Is asbestos safe to touch? Asbestos is a naturally occurring mineral synonymous health concerns that has a surprising characteristic — it is safe to touch in its undisturbed state! Contrary to its infamous reputation for being hazardous, asbestos, when intact and not airborne, poses minimal risk upon light physical contact. Touching asbestos safely stems from
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At Amity Environmental, we’re the first to explain all the incredible properties of asbestos. Not long ago, asbestos was a miracle material. It’s a great insulator, fire resistant, chemically inert, and affordable. Of course, it also kills people, so Canadians have had to find alternatives. Polyurethane Foam, otherwise known as spray foam, is a popular
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Alberta is a province full of DIYers who aren’t afraid to get their hands dirty. It’s one of the greatest things about Albertans, but it’s important to recognize when you’re in over your head. We hear from many homeowners who are wondering what exactly is involved in safely disposing of asbestos, so in this article
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Given that every cancer is a little different, it seems a little counterproductive to try and explain how exactly asbestos causes cancer. However, since the connection between asbestos and cancer is certain, we feel it’s important for Canadians to understand what we do know about the connection. Lung Cancer refers to tumours, or uncontrolled growths,
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While buying a new home isn’t uncommon, many Canadians still buy older, previously owned homes. Often, this is because older homes are more affordable. But unfortunately, what may seem like a great financial decision at the time can come with some headaches when you’re ready to sell. Homes built during or before the 90s are
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This seems like a redundant question with an obvious answer. Asbestos is a known carcinogenic. Those who work or live near asbestos develop an especially cruel form of lung cancer that affects the lining of the lungs and has an extremely low survival rate. Of course, most Canadians think, the Canadian government has banned asbestos
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Nowadays it seems more and more Canadians are scared of things they don’t consider “natural.” So, of course, when they hear about asbestos, they conjure up a big industry boogieman who has created an evil, dangerous, human-made substance that kills everyday people in order to satisfy an unquestionable greed. But the truth is much more
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It’s no surprise that we often meet with Calgary homeowners who have discovered their house has asbestos and want to know what to do next. If you search the internet, you’ll find varying opinions on how safe or dangerous asbestos is, but most of these sites will have an agenda of some sort. You’ll find
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We love the internet. Cat videos, quick answers using Google, keeping connected with our friends and family. But one thing the internet isn’t so good for is trying to figure out what’s fact and what’s fiction. In many ways, the internet is like a giant megaphone, and it gives everyone a voice — even if
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What to Do If You Find Asbestos in Your Home… Asbestos was used in homes and other from 1990 and older. It was ideal at the time because it was good for soundproofing, had a decent tensile strength, and was pretty much resistant to heat, electrical and chemical damage. We now know that asbestos
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