Recently, I was at an association event for property managers. I was asked numerous questions regarding mold: does spraying with bleach eliminate it; do we run into black mold; is it still a problem in a dry California? Mold is everywhere Mold is a consistent issue,...
If there is a building that needs to be demolished it needs to be checked if asbestos exists inside. State and local air program inspectors inspect renovation and demolition sites to determine if sites are in compliance with state standards. If asbestos is found...
FACT: There is no safe level of exposure to Asbestos. Experts do tell us that undisturbed asbestos is safe, and that’s true, but there are many ways for formerly “safe” asbestos to become dangerous. Here are a few: Asbestos Safety and Demolition When...
Asbestos has been linked to a wide range of serious health problems, including aggressive cancers and pulmonary fibrosis. It’s also one of the most common contaminants found in the air of houses built before 1980. According to the National Institute for Occupational...
Thinking of a kitchen remodel? How old is your house? If it was built before the early 1980’s, you might have asbestos floor tiles in the kitchen, bathroom or basement. Telltale Signs of Asbestos Floor Tile Although you cannot tell just by looking at it, there...
Asbestos is a hazardous material and can be very dangerous if exposed. If employers and workers do not take proper precautions for work around asbestos, workers can develop serious health complications and diseases such as mesothelioma. To prevent these health...
