Did you know that asbestos exposure can cause harm to your body? Even though asbestos fibers associated health risks may be too small to be seen with the naked eye, breathing in asbestos fibers can still cause major health concerns. Diseases that are primarily associated with asbestos exposure are asbestosis, lung cancer and mesothelioma. All […]
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Should You Do An Asbestos Inspection Before Doing A Renovation?
At this current moment, an asbestos testing is not required for property built after the year 1980. However, there still might be a chance that you might find asbestos in your home. Asbestos refers to a group of minerals that are characterized by their needle-like fibers. These fibers are microscopic and can cause serious health […]
Read MoreWhat Can You Expect During An Asbestos Inspection?
Asbestos is a building material that was commonly used in commercial and residential houses until the late eighties when it was banned. Many contractors preferred to use asbestos because it is fire-resistant and thus offered a measure of protection from fire damage. Asbestos was later found to cause serious health issues to people exposed to […]
Read MoreWhere Are People Commonly Exposed To Asbestos?
Asbestos comprises a group of six naturally occurring minerals that are fibrous, and resistant to heat and fire. For these qualities, asbestos has long been a sought-after material in many industries such as construction, oil and automotive industries. It has most commonly been used in insulation and in building materials used to construct homes, commercial […]
Read MoreTired of Doing the Grunt Work? Switch to Consulting for Asbestos and Mold Inspection
Most people think of “home sweet home” as their haven — but if you work anywhere in the construction industry or do any kind of mold or asbestos remediation services, you know that’s far from the case for many families. Even the nicest-looking homes can have problems with mold and asbestos. Aside from making a […]
Read MoreIRIS Environmental Laboratories Earns 2018 Angie’s List Super Service Award
The award reflects the company’s consistently high level of customer service IRIS Environmental Laboratories is proud to announce that it has earned the home service industry’s coveted Angie’s List Super Service Award (SSA). This award honors service professionals who have maintained exceptional service ratings and reviews on Angie’s List in 2018. “Service pros that receive […]
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Read MoreDangers of Homeowners Removing Asbestos
Some of the most common issues we see when testing for asbestos happen during the home-buying and selling process. If you’re gearing up to put your house on the market, or if you’re looking to purchase a new home, here’s what you absolutely need to know about asbestos dangers, testing, and removing asbestos. Should You […]
Read MoreAsbestos Floor Tiles-Tips for Installation Companies
For any company, employee and client safety are of the utmost importance, and most reputable flooring, construction, and demolition companies do take necessary steps to ensure the safety of everyone involved. However, in some cases, there could be health hazards lurking at the job site that workers may be unaware of, which could put them […]
Read MoreConsequences of Violating Clean Air Act
Man Sentenced to Three Years in Prison for Violating Clean Air Act When it comes to keeping people safe from environmental hazards as outlined in the Clean Air Act, the Environmental Protection Agency does not take policy violations lightly. Recently, a man was charged with three counts of violating the Clean Air Act for his […]
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