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If so, your house most likely contains asbestos and lead – both are highly dangerous and toxic materials. Asbestos is a naturally occurring fibrous material that was a popular building material from the 1950s to 1990s. It was used extensively because it is an insulator, has good fire protection properties, has tensile strength, and is resistant to chemical erosion. Unfortunately, it’s hard to know if you’re working with asbestos because it is often mixed with other materials. However, if you work in a build
Lead is a highly toxic material that can cause severe neurological disorders, and is especially dangerous in women and young children. According to WorkSafeBC there is no safe level of lead exposure. Lead is used as a pigment in paints, coatings and glazes. If your house was built between 1960 to 1980, the interior or exterior paint may contain small amounts of lead. Besides paint, many types of ceramic tiles used in residential and commercial buildings from 2000 and newer imported from overseas and manufac
So before work starts, consult a Qualified Professional to identify any asbestos and lead in your home and have it properly removed, for the health and safety of everyone working on your project.
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