Asbestos has been widely used in thousands of building materials over the course of history. Its naturally occurring availability, low cost, fire resistance, high tensile strength, and poor heat/electrical conductivity make it well suited for various uses in the construction trade. Little wonder that the word “asbestos” is derived from a Greek word meaning unquenchable …
Do you live in an older home? If it was built prior to 1980, asbestos-containing material could be present both inside and outside of your home. And the truth is, any home, regardless of when it was built, can have asbestos, as the materials used in various components of the house could contain asbestos fibers. …
We’re often asked about asbestos and how people are exposed to it in this day and age. While there is no specific threat to families in Colorado, asbestos is present depending on the age of your home and your particular occupation. Prolonged exposure to asbestos can lead to serious health issues. Although most American companies …
After any catastrophe, there are always companies willing to do work around your home or office. Cleaning up after the Marshall fire is no exception. It’s often good to look specifically for local contractors, as they have an invested interest in the area. Paragon Environmental has been involved with some of the owners in these …
Asbestos is not often found in the national news cycle these days. While part of the reason might be related to ever-emerging information related to COVID and other pressing issues, is it possible that people don’t consider asbestos-related topics to be relevant anymore? Tremendous progress has been made in controlling mining, the manufacturing of asbestos-containing …
Have you ever wondered what asbestos is or why it is dangerous? Do you know how you might be exposed to it? Paragon, an asbestos abatement company, provides a basic understanding of this naturally occurring material to help you avoid accidental exposure and potentially dangerous consequences. What Is Asbestos? Asbestos is a commercial term that …
Although the dangers of asbestos have been widely discussed for over 50 years in the U.S., we also know that the mere presence of asbestos in a home or a building is not hazardous. Most areas include homes that may have asbestos present in the materials used to construct buildings. But most of the time, …
Although asbestos and asbestos containing products are highly regulated in the U.S., currently there is no widespread ban in place. Over 50 nations around the world have banned asbestos, yet other countries (China, India, Russia, and Brazil, for example) continue to expand its use. Clearly, the battle against asbestos exposure is ongoing. As a matter …
While most people have heard of asbestos and make a connection between it and serious health consequences of some kind, other questions about asbestos are often vague. While asbestos can be dangerous, there’s a piece of good news: according to Dr. Ken Takahashi, Director of the Asbestos Diseases Research Institute, asbestos-related disease is 100 percent …
If your home was built between 1930 and 1950, it’s likely that your insulation contains asbestos. But this is not necessarily a reason to panic! Rather, take the time to become informed about asbestos containing materials (ACM), where they might be located in your home, and what you can do about it. Remember, the mere …
