Mold, Asbestos, Water & Fire Damage Blog Posts

How to Tell the Difference Between Asbestos and Fibreglass

Posted in Asbestos Removal, on January 24, 2022

Asbestos abatement in Edmonton and government regulations has led to an abandonment of asbestos as a go-to in construction. New materials are being used in place of the mineral, one being fibreglass. While different in nature, both asbestos fibres and fibreglass are two fibrous materials that can morph into one solid substance when you combine a large number of the fibres together. Thus they can...

Asphalt vs Concrete Pavement and Asbestos

Posted in Asbestos Removal, on January 21, 2022

Despite increased efforts for asbestos removal in Toronto over the years, the building material is still frequently uncovered on properties to this day, as results from regular asbestos testing in Toronto continues to show. Pavements like cement and asphalt were often mixed with asbestos fibres to reinforce buildings and make them stronger. But as the dangers associated with inhaling the...

Avoid These 3 Sump Pump Mistakes

Posted in Flood & Water Damage, on January 20, 2022

If you live in an area subject to high water levels, flooding, and sewage backup, a sump pump is a convenient addition to your home. Sump pumps help prevent flooding and the need for emergency water damage restoration. Essentially, sump pumps detect water and automatically funnel out excess water indoors through a discharge line that flows outside. Most of the time sump pumps are effective...

What is Secondary Asbestos Exposure?

Posted in Asbestos Removal, on January 19, 2022

Although the use of asbestos fibres in construction has been discontinued since the early 1990s, asbestos removal in Mississauga is still an ongoing process at many commercial and residential buildings, as regular asbestos testing in Mississauga continues to find the mineral lingering in said buildings that were primarily built between 1950 and 1980. With more people working on do-it-yourself...

What is the New Asbestos?

Posted in Asbestos Removal, on January 18, 2022

Throughout much of the 20th century, asbestos fibres were a common mineral used in the construction of both commercial and residential buildings. Thanks to its resistance to heat, its efficacy as an insulator and its cheap price, it isn’t rare for professionals at Canada’s Restoration Services conducting asbestos testing in Toronto to find asbestos-containing materials hidden behind...

Managing Building Materials With High Asbestos Concentration

Posted in Asbestos Removal, on January 17, 2022

Asbestos testing in Toronto is used to identify the concentration of asbestos in building materials. Depending on the percentage and the type of asbestos, asbestos removal services in Toronto will continue with the abatement process. Asbestos was used in a wide range of building materials for its affordability, resistance to heat, fire protection, and effectiveness as an insulator. As a...

Things To Do if You Think You have been Exposed to Asbestos

Posted in Asbestos Removal, on January 14, 2022

Anyone can be at risk of being exposed to asbestos. Regular asbestos testing in Toronto continues to uncover the mineral in many households today, as the fibres were a popular component in the construction of both commercial and residential buildings, especially those built between 1950 and 1980. To avoid the risk of exposure, asbestos abatement in Toronto is imperative, which should always be...

Why You Need Smoke Damage Repair for Home Textiles

Posted in Fire Damage, on January 13, 2022

Dealing with the aftermath of a fire or smoke damage in your home can be distressing. In most cases smoke damage restoration in Edmonton is the first step to recoccuping a home after a fire or even minor smoke damage. After a fire, big or small, smoke carries toxins that settle throughout a property, as a result carrying out smoke damage repair within the first 24 to 48 hours is imperative to...

Stop Mushrooms From Growing In Your Home

Posted in Mold Removal, on January 12, 2022

The longer mold is left unremediated the more intense and widespread the infestation becomes. If mold removal in your Toronto home isn't conducted when you first discover it, mold will rapidly spread, taking ownership of your property and sometimes resulting in indoor mushroom growth, especially when conditions that accelerate mold growth remain prevalent. The sooner mold removal in...

How to Waterproof Your Home

Posted in Mold Removal, on January 11, 2022

Despite being located further inland and exposed to dryer seasons, the climate in Toronto has its fair share of rain and humidity. As a result, moisture in attics and basements leaves many of the city's homeowners familiar with the affliction of mold. The best way to manage seasonal mold outbreaks is with professional mold remediation in Toronto from Canada's Restoration Services. ...

