung cancer and mesothelioma. Fortunately,...

Identify 4 Contaminants That May Be Silently Harming You in Your Home

Posted in Asbestos Removal, on September 06, 2021

Your homes are a place of safety, a place to relax and not worry about the outside world. However, sneaky contaminants can infiltrate your home, invading your space and affecting your health. Mold, asbestos, smoke, and viruses are all contaminants that need to be taken care of immediately. Sometimes you may not even be aware of the impact these things have on indoor air quality, health, and daily...

How do HEPA filters help with Asbestos Removal in Toronto?

Posted in Asbestos Removal, on September 01, 2021

It never hurts to improve the air quality in your home, there are many easy ways to go about doing that including diffusers and air purifiers but what about a HEPA filter? High-Efficiency Particulate Air (HEPA) filters are a fantastic tool and a great way to remove most allergens, dust particles and even help with professional asbestos removal in Toronto. If your home was built before...

How to Safely Work with Asbestos in Ontario

Posted in Asbestos Removal, on August 27, 2021

When conducting effective asbestos removal in Mississauga and Toronto, you need to be as safe as possible. If asbestos is disturbed and becomes airborne, the risks associated with inhalation of asbestos fibres can be detrimental to your health. Hiring professional asbestos removal services in Toronto helps you ensure that there's no risk of asbestos exposure and that every trace...

What You Need to Know About Asbestos Clean Up in Edmonton

Posted in Asbestos Removal, on August 25, 2021

Whether you're at work or at home, uncovered or exposed asbestos is a matter of urgency and safety. If the mineral is disturbed accidentally due to improper asbestos removal in Edmonton, its fibres can be released and inhaled. To avoid any fallout from an encounter with asbestos you must take careful steps to ensure that everyone around you is protected. If you're not sure how to manage...

What's the Difference Between Friable and Non-Friable Asbestos?

Posted in Asbestos Removal, on August 23, 2021

Despite being listed now as a hazardous substance, asbestos was once a widely used building material with various applications, before its carcinogenic effects were known. As a result of being ubiquitous, asbestos removal in Mississauga is still required today as the mineral continues to be uncovered in residential and commercial properties. If asbestos is exposed and not abated the repercussions...

5 Natural Events That May Cause Asbestos Exposure

Posted in Asbestos Removal, on August 20, 2021

Much to the surprise of many Canadians, residential and commercial properties in Toronto may have asbestos mixed into their building materials. While these asbestos-laden materials are typically sealed away, an unforeseen weather event may leave you in need of asbestos removal in Toronto. Since every season brings the city a wide variety of weather patterns and storms, it's wise to get an...

What to Know About Asbestos in Air Ducts?

Posted in Asbestos Removal, on August 19, 2021

Asbestos has become renowned for the danger it poses. However, to the surprise of many, it can still be commonly found, hidden in building material. Despite being banned in Canada recently, asbestos removal has not been mandatory if the material was sealed away. Although undisturbed asbestos typically does not create any immediate danger, the fibres from the mineral can quickly become airborne...

Asbestos Pipe Wrap Management

Posted in Asbestos Removal, on August 10, 2021

You may be surprised to learn that you require asbestos removal in Montreal because your pipes are covered with asbestos pipe wrap. Pipe wrap is used in both residential and commercial properties in metal piping systems. The purpose of asbestos pipe wraps was to protect against abrasion and corrosion, especially in the joints of pipe systems. Since the dangers of asbestos became known, the...

Tips for Preventing Asbestos Exposure in the Workplace

Posted in Asbestos Removal, on August 04, 2021

If you’re the manager or owner of a business, the safety of your employees and customers are of the utmost importance. If you notice asbestos in your office, you must act fast and ensure employees are protected until you can complete asbestos removal in Toronto. Employees can be exposed to asbestos during construction tasks, such as renovations and demolitions, so before getting...

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