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MAKE YOUR DEMOLITON AND RENOVATION PROJECT A SUCCESS EVEN WITH ASBESTOS
February 8th, 2016
MAKE YOUR DEMOLITON AND RENOVATION PROJECT A SUCCESS EVEN WITH ASBESTOS Many demo and renovation contractors are not aware of properly dealing with asbestos on their projects. These can lead to trouble for the contractor and the property owner. Ignorance is not acceptable and will not save you from getting in trouble. Asbestos knowledge is readily available at the DNR websites, DHS websites as well as certified contractors. Four steps to a successful demolition or renovation project can be ... more »
Did you know that certain asbestos containing products are not banned from being manufactured, imported, processed or disturbed in commerce?
January 25th, 2016
Did you know that certain asbestos containing products are not banned from being manufactured, imported, processed or disturbed in commerce? Just because your building, home, etc is newer does not mean it is asbestos free. The following information was taken right from the EPAs website at http://www.epa.gov/asbestos/us-federal-bans-asbestos Examples of asbestos-containing products not banned per above: Asbestos Cement corrugated sheet Asbestos Cement flat sheet Asbestos Clothing Asbestos Pipeline ... more »
Are you curious what items may contain asbestos in your business or home?
January 7th, 2016
The following is a general list of materials that have been found to contain asbestos. This is not an all-inclusive list. It is more likely to be found in 1979 and older facilities. Post-1979, it is still possible to find asbestos due to warehoused material and imported material (asbestos materials are still imported today). “Transite” Cement asbestos insulating panels “Transite” Cement asbestos wallboard “Transite” Cement asbestos siding “Transite” ... more »
Did you know you may be eligible to get your vermiculite removal and reinsulation cost partially reimbursed up to $5,500?
January 7th, 2016
Vermiculite is an insulation material that is found in attics, walls, etc. It commonly looks similar to the photo above. We have done several hundred homes and businesses for the safe removal of it. This material is commonly disturbed during remodels when ceilings are penetrated (i.e. changing a light fixture, installing a fan, demolishing a ceiling), when additional attic insulation is added on top of it, during wall demo or electrical work, etc. Any disturbance of vermiculite insulation could potentially ... more »