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Asbestos Testing and Abatement
Asbestos became increasingly popular among manufacturers and builders in the late 19th century because of its sound absorption, average tensile strength, and its resistance to heat, electrical, and chemical damage. The asbestos fibers were mixed with cement or woven into fabric or mats. However, it has recently gained attention for its negative impact on the…
Read MoreAsbestos: What You Might Not Know
Asbestos became a big issue in the media in the 1980’s and 1990’s. However, not many people understand the issues that exposure to asbestos fibers in the air can cause them…Asbestos is no longer allowed due to health risks as it can pollute air or water, loose silica dust, when inhaled ort swallowed, has the…
Read MoreAsbestos in St. George Historic District
Many homes and businesses in the historic district were built well before 1980 and may contain asbestos in the insulation, siding, floor and ceiling tiles. Asbestos can be deadly if the pores are exposed, become airborne and are inhaled. Asbestos exposure can over time lead to cancer of the lungs, which makes it undesirable it…
Read MoreAsbestos Found in Older Southern Utah Homes
There are homes in southern Utah that date back to before the 1900’s, and while these older homes are rich in historical wonders, they also pose a health risk if asbestos is found. Asbestos was used in building insulation until nearly 1980 although health officials discovered much earlier on that the pores were deadly when…
Read MoreAsbestos in Southern Utah Historical Buildings
While many older historical buildings in southern Utah are being renovated into museums or even offices, having them checked for asbestos is crucial. Although asbestos didn’t become popular until the late 1800’s, many historical buildings older than that could have had asbestos added for insulation while it was considered safe to do so. Asbestos is…
Read MoreAsbestos in Older Southern Utah Home
The older southern Utah home that you grew up has been passed down from your grandparents, to your parents and now to you and you dream of raising your own family there as well. However, many homes like this one built before the 1970’s may contain asbestos. Asbestos was used over the ages as insulation…
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