Understanding Asbestos Pipe Wrap Asbestos, once hailed as a “miracle mineral” due to its heat-resistant and insulating properties, was widely used in various construction materials, including pipe wraps. This pipe wrap was commonly employed in residential, commercial, and industrial buildings throughout much of the 20th century. However, over time, the health risks associated with asbestos
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What causes attic rain, what is it and how can I stop it from happening to me? Amity Environmental is a local restoration company and all too often we respond to flooding calls or a fire call or even a sewer back up call. When responding to these calls we often can see the
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Is There a Difference Between Mold and Mildew? When you hear the words “mold” and “mildew,” you might picture the same thing: unsightly patches of fungus that appear in damp areas. Mildew is mold in its early stage and often the term is used interchangeably with the word mold. While both are types of fungi
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