Category: Environment

Asbestos

Do You Need An Environmental Investigation?

July 2, 2020

If you are planning to refurbish your home or sell it away, this article is for you. Many people are unaware of the importance…

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IRIS Environmental Laboratories Earns 2018 Angie’s List Super Service Award

January 31, 2019

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…

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Dangers of Homeowners Removing Asbestos

June 19, 2018

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…

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Consequences of Violating Clean Air Act

May 8, 2018

Man Sentenced to Three Years in Prison for Violating Clean Air Act When it comes to keeping people safe from environmental hazards as outlined…

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Chrysotile Asbestos Threatens Schools, and Businesses

May 1, 2018

Contrary to popular belief, Chrysotile asbestos is far from being a thing of the past. Although regulations are now in place that prohibits the…

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Harmful Textured Ceiling Tiles and Drywall

April 24, 2018

Covering Your Textured Ceiling Tiles with Drywall is Not Safe If your home features those so-called “cottage cheese” or “popcorn” ceiling tiles that were…

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7 Hidden Asbestos (ACMs) in Old Homes

April 17, 2018

Whether you’re looking to buy or renovate an older home, you could be up against a few hidden asbestos problems that aren’t usually a…

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Home Asbestos Testing Kits or Hiring a Professional?

January 18, 2018

Asbestos testing is now routine before beginning a renovation project or even before having extensive plumbing or electrical work done on your own. When it…

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Asbestos – High Risk Occupations

December 1, 2017

Asbestos, which is a naturally-occurring substance known for its ability to resist heat and corrosion, is no longer used in most modern building materials…

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Are People Still Dying from Asbestos?

November 29, 2017

Despite the fact that regulations have been in place since 1971 regarding how much asbestos workers can be exposed to and what types of…

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