Asbestos is a naturally occurring mineral fiber resistant to chemical corrosion, heat, and electricity. Unfortunately, it has also emerged as a cause of lung cancer, mesothelioma, and other serious health conditions when it’s disturbed.
Asbestos is a strong fiber with fireproofing benefits, which is why asbestos-containing materials are still used in the construction industry.
Asbestos fibers are released into the air, typically during renovation or demolition.
The human senses cannot detect asbestos, so it is important to ensure a third-party environmental testing company has tested the material before they are handled.
ALM Abatements has the necessary licensing, training, and experience to provide safe removal or encapsulation of the substance.
We pride ourselves on protecting our customers’ health and property through the entire abatement process.
Trigger levels mean amounts of material as follows:
Colorado State Regulation 8, Part B, states that any material with more than 1% asbestos is asbestos-containing.
Failure to comply with the State Reg 8 can bring hefty fines up to $25,000 daily. Contractors need to be state-certified.
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Asbestos can’t be detected through normal human senses. Samples should be taken by a certified industrial hygienist and tested by a qualified laboratory to determine if asbestos is present in your home.
Asbestos has been classified as a human carcinogen by a number of U.S. Government agencies (HHS, EPA, and IARC). A carcinogen is a cancer-causing agent. Asbestos has been linked to mesothelioma, lung, larynx, and ovary cancer as well as serious respiratory infections and diseases. Read more about asbestos: CDPHE-Asbestos
