If you’re not a professional renovator, you may not know that getting a building or demolition permit in Calgary will mean getting an asbestos inspection. This inspection is a mandatory requirement of the city, and you’ll need to prove you had a qualified team (like Amity) out to your home to inspect the work site
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When it comes to understanding the long history that people have with asbestos, the first thing you need to know is that asbestos isn’t a man-made chemical or material. It’s actually a naturally occurring mineral similar to the rock garnet. People have been mining and using asbestos for more than 4500 years, but just as
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We’ve written about the changes to Calgary’s legislation before, but a lot of Calgarians are still a bit confused about what exactly they have to do. Since the city of Calgary can shut down your demolition and give you a hefty fine, it’s a good idea to make sure you understand the red tape before
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Last week we busted some myths about mould. This week, we thought we’d continue the trend and talk about some myths surround asbestos and the facts you should know. Asbestos can be dangerous and rightfully it unsettles a lot of homeowners to think it may be in their home. Knowing the facts can help you
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