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...
If your home or apartment building was built before 1978, there’s a possibility that it could contain lead paint. Lead paint was commonly used up until the federal regulations banning it went into effect in 1978 due to health concerns. So if you’re a homeowner...
Asbestos describes a natural mineral fiber that can be found in rock and soil. The versatility of the material, including its strength, resistance to heat and insulating qualities, has made it a common component used in a variety of building materials. However,...
It’s too early to know whether this winter will be a wet one, but we can hope, rigth? But as every 5th grader in California learns, there are many different climates in California. Northern California and the coast are often damp and foggy. Southern California,...
