Asbestos Exposure and Cancer Risk Fact Sheet
Asbestos is a naturally occurring group of minerals with long, thin fibers. These fibers are remarkably strong and versatile, resistant to heat, fire, and chemicals,…
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What is asbestos, and why is it hazardous to your health?
Asbestos. The name itself conjures images of industrial settings and hazardous materials. But this naturally occurring mineral can also lurk unseen in our homes, workplaces,…
Accidentally Disturbed Your Popcorn Ceiling?
Steps to Minimize Asbestos Exposure. Skyrocketing in popularity around the 1970’s, popcorn ceilings (also called stucco or acoustic ceilings) became all the rage in home…
A Comprehensive Look at Asbestos Insulation in Alberta Homes
Before 1990, Asbestos had long been used in various building materials for homes across Alberta due to its excellent heat resistance, cold weather insulation properties,…