What Is Your Skin Telling You About Mold?

Posted in Mold Removal, on January 10, 2022

It's well known that a mold outbreak has the potential to cause structural damage, but mold exposure may cause numerous health problems. Without mold removal in Toronto, long standing, uninterrupted infestations may take a toll on the health of a property’s occupants. If your property has recently been a victim of water damage, your skin can be a telltale indicator of a lingering mold...

Materials that Can Replace Asbestos in Construction

Posted in Asbestos Removal, on January 07, 2022

The ongoing process of asbestos removal in Edmonton, which is part of a nation-wide asbestos abatement effort spanning nearly 40 years, is a reflection of how much the construction industry relied on the mineral as an ingredient for developing commercial and residential buildings. And while alternatives to asbestos-containing construction materials have been created since the use of the fibres...

How Do Negative Air Machines Play into Asbestos Abatement in Toronto

Posted in Asbestos Removal, on January 06, 2022

When conducting asbestos abatement in Toronto, experts at Canada’s Restoration Services take a number of careful steps to ensure full containment and avoid any risk of cross contamination or exposure. But does the complete containment procedure look like? It involves the use of negative air pressure, as well as decontamination showers and chambers that allow for a successful and safe...

Do Your Floors Need Mold Testing in Toronto?

Posted in Mold Removal, on January 05, 2022

Pesky mold spores will settle anywhere with the right conditions, and while infestations are common in basements, bathrooms, and attics, mold testing in Toronto often uncovers mold beneath the floors. Around the floors, mold often goes unnoticed simply because it’s out of eyeline, but professional mold inspections from Canada's Restoration Services and third-party mold...

Are Frozen Pipes An Asbestos Threat In Toronto?

Posted in Asbestos Removal, on January 04, 2022

Winters can get pretty cruel in the Greater Toronto Area, and, as freezing temperatures can create all sorts of problems for your home like frozen and burst pipes, especially if your property was built between the 1950s and 1980s. Without asbestos removal in Toronto, the headache of a burst pipe is magnified, requiring an immediate response. A burst or frozen pipe is all too common for such...

Why Third-Party Asbestos Testing In Toronto is Vital

Posted in Asbestos Removal, on December 24, 2021

As a result of old and aging buildings in Toronto building materials have been decaying. As many of these properties undergo renovations, maintenance, and upgrades which often lead to the discovery of asbestos which require professional asbestos removal services in Toronto. Before starting any renovation projects, contact Canada’s Restoration Services for asbestos testing in Toronto. At...

Does Winter Heating Require Mold Removal in Toronto

Posted in Mold Removal, on December 22, 2021

Heat is a key ingredient to long-lasting and persistent mold outbreaks in the home. While many associate mold with humid summer months, winter in southern Ontario is no exception to fungal outbreaks. In fact, mold removal in Toronto is often needed more frequently during the long, snowy winters due to winter heating systems. There are many sources of heat in the Canadian home, and if you think...

Asbestos Disposal Policies in Vancouver

Posted in Asbestos Removal, on December 21, 2021

While there are measures in place that permit for a safe and easy disposal of asbestos-containing materials for homeowners within Metro Vancouver, the actual process of asbestos removal in Vancouver can be a dangerous task and it’s recommended that the procedure be carried out by a professional asbestos abatement contractor. Homeowners disposing of abated asbestos-containing...

Watch Out For Christmas Tree Mold This Holiday Season

Posted in Mold Removal, on December 20, 2021

Unlike your guests during the holidays, mold spores aren’t welcome in your home, but unfortunately, they come in anyway: unexpected, and unannounced. Mold spores are sneaky, and only make their presence known with large infestations that require professional mold removal in Vancouver from the certified professionals at Canada’s Restoration Services. The holiday season is often the...

The Relationship Between Water Damage and Asbestos Exposure in Edmonton

Posted in Asbestos Removal, on December 17, 2021

For homeowners, dealing with water damage can be a headache in itself. But if your home has not undergone asbestos removal in Edmonton before water damage strikes, the situation can become much worse. If water damage disturbs or exposes asbestos, its fibres can easily become airborne and pose a significant risk to health and safety to occupants. Asbestos testing in Edmonton is an effective...

